How To Carry Bikes On 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT With Panoramic Sunroof
Question:
2013 Hyundai Elantra GT with the panoramic sunroof What’s my best roof rack scenario or should I be considering a trailer hitch of rear mounted system?
asked by: Jason W
Expert Reply:
For your 2019 Hyundai Elantra GT with panoramic sunroof I recommend the Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars part # TH711400, feet part # TH480R and fit kit part # THKIT1695. The The Thule WingBars are aerodynamic but I do not recommend opening the sunroof with the bars attached because it will create more wind noise and will be very loud. The WingBars that come with this setup are have t-tracks to accommodate t-track compatible accessories.
It really depends on what you want to carry on the Elantra if you should add a hitch or a roof rack. If you plan on carrying water sport cargo like Kayaks or a canoe, I recommend to use the roof rack with a water sport carrier like part # e98878 which will carry 1 kayak on the roof. The reason that a roof rack is easier with a kayak is because the only real way to carry kayaks other than on the roof is a small trailer.
If you are planning on carrying bikes, I recommend the Curt Class I Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C11400 and the Class I compatible Thule Camber 2 Bike Rack part # TH9058 which will allow you to carry 2 bikes that weigh up to 35 lbs each. For added security, you can add the Hitch Lock # THSTL2.
The hitch bike rack is easier to use because you don't have to take it on and off the vehicle every time you want to get into the trunk like with a trunk mount rack. Another thing to keep in mind is that a trailer hitch will not impact your gas mileage, like a roof rack would.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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etrailer Kayak Carrier w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Fishing Kayak
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- J-Style
- Folding
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- Clamp On
- No Load Assist
- etrailer
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Rapid Traverse Feet for Thule Crossbars - Naked Roof - Qty 4
- Roof Rack
- Feet
- 4 Pack
- Thule
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Thule Camber Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 2 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Thule
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Thule Snug Tite Hitch Lock and Anti-Rattle Device
- Trailer Hitch Lock
- Rack Specific Locks
- Keyed Alike
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Threaded Pin
- For Thule Racks
- Thule
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Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - Silver - 53" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 53 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Silver
- Thule
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