Is Thule Trail XT Cargo Basket a Good Choice for 2019 Subaru Ascent with Factory Crossbars

Published 06/06/2019

Question:

I have a 2019 Subaru Ascent Touring with the Subaru Ascent Aero Crossbar Set, Subaru part number SOA843X010. Im thinking of buying a Thule Trail XT Roof Cargo Basket with exterior dimensions of 63inch x 39-1/2inch x 7inch because it looks great, and I need the added luggage capacity. Im also thinking of buying a Rhino-Rack Rooftop Cargo Bag - Waterproof - 17.5 cu ft - 59inch x 43inch x 11-1/2. This bag will be 6 inches wider than the interior width of the basket, which is listed at 37. Will this be a problem? Do you like the Trail as a high end cargo basket, and do you see any issue with mounting it on the Subaru Crossbars?

asked by: William E

Helpful Expert Reply:

The Thule Trail XT part # TH865XT is a really nice cargo basket that is confirmed as a fit for the factory crossbars of your 2019 Subaru Ascent as well. While the Rhino Rack Cargo Bag part # RRLB500 is slightly different dimensionally it will still fit and work well. It is a bag so any width or length can easily just be pushed in. This bag would be a really great option with plenty of cargo space at 17.5 cubic feet of space and is considered to be waterproof as well which means your cargo will be kept dry.

expert reply by: Jameson C