Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2011 Toyota Corolla and 2011 Nissan Altima

Question:

Looking for a trunk mount bike carrier that will hold three bikes and will fit a 2011 Nissan Altima and a 2011 Toyota Corolla S 4DR with a factory spoiler

asked by: Jimmy H

Expert Reply:

Check out the Thule OutWay 3 Bike Rack part # TH56BV. This is an excellent 3 bike trunk rack that is confirmed to fit both of your vehicles.

What makes this rack far superior to the others is the attachment system. It uses only 2 retractable coated steel cables to attach to the vehicle rather than 6 nylon straps like other racks. This makes installation quick and easy and the cables also last longer.

The cables store inside the rack so there are no loose straps ends to flap around. The cables can also be locked into position to deter theft of the rack. And there is also an integrated cable lock in the last bike position to deter bike theft.

This rack also features the latest and greatest in road dampening technology which protects bike frames better than other cradles.

If you plan on carrying any women's or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Swagman Easy-Out Women's and Alternative Frame Bike Adapter # 64005 to provide a horizontal top tube on your bikes to provide an attachment point. I attached a review video for this product also. This will allow the bikes to be carried more level and will provide more ground clearance.

expert reply by: Jameson C