Can I Fit 2 Thule Hullavators # TH898 on the Roof of My 2019 Audi Q5?
Question:
I have an Audi q5 2019. Can two of these fit on the roof rack?
asked by: Robert S
Expert Reply:
I have a great solution for carrying your 2 kayaks. If you have a factory roof rack on your 2019 Audi Q5, you will not have enough weight capacity in order to transport the 40-pound (each pair) Thule Hullavators # TH898. I did some research on the weight capacity of the factory roof rack on your vehicle, and you only have 165 pounds of capacity. You will be at 80 pounds with the 2 Hulavators mounted, which leaves only 85 pounds for your 2 additional kayaks. Sadly, even if you have flush factory rails on your 2019 Audi Q5, we do not carry any roof rack setups that have a higher weight capacity than 165 pounds.
With that being said, we do have some great options for carrying 2 kayaks within the required weight capacity. For a great option, I recommend the Thule Compass Kayak and SUP Carrier w/ Tie-Downs # TH890000. The Compass only weighs 20 pounds, which will allow you to utilize much more of the leftover weight capacity on your roof rack. Also, the Compass comes with 4 tie-down straps and 2 pairs of bow/stern ties to secure your kayaks to your vehicle for transport. Since we do not know your exact crossbar width and bar height if you have factory crossbars, the Thule Compass will fit Thule WingBar Evos which are 3-1/8 inches wide x 1 inch tall. These dimension will be a good comparison to use for the compatibility of your factory crossbars.
If you have factory flush rails on your vehicle, you will need a crossbar system. For a great system, I recommend the following setup:
- Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 50" # TH711320
- Evo Flush Rail Feet for Thule Crossbars - Flush Side Rails # TH710601
- Fit Kit for Thule Evo Flush Roof Rack Feet - 186045 # TH186045
- Thule One-Key Lock System # TH450400
With this Thule setup, you will be able to attach the Compass to your crossbars. Also, you will have a maximum weight capacity of 165 pounds. I recommend confirming with your user's manual that your vehicle can accommodate that much weight,
Products Referenced in This Question
Fit Kit for Thule Evo Flush Rail and Edge Flush Rail Roof Rack Feet - 6045
- Roof Rack
- Fit Kits
- 4 Pack
- Thule
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Thule One-Key System Lock Cylinders - Qty 4
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Roof Bike Racks
- Roof Box
- Roof Rack
- Ski and Snowboard Racks
- Keys
- Lock Parts
- Lock Cores and Cylinders
- Thule
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Evo Flush Rail Feet for Thule Crossbars - Flush Side Rails - Qty 4
- Roof Rack
- Feet
- 4 Pack
- Thule
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Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 50" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 50 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Black
- Thule
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Thule Compass Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Kayak
- Paddle Board
- Surfboard
- Roof Mount Carrier
- J-Style
- Post-Style
- Saddle-Style
- Folding
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Clamp On
- Thule
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Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Roof Rack and Lift Assist w/ Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Universal Mount
- Watersport Carriers
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- Saddle-Style
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- Track Mount
- Clamp On
- Load Assist
- Thule
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