How to Carry Bikes on a 2018 Kia Rio

Published 01/04/2019

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Question:

Hello I am trying to get the Hitch for my Kia Rio 2018, but i didnt found, could help to know if this item will be on sale early or there is another car model could applies for my car, i know that Kia Rio Chassis is similar to Hyundai Accent but i am not sure, could you help me with this please?

asked by: Jose

Expert Reply:

I would love to help but as of January 2019, there is not a hitch available for your 2018 Kia Rio nor is there one from another vehicle that you can use. The 2018 model year is a redesign and they are still in the development stages. Unfortunately, I don't have any insider information when one will be available either.

However, if you were wanting a trailer hitch so you can carry a bike rack then we do still have options. If your bike(s) is not heavier than 35 lbs then you can use a trunk mount bike rack (sedan only) like the Yakima FullBack Bike Rack part # Y02634 or part # Y02633.

If your bike(s) is over 35 lbs then the only option we have for you is a roof rack and roof mounted bike rack like the Yakima JetStream Crossbar System part # Y00425, part # Y28TR, part # Y06117 with the Yakima HighRoad Roof Bike Rack part # Y02114.

I have attached review videos for you as well.