Roof Rack and Cargo Box Recommendations for a 2006 Land Rover LR3
Updated 08/29/2011 | Published 08/27/2011
Question:
Hello, I have a 2006 Land Rover lr3. Im trying to find the best roof rack system that looks OEM and also what kind of Luggage /storage units will fit that system
asked by: Brian G
Expert Reply:
In my opinion, the bars that will look the most OEM and offer a variety of accessory options are the Thule Aero Blade bars. These Thule bars offer 90 percent less wind noise and 55 percent less drag than other bars. The elliptical blade-like shape is more like what you would see in an OEM application.
Check out the link I provided that has all of the available roof racks with Aeroblade bars that will work on your vehicle. You will need to select the style of your vehicle.
All current Thule cargo boxes will fit the AeroBlade bars. There are many different sizes to choose from. If you want something large, I would go with the Thule Force XT XXL, # TH6359B, which has 22 cubic feet of space and measures 90-1/2 inches long, 35-1/2 inches wide, and 18-3/4 inches tall.
For something smaller, the smallest compatible box is the Thule Sidekick, # TH78GC, with 8 cubic feet of space and measures 54 inches long, 25 inches wide, and 15-1/2 inches tall. I have included links to video reviews of these boxes for you.
