Recommended Roof Rack for 2020 Toyota Camry

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We are trying to decide which roof rack system — the Yakima roof rack system using Yakima JetStream Crossbars or the Thule roof rack system using the WingBar Evo Crossbars — would best meet our needs for our 2020 Toyota Camry. We are looking for quietness, ease of use and durability. From what we’ve read, the Yakima appears to perhaps be more quiet, whereas the Thule appears to have greater ease of use, and both seem to offer nice durability. We would appreciate your input on the two systems to help us decide which system to choose. Thank you for your efforts to help us. Sincerely

asked by: Allan C

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I'll start off by saying that wind noise depends on a number of factors, but most roof racks are going to have a certain degree of noise associated with them regardless of a manufacturer. Additionally, comparing Yakima and Thule racks is a lot like comparing Nike and Adidas; they're both very high quality systems and I don't believe there's going to be any significant difference in the ease of installation or use since they're both going to have similar parts with different designs.

With all of that said, I do recommend using the Thule Roof Rack for 2020 Toyota Camry that uses parts # TH711400, # TH710501 and # TH145082 because the 53" long bars are going to give you just a bit more bar space than the 50" bars in the Yakima roof rack system for your Camry. I do recommend adding locks to your Evo clamp towers with part # TH450400, which gives you 4 lock cores to keep everything secured to your vehicle. If you'd like to reduce some of the potential wind noise a wind fairing like the AirScreen XT for Thule Crossbars - 44" Long # TH82WV is a great choice to add to this system and will help a lot!

I've linked a review video of this system for you to check out, but it really comes down to the extra bar space being a bonus when it comes to carrying a roof box plus maybe a bike carrier or something else. If you need any assistance choosing the correct accessories just let me know what you're looking for and I'm happy to help with that as well.

expert reply by: Erik B

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I reached out to my technical fit contact at Thule and she said that the fit for Thule Aero 400 feet stopped in 2011 so there are no compatible fits past that date. For your 2016 Toyota Camry, I recommend the Inno system consisting of crossbars…

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Answer 2

If you are using the Rhino-Rack Aero Bar Crossbars like #RRVA137B they have a dimension of 54" long x 3-1/8" wide x 1-3/16" tall which works for Thule boxes that use the PowerClick quick-release clamps, including the Thule Vector…

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I do have an option for you but there are only Thule WingBar options for a 2015 Toyota Camry such as the WingBar Evo Crossbar System composed of part #TH711420, part #TH710501, and part #TH145149. This is an aero crossbar roof rack confirmed to fit a…

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Answer 4

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 5

Aside from a slight change in the appearance of the crossbar (the WingBar Evo has some boxed edges as opposed to the completely smooth front of the AeroBlade) the biggest differences are the rubber strip on top of the crossbar and the weight…

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Yes, I have listed for your below the roof rack systems from Rhino-Rack, Thule, and Yakima that will fit the RetraxPRO XR Hard Tonneau Covers like part #RTT-80243 for your 2019 Ram 1500. Rhino-Rack Vortex Crossbar System part #RRVA180B-RRRLT600…

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Answer 7

Hey Mark, so the correct Blue Ox base plate kit to use with the Blue Ox Ascent tow bar part #BX4375. is the part #BLU53FR. For lighting you can use #C96JR, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing as this plugs inline with the…

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Answer 8

Yes, your kick sensor for your hands free liftgate will still work after installing a Class III receiver on your 2024 Toyota RAV4 XSE. I have linked an install video near the bottom of the page for our etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e23ZR being…

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Answer 9

The best hitch for a 2024 Subaru Outback is the etrailer item #e25TR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Subaru with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver, that has a 3,500 lbs towing capacity and a 350 lbs…

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Answer 10

The Malone Universal Crossbar System #MPG201 is a more economical choice but it still does a good job. The design and quality of Thule's system is why they have such a large difference in price. Whether you go with the Thule Crossroads system…

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Answer 11

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 12

Thanks for all the details! We definitely have a way to get a cargo basket and an awning installed on your 2024 Toyota Highlander, although the aftermarket roof rack systems will use a clamping system with your door jambs instead of mounting via…

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