Thule Motion XT XL or XXL For Midsized Hatchback/Wagon
Published 11/03/2021
Question:
Thule Motion XT XXL on 2019 VW Alltrack? I’ve decided on the Thule Motion XT, but I can’t seem to figure out if I should go for the XL or XXL. My front clearance is around 58” so I should have hatch clearance either way. My concern is if the XXL will simply look too oversized and goofy on a midsized/small wagon with factory crossbars. Any insight would be appreciated. Thanks
asked by: Mark
Expert Reply:
For a mid-sized wagon or hatchback like your VW Golf Alltrack or something like a Subaru Outback, the larger Motion XT cargo box won't look oversized or goofy, as there is only 7 inches of difference in length between the 84-1/2 inch Thule Motion XT Rooftop Cargo Box - XL # TH629806 and 91-1/2 inch Thule Motion XT Rooftop Cargo Box - XXL # TH629906.
That is especially true for a wagon/hatchback because they have a long roofline similar to an SUV, as opposed to the short roof of a coupe or sedan, so both cargo boxes will look streamlined. With that in mind, I recommend going with the larger box in order to give you the most possible room for your gear:
- Thule Motion XT Rooftop Cargo Box - XXL # TH629906
Despite it being just 7 inches longer, the XXL gives you four more cubic feet of space for your cargo, and allows longer skis/snowboards of you are using it to carry those items. Overall, the larger box is just going to give you more utility than the smaller one, while looking nearly identical.
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