Recommended Roof Rack and Cargo Basket for a 2017 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk

Updated 02/19/2023 | Published 02/17/2023

Products Featured in This Question

Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 49" Long - Qty 2

(2759)

$213.01

Yakima LoadWarrior Roof Rack Cargo Basket - Steel - 44" Long x 39" Wide

(108)

$528.95

Question:

I have a 2017 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk. I want to use the spare tire storage by putting the spare tire on the roof. Id also like to fit some maybe try storage up too. I have rails along the side of the car but Ill need a basket or something to put stuff up there.

asked by: Pedro R

Expert Reply:

To add a cargo basket to your Trailhawk's roof you will need to add a set of crossbars to your side rails. To do this you will need the following parts:

Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 49" Long - Qty 2 item # RRVA126B-2

Rhino-Rack SX Series Legs for Vortex Aero Crossbars - Raised Factory Side Rails - Qty 4 item # RRSX100

This aero bar roof rack system has a 165 lbs capacity. The included locks will help prevent theft. The rubberized vortex strips in the top channels dramatically reduce drag and wind noise.

I recommend the Yakima LoadWarrior Roof Rack Cargo Basket item # Y07070. This cargo basket is 44" long x 39" wide and will attach to the Rhino Rack crossbars with included clamps and hardware. This basket weighs 25 lbs and has a 140 lbs capacity.

I have linked a couple of installation and review videos below so you can see how these products work.