Recommended Roof Rack for 2016 Honda CR-V With and Without Roof Rails
Updated 12/15/2025 | Published 11/12/2024
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Hello, I have a CRV 2016 without roof rails. Wanting to know what would be the best option for crossbars if we didnt get the roof rails and if we did. Thanks!
asked by: Austin
Expert Reply:
Hi Austin; for your current configuration I recommend the Thule WingBar Evo Roof Rack for Naked Roofs # TH94AG (Black) or # TH54XG (Silver). The WingBar Evo bars are super quiet and look great on any vehicle. Also, unless you're wanting to try and use something like a rooftop tent I wouldn't bother spending the extra money to add roof rails to the vehicle. You can use this roof rack for the Thule Motion XT Alpine Rooftop Cargo Box # TH629506 you were looking at.
If you do add rails your options become more limited. If you have flush mounted rails the Rhino-Rack Vortex Roof Rack # RR27FE would be a good choice and if you add the raised rails the Exposed Racks Roof Rack # ER42TR becomes the only option.
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Robin H.
12/15/2025
Hey Austin, how did the Thule WingBar Evo roof rack work out on your CRV? Your feedback could really help others deciding between adding rails or keeping the naked roof setup. Knowing what worked best might guide others with the same vehicle.