Availability of Roof Rack for 2023 Kia Sportage With Naked Roof
Updated 01/05/2026 | Published 09/28/2024
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Have you had success with 2023 Kia Sportages using this system? I am having problems finding roof racks that are approved for that model’s naked roofs. I am not sure why the fit would be so challenging. Thanks.
asked by: Derek B
Expert Reply:
Hello Derek; the answer you're referring to is a little older so it is possible Thule listed that rack as a fit at some point and pulled it down. I went ahead and pulled it down since one way or another it is no longer correct. At this time, there are no roof racks available for the 2023 Sportage with a naked roof.
I would check with Kia to see if you can add the the flush or raised rails factory rails so you can mount a roof rack like the Thule WingBar Evo Roof Rack # TH34QG (for flush rails) or Yakima # Y39YD (for raised rails). From what I found in some forums the mounting points are there for the rails so I believe it is possible to add them without extensive work.
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Thule WingBar Evo Roof Rack for Flush Rails - Aluminum - Black - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbar Rack
- Aero Bars
- 50 Inch Bar
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Black
- Thule
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Robin H.
1/5/2026
Hey Derek, were you able to check with Kia about adding the flush or raised rails to your Sportage? Knowing if that worked could help others trying to mount a roof rack on the same model. Your update could make it easier for the next person facing this issue.