Recommended Roof Rack for 2018 Mazda CX-5 with Naked Roof

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hello i just bought a new mazda cx5 2018 with no roof rail or cross bar.What is the best roof rack would be best fit my mazda cx5?

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Congratulations on your new vehicle!

For the naked roof on your 2018 Mazda CX-5, I highly recommend the Thule WingBar Evo Roof Rack. This system consists of # TH711420 for the two 53 inch aluminum WingBar Load Bars, # TH710501 for the Evo Clamp Feet, and # TH145079 for the Fit Kit. This will give you a really nice, aerodynamic roof rack that features a weight capacity of 165 pounds. The aluminum crossbars will match your Mazda's sleek exterior perfectly to provide a factory appearance on its roof.

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Bob

1/13/2020

Over priced after market . Massive gouge by Mazda for roof rack. Got 2 windsurf boards that are important , may just bolt some 2x4s with carpet samples and start my retirement. Last Mazda for me.

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Jason S.

1/16/2020

For your 2018 Mazda CX-5 if you have the factory side rails, the most economical roof rack is the Malone SteelTop # MPG201 but the Aero # MPG215 is worth the slight difference. If you don't have anything on the roof at all, then the most economical option is the Inno Square Bar consisting of # INB137, # INSUT, and # INK497. These options will get you safely down the road. An alternative is to use the SeaSucker Board Carrier - Vacuum Cup Mounted - 2 Surfboards or Paddleboards # 298-BX1806. This may be the best option and is transferable between vehicles too. It allows you to easily remove and store when not in use as well.

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Answer 2

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

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Answer 8

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Answer 11

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