Roof Rack Fit on 2018 Toyota Highlander Limited Platinum With Bare Roof

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2018 Toyota Highlander Limited Platinum. Which crossbar system will fit this vehicle? My roof is smooth, no rails and has a panoramic sunroof. There are 4 flush mount access panels along the side of the roof. Thanks.

asked by: Mark P

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We have exactly what you need to add a roof rack to your 2018 Toyota Highlander Limited Platinum with a naked roof. The rack that will fit which is the best option for your Highlander is from Rhino-Rack. I really like this rack because it is easily the best value; the quality of the Rhino-Rack roof rack system is the same (or higher) than similar brands, but comes at a better price point.

Adding a Rhino-Rack roof rack to your Highlander gives you a durable, quiet roof rack, but without having to pay a premium just to have a certain brand name stamped on the crossbars. The exact parts that make up the Rhino-Rack roof rack that fit your 2018 Highlander are the following:

- Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars # RRVA126B-2

- RCH Legs for Rhino-Rack Crossbars - Fixed Mounting Points # RRRCH4

- Custom RCP Fit Kit - Fixed Mounting Points # RRRCP37-BK

The fit kit and feet are going to fit easily in the fixed mounting points that are under the four flush-mount access panels you mentioned, and the crossbars will mount directly on the feet. These bars are aerodynamically-shaped and have rubberized vortex strips on top which disrupt the air flow going over the bars, which ensures you have a quiet ride.

They are also strong, with a 165 lb capacity, have top channels for using any channel-mounted accessory you might have, and are so durable they come with a lifetime warranty.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

I went ahead and verified through Rhino-Rack that the correct legs for your 2022 Toyota highlander are the: -RCH Legs for Rhino-Rack Crossbars and Pioneer Platforms #RRRCH4. These legs are compatible with the Custom RCP Fit Kit for 4 Rhino-Rack RC…

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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