Is There a Roof Rack For 2019 Toyota RAV4 With Flush Side Rails

Question:

Hi, We do not have the factory installed raised side rails on our RAV4. Is there after-market solution we can install instead? Thanks, Ben

asked by: Ben

Expert Reply:

Hi Ben,

Since your 2019 Toyota RAV4 doesn't have the raised side rails, it should have flush-mounted rails, and I have added a photo below that a customer was nice enough to send in which shows a flush side rail and what your RAV4 should have. If it does, there is indeed a roof rack you can use, from Rhino-Rack, that consists of the following parts:

- Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars # RRVA126B-2

- RCH Legs # RRRCH4

- Custom RCP Fit Kit # RR42SV

Not only does this fit your RAV4 with flush rails, the rack really is the best value. Rhino-Rack's quality is equal to similar brands, but at a better price point because you aren't paying extra just to have a specific brand name printed on the crossbars.

expert reply by: Kyle S

Flush Side Rail on RAV4
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Ben

4/24/2024

Hi Kyle, Thank you for the quick reply. Are the 48" bars long enough? You had previously recommended 60 inch crossbars, because "in order for the Hullavator to work, it requires 4-8 inches of crossbar overhang (past the feet) on each side." Thanks, Ben

Kyle S.

4/24/2024

@Ben Good question, and the Rhino-Rack bars will be long enough on your '19 RAV4 for just one Hullavator # TH898. If you're trying to use a couple kayak carriers then you'll need the longer 60 inch crossbars and Yakima set up which consists of parts # Y00426, # Y53TR, and # Y98FR.