Recommended Roof Rack for a Hullavator on a 2011 Toyota Venza w/ the Moonroof and No Side Rails

Published 05/20/2023

Products Featured in This Question

Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Roof Rack and Lift Assist w/ Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Universal Mount

(112)

$718.95

Yakima JetStream Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 70" Long - Qty 2

(602)

$226.80

BaseClip Fit Kit for Yakima BaseLine Roof Rack Towers - Qty 2

(884)

$56.95

BaseClip Fit Kit for Yakima BaseLine Roof Rack Towers - Qty 2

(884)

$56.95

BaseLine Towers for Yakima Crossbars - Naked Roofs - Qty 4

(88)

$219.95

Question:

Hi, I have a 2011 Toyota Venza with a sunroof and moon roof, but it does not have a roof rack installed. I would like to purchase the Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier and Lift Assist, so Im wondering if you can direct me to a after-market roof rack that would work on the Venza and work with the Thule. Thanks! s

asked by: Steve F

Expert Reply:

To use the Thule Hullavator item # TH898 on your 2011 Toyota Venza you're going to need to install a set of crossbars that extend 4" - 8" past the roof racks legs. This allows the lift assist function of the Hullavator to work.

Since your Venza does not have a roof rack and you have the glass roof there aren't many options. There is a roof rack that will work for you since you do not have the side rails. You will want the roof rack by Yakima and it includes the following parts:

Yakima JetStream Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 70" Long - Qty 2 item # Y00427

BaseLine Towers for Yakima Crossbars - Naked Roofs - Qty 4 item # Y28TR

BaseClip Fit Kit for Yakima BaseLine Roof Rack Towers - Qty 2 item # Y06136

BaseClip Fit Kit for Yakima BaseLine Roof Rack Towers - Qty 2 item # Y06163