Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2013 Nissan Versa w/ Rear Spoiler
Updated 05/16/2015 | Published 05/15/2015
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Question:
Hello, Im looking for a trunk bike rack for my 2013 Nissan Versa but my car does have a rear spoiler and Im concerned that some racks might not fit. Do you have any suggestions for an affordable bike rack that will fit? Thank you
asked by: Samantha
Expert Reply:
According to Thule, their trunk mount bike racks would fit a 4 or 5 door Versa that's equipped with a spoiler, as long as it's a factory and not an aftermarket installed spoiler.
The Thule Passage, part # TH910XT would be a fine choice. The rack has enough arch on it that it will completely span the rear edge of the deck lid and clear the spoiler just fine. Even though the rack is reasonably priced, it's still a high quality rack that's highly rated by our customers as you can see in the product reviews shown on the product description page. The # HRF6-2 would also be a fit, but I prefer the way that the Passage would sit a bit further from the rear of the vehicle
If you have the 5 door model, the only caveat is that you'll want to avoid using the rear wiper when the rack's in place.
If you'll be transporting women's bikes or bikes with sharply-angled top tubes, you might also consider a frame adapter bar like part # 64005. The bar spans the distance between the handlebar gooseneck and the seat post, which provides a secondary attachment point for the bike rack. This allows the bike to be carried level, which maximizes ground clearance. I'll link you to a video showing how the adapter bar works.
