Roof Rack, Bike Rack, and Trailer Hitch Recommendations for a 2015 Ford Transit Connect

Updated 01/18/2016 | Published 01/16/2016

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Rhino-Rack Roof Rack w/ 2 Heavy-Duty Crossbars for Ford Transit Connect - Pad Mount - 50" Long

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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

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Rhino-Rack Heavy-Duty Roof Rack Crossbars - Silver - 54" Long - Qty 2

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Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Legs for Heavy-Duty Crossbars - Naked Roofs or Fixed Mounting Points - Qty 4

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Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Legs for Vortex Aero Crossbars - Naked Roofs or Fixed Mounting Points - Qty 4

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Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 54" Long - Qty 2

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Thule Apex Swing XT Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Swing Away

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Question:

Do you have something that fits 2015ford transit connect... Roof rack, for hauling 4 x 8. Also wondering about bicycle carrier for the rear...not inside. Tks

asked by: Jz

Expert Reply:

You can add a roof rack to your 2015 Ford Transit Connect. If your van does not have the factory side rails then I recommend a Rhino-Rack roof rack using the following parts:

Vortex bars # RRVA137B-2
Feet # RRRLKVA
Fit kit # DK417

If you prefer the heavy duty rectangular bars then you would need bars # RB1375, legs # RRRLKHD, and fit kit # DK417.

For any roof rack check the vehicle owner's manual or with Ford to determine the capacity of the van roof and go by whichever is lower.

For a rear mounted bike rack I recommend the versatile Hollywood Racks Express 3 # HRE3 for 3 bikes. I have linked a video review for you.

If your van has a 2 inch trailer hitch then I recommend the Thule Apex swing # TH9027XT. It can swing off to the side with or without bikes loaded so you can open the rear doors of the van. If you need a 2 inch trailer hitch I recommend # C13167. I have linked a video showing an example installation of the hitch for you.