Recommended Roof Rack And Cargo Boxes For 2013 Kia Optima
Question:
I have a 2013 Kia Optima. I am needing a roof rack for a cargo carrier. I have been looking a products, but want to know exactly what it is I need to purchase. Thanks,
asked by: Alexa R
Expert Reply:
For a reasonably priced roof rack I recommend the Inno Roof Rack # INXB108-115, # INXS200, and # INK607. This roof rack features Black low-profile aerodynamic crossbars and the rack has locks to secure the rack to your roof.
We have several cargo boxes that will work with the Inno roof rack. First I recommend the Thule Pulse # TH614. This is a 14-cu ft. roof box that measures 67-inches x 35-inches x 16-inches, and has a 110-lb capacity. I have attached a link to an installation video for this roof box on an Optima you can check out.
For as less-expensive option you can take a look at the Thule SideKick, part # TH78GC. This is an 8-cubic ft carrier that measures 54-inches long x 25-inches wide x 15-1/2 inches high, and it has a weight capacity of 75-lbs. This roof box weighs just 20-lbs.
To be able to reach the center of the roof box I also recommend a tire step like part # HE4040. This has a weight capacity of 400-lbs and folds flat for easy storage.
Products Referenced in This Question
HitchMate TireStep Adjustable Step for SUVs, RVs and Light Trucks - 22" x 10" - 400 lbs
- Truck Bed Step
- Tire Step
- Fold-Up Step
- Steel
- 400 lbs
- 10 Inch Wide
- Black
- Heininger Holdings
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Custom Fit Kit for Inno XS200, XS250, and INSU-K5 Roof Rack Feet
- Roof Rack
- Fit Kits
- 4 Pack
- Inno
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Thule Pulse Medium Rooftop Cargo Box - 14 cu ft - Matte Black
- Roof Box
- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Medium Length
- Medium Profile
- Medium Capacity
- Passenger Side Access
- Black
- Thule
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Thule Sidekick Roof Mounted Cargo Carrier Box - U-Bolt Mounts - 8 Cubic Feet
- Roof Box
- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Short Length
- Medium Profile
- Extra Small Capacity
- Passenger Side Access
- Black
- Thule
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Inno Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 42" Long and 45" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 42 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Black
- Inno
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