Which Roof Mount Cargo Baskets Fit the 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman with Factory Crossbars

Question:

I have a 2011 Mini Countyman with factory cross bars. Now I just need a basket. There are many out there but they do not specify if they fit the Countryman or not. The lenght and width of some baskets would fit the rails and cross bars I currently have. Do you see an issue with adding a basket that does not specify the Countryman?

asked by: Kevin

Expert Reply:

Many baskets will not have a specific vehicle fit list so that is why you do not see your vehicle listed. But I will be happy to make some suggestions for you. First, to determine if the Rola basket fits, you will need to measure your crossbars.

the basket will fit on bars that are up to 3-1/4 inches wide. The bars will also have to a certain length apart on center. This basket mounts to bar spreads that are 26-1/4 inches, 30 inches, 33-3/4 inches, or 37-1/2 inches apart on center. I have included some links on this basket for you.

If the crossbars are up to 4 inches wide, you can use the Thule MOAB, # TH690. A specific crossbar spread for this basket is not available, but a spread of 26 inches would be good.

And for a direct fit, you can use the Yakima LoadWarrior, # Y07070, or MegaWarrior, # Y07080. I have included links to video reviews of the Thule and Yakima baskets for you. If it were me, and it would fit, I would go with the Rola basket because the design is more appealing to me and it is more cost effective.

expert reply by: Michael H