Can I Carry Three Kayaks On My 2012 Kia Sorento With 54" Cross Bars

Published 04/09/2022

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Malone FoldAway-J Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - Clamp On

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$143.95

Malone FoldAway-5 Kayak, Canoe, and SUP Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - Clamp On

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$215.95

Question:

I need to haul 3 kayaks on my 2012 Kia Sorento. I have 54” cross bars. Would using 1 Malone foldaway J rack and the Malone foldaway-5 folding multi rack together fit/work?

asked by: Senta

Helpful Expert Reply:

Yes, you should be able to carry 3 kayaks on the roof of your 2012 Kia Sorento, provided you do not exceed the weight limit of the roof. The Malone FoldAway-J Kayak Carrier with Tie Downs - J-Style - Folding - Side Loading, part # MAL98FR, and the Malone FoldAway-5 Kayak, SUP, and Canoe Carrier with Tie Downs - J-Style - Folding - Side Loading, part # MAL38FR, both have a 19-1/2" footprint. This will leave you with 15" of usable space on your roof.

I have included product description links, a video of the Malone FoldAway-5 being installed, and a video review link below.

expert reply by: Mark Smith