Thule Motion Rooftop Cargo Box Fit for 2014 Subaru Outback Wagon

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Jason, thanks so much for the information and quick response as I really appreciate it. Our Subaru dealer recommended the Thule Force Cargo Carrier series. Can you tell me the difference in the Thule Force Series and the Thule Motion Series cargo carriers.

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To determine the best Thule Motion cargo box for your 2014 Subaru Outback, you will want to measure from the center of the front crossbar to the seam where the hatch meets the roof. That distance will determine the larges box you can use and not have hatch interference. I've attached a photo to assist.

The Thule Motion XT Rooftop Cargo Box - 16 cu ft # TH629706 requires 47-1/2 inches
The Thule Motion XT Rooftop Cargo Box - 18 cu ft # TH629806 requires 51-1/4 inches
The Thule Motion XT Rooftop Cargo Box - 22 cu ft # TH629906 requires 55 inches

I've attached a video of the Thule Pulse Alpine # TH613 to show you the compatibility on your vehicle with the 55-1/4 inch requirement where you can see there is some hatch interference. So based on that, I believe the # TH6298B will be the largest Motion box that will fit.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Rick

11/30/2018

Jason, thanks so much for the information and quick response as I really appreciate it. Our Subaru dealer recommended the Thule Force Cargo Carrier series. Can you tell me the difference in the Thule Force Series and the Thule Motion Series cargo carriers.

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Jason S.

11/30/2018

No problem. The Momentum is the newest box offered by Thule and the Force was the model released prior. Both are very good boxes and the appearance is the biggest difference. Thule changed the look of the box to better assimilate to the modern lines and look less like an add on as well as differentiate from other manufacturers. The Force XT # TH6358B is the most common and requires 47-1/2 inches from that front crossbar to the hatch seam. It uses the same style mount as the Motion series. The biggest difference is the look and the lock system. The Force uses a hand knob on the lock cylinder where the Motion uses the lock and a separate hand latch. You can see these differences in the attached videos.

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Answer 1

There honestly isn't too much of a guide on this. The general rule of thumb is to try to get the Yakima GrandTour 18 #YA84FR centered on your crossbars, but this basically goes for any roof cargo box on the market. You can make slight adjustments…

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Answer 2

Hi Kris; thanks to all of the information you provided I think I know exactly what you need. I recommend the Benton ShellRaiser Roof Cargo Box #B44FR. This has 8 cubic feet of storage and fits crossbar spreads from 13-3/8" - 29". It…

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Answer 3

Hey Java, yes the Benton Shellraiser part #B44FR does fit the OEM crossbars of your 2020 Subaru Outback. The crossbar spread range it fits of 13-3/8 inch to 29 inch is measured from crossbar center to crossbar center.

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Answer 4

Hey Randy, so this is a great question but like basically all roof top cargo boxes the Benton Shellraiser #B44FR isn't considered waterproof as that would mean it would have to keep all water out if it was submerged. It's going to do a great…

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Answer 5

Hey Tommy, thanks for reaching out! The Benton ShellRaiser #B44FR and Thule Sidekick #TH78GC have the same interior space, but that's about all they have in common. The ShellRaiser is actually a better design due to it having dual-side access a…

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Answer 6

If you are just looking for a rooftop cargo bag then you actually have quite a few more options. The only time that you are restricted to a bag that sits on your crossbars is if you have a window on your roof like a sun or moon roof. In that case I…

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Answer 7

I checked with Yakima and the Yakima GrandTour Premium Rooftop Cargo Box part #YA84FR is a confirmed fit for a 2015 Subaru Outback Wagon. In regards to hatch clearance, you won't have any issue although I will admit it will be close.

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Answer 8

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 9

Hi Adam, The Rhino Rack Vortex Roof Rack #RR65NP is a full roof rack kit and will be all you need to get a roof rack on your 2013 Toyota Prius C. It includes the crossbars, towers (some people call them feet), and the door jamb clamps. The only…

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Answer 10

So there are really only a pair of differences at base between the Thule Motion XT and Thule Force XT rooftop cargo boxes. One is the aesthetic, with the Force XT having a textured, flat black finish, while the Motion XT has a high-gloss black…

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Answer 11

Jeff, first of all, I'm relieved to hear you weren't injured in this accident. As far as replacements go, we do have a replacement crossbar with the Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbar #RRVA137B but the towers and fit kit are only sold as a…

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Answer 12

Hey Alex, this is a great question but Thule is accurate. The height above the crossbars on the Thule Motion 3 XL part #TH37PN is 12 inches. I am not sure why we had the wrong info listed there but I sent an update to have it fixed. How much…

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