Recommended Roof Rack for a 2023 Mazda CX-5 w/ Side Rails
Question:
I just got a 2023 Mazda CX-5 and would like to add a roof rack but there are no side rails or attachment points. Is there something that will work that won't have me drilling into the roof? Thanks
asked by: Bill A
Expert Reply:
Congrats on the new vehicle! Yes, there is a way to install a roof rack to your 2023 CX-5 without drilling. It attaches inside your door frame with custom fit brackets. You will want the roof rack by Rhino Rack and it includes the following parts:
Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 46" Long - Qty 2 item # RRVA118B-2
RCL Legs for Rhino-Rack Crossbars - Fixed Mounting Points - Qty 4 item # RRRCL4
Custom RCP Fit Kit for 4 Rhino-Rack RC Roof Rack Legs - Fixed Mounting Points item # RRRCP48-BK
This aero bar roof rack system has a 165 lbs capacity. The included locks will help prevent theft. The rubberized vortex strips in the top channels dramatically reduce drag and wind noise.
I have linked an installation video below.
Products Referenced in This Question
Custom Fit Roof Rack Kit With RRRCL4 | RRRCP33-BK | RRVA126B
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 49 Inch Bar Space
- 1 Bar
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Custom Fit Roof Rack Kit With RR32SV | RRRCL4 | RRVA118B
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 46 Inch Bar Space
- 1 Bar
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Custom Fit Roof Rack Kit With RRRCL4 | RRRCP64-BK | RRVA126B
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 49 Inch Bar Space
- 1 Bar
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Custom Fit Roof Rack Kit With RRRCL4 | RRRCP62-BK | RRVA118B
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 46 Inch Bar Space
- 1 Bar
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Custom Fit Roof Rack Kit With RR32SV | RRRCL4 | RRVA126B
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 49 Inch Bar Space
- 1 Bar
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Custom Fit Roof Rack Kit With RRVA137B | RRRCL4 | RRRCP31-BK
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 54 Inch Bar Space
- 1 Bar
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Custom Fit Roof Rack Kit With RR66QJ | RRRCL4 | RRSUB0671 | RRVA126B
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 49 Inch Bar Space
- 1 Bar
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Custom Fit Roof Rack Kit With RB1375S | RRQMHD05 | RRRCL4 | RRRCP61-BK
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Square Bars
- 54 Inch Bar Space
- 1 Bar
- Overhang
- Silver
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Custom Fit Roof Rack Kit With RR86QT | RRRCL4 | RRVA150B
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 59 Inch Bar Space
- 1 Bar
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Custom Fit Roof Rack Kit With RRRCL4 | RRRCP60-BK | RRVA126B
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 49 Inch Bar Space
- 1 Bar
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Custom Fit Roof Rack Kit With RRRCL4 | RRRCP46-BK | RRRDM01 | RRVA118B
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 46 Inch Bar Space
- 1 Bar
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Custom Fit Roof Rack Kit With RR66QJ | RRRCL4 | RRVA126B
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 49 Inch Bar Space
- 1 Bar
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Custom Fit Roof Rack Kit With RRVA137B | RRRCL4 | RRRCP48-BK
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 54 Inch Bar Space
- 1 Bar
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Custom Fit Roof Rack Kit With RB1375B | RRQMHD05 | RRRCL4 | RRRCP61-BK
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Square Bars
- 54 Inch Bar Space
- 1 Bar
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Custom Fit Roof Rack Kit With RR66QJ | RRRCL4 | RRSUB0671 | RRVA118B
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 46 Inch Bar Space
- 1 Bar
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Custom Fit Roof Rack Kit With RB1500B | RRQMHD05 | RRRCL4 | RRRJLB1
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Square Bars
- 59 Inch Bar Space
- 1 Bar
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Custom Fit Roof Rack Kit With RRQMVA05 | RRQMVA10 | RRRCL4 | RRRCP55-BK | RRVA126B
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 49 Inch Bar Space
- 1 Bar
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Custom Fit Roof Rack Kit With RRRCL4 | RRRCP61-BK | RRVA137B
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 54 Inch Bar Space
- 1 Bar
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Custom Fit Roof Rack Kit With RRRCL4 | RRRCP27-BK | RRVA126B
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 49 Inch Bar Space
- 1 Bar
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Custom Fit Roof Rack Kit With RRVA118B | RRRCL4 | RRRCP48-BK
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 46 Inch Bar Space
- 1 Bar
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Custom Fit Roof Rack Kit With RB1500S | RRQMHD05 | RRRCL4 | RRRJLB1
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Square Bars
- 59 Inch Bar Space
- 1 Bar
- Overhang
- Silver
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Custom Fit Roof Rack Kit With RRVA126B | RRRCL4 | RRRCP46-BK | RRSUB0671
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 49 Inch Bar Space
- 1 Bar
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Custom Fit Roof Rack Kit With RR86QT | RRRCL4 | RRVA150S
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 59 Inch Bar Space
- 1 Bar
- Overhang
- Silver
- Rhino Rack
more information >
RCL Legs for Rhino-Rack Crossbars and Pioneer Platforms - Fixed Mounting Points - Qty 4
- Roof Rack
- Feet
- 4 Pack
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Custom RCP Fit Kit for 4 Rhino-Rack RC and RV Series Roof Rack Legs - Fixed Mounting Points
- Roof Rack
- Fit Kits
- 4 Pack
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 46" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 46 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
more information >
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