What Crossbars and Cargo Carrier do You Recommend for My 2019 Chevy Cruze?  

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In order to mount a roof top carrier for luggage, you definitely need a roof rack system on your 2019 Chevy Cruze LT. For a great crossbar system, I recommend the following parts if you have a sedan model Cruze:

- Round 48" CrossBars for Yakima Roof Rack System # Y00408
- BaseLine Towers for Yakima Crossbars - Naked Roofs # Y28TR
- RoundBar SL Adapter for Yakima BaseLine, SkyLine, TimberLine, and RidgeLine Towers # Y03536
- BaseClip Fit Kit for Yakima BaseLine Roof Rack Towers - Qty 2 # Y06137
- BaseClip Fit Kit for Yakima BaseLine Roof Rack Towers - Qty 2 # Y06126
- Yakima Same Key Locks # Y07204

If you happen to have a hatchback model Cruze, I suggest this setup:

- Round 48" CrossBars for Yakima Roof Rack System # Y00408
- BaseLine Towers for Yakima Crossbars - Naked Roofs # Y00146
- RoundBar SL Adapter for Yakima BaseLine, SkyLine, TimberLine, and RidgeLine Towers # Y03536
- BaseClip Fit Kit for Yakima BaseLine Roof Rack Towers - Qty 2 # Y06110
- BaseClip Fit Kit for Yakima BaseLine Roof Rack Towers - Qty 2 # Y06126
- Yakima Same Key Locks # Y07204

With these two systems, they require a different half set of BaseClips (as outlined in the parts) depending on if you have a sedan or hatchback. With the Yakima RoundBar system, you get a reliable system that has a wide range of compatible accessories. Also, these systems provide your Cruze with 165 pounds of maximum weight capacity. As with all roof rack systems, I recommend consulting with your vehicle's owner's manual to make sure your roof can handle the weight you wish to transport.

As far as the carrier itself, it looks like you were looking at covered cargo boxes. If this is the case, I recommend the Thule Force XT XL Rooftop Cargo Box - 18 cu ft - Black AeroSkin # TH6358B. The Force XL comes with internal dimensions of 77-1/2" long x 29-1/2" wide x 15-1/4" tall and includes 2 One-Key System locks to protect your luggage. With this particular cargo box, you will be able to attach it to the Yakima crossbars and be able to fully open your trunk with the box installed.

expert reply by: Bob C

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