Recommended Cargo Box and Roof Rack for a 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek w/ Raised Side Rails

Question:

Can you please tell me if the Thule Force XT Sport Rooftop Cargo Box - 11 cu ft - Black AeroSkin is ould be a good fit for my 2014 Subaru Crosstrek with factory front to back bars? Additionally, what side to side crossbars do you recommend? I like the 11 cubic foot storage box because of its profile but don’t want it to hang over the front of my vehicle blocking my vision. So I’m hoping this size is a good fit for my vehicle.

asked by: Terese T

Expert Reply:

I would be happy to! The Thule Force XT Sport Rooftop Cargo Box item # TH6356B would work great with your 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek. It measures 74-3/4" x 24-3/4" x 16-3/4" and will not mess with your vision.

Since your Crosstrek has the factory installed raised rails and you're mounting a cargo box, I recommend the Rhino-Rack Vortex StealthBar Roof Rack item # JA7973. This is a flush mount style roof rack that does not extend past your roof rails. I like to recommend these for use with cargo boxes because they provide a cleaner closer to factory look once installed.

I have linked an installation video below for the roof rack so you can see what they look like once set up.

expert reply by: Jerred H