Will Thule Gateway Pro 2 Bike Rack Fit 2016 BMW X5 With Factory Spoiler

Updated 03/20/2025 | Published 03/15/2025

Question:

Hi I have a 2016 BMW X5 non-M model but it does have the stock factory spoiler, can I use a trunk mount rack for three bikes?

asked by: John

Expert Reply:

Hey John! Yes, the Thule Gateway Pro 2 Bike Rack # TH88VR will fit your 2017 BMW X5. I don't have a picture of the rack on an X5 with the spoiler but you can see in the attached photo that a spoiler won't be an issue. If you need anything else feel free to reach out in the comments below.

expert reply by: Robin H

Thule Gateway Pro 2 Bike Rack
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John

3/20/2025

Thank you for the reply. I checked the spoiler and noticed there's no metal parts for the clips to clamp onto so it will only clamp onto the plastic spoiler. With the stress on this plastic spoiler, how will it hold overtime with heat? Will it warp the plastic spoiler? Also with the slight bouncing motion, will this weaken the spoiler and crack?

Robin H.

3/20/2025

@John is this not the standard spoiler that looks like it is basically molded to the rear hatch? It would be like the style in the picture. Are you sure it isn't metal where the rear hatch opens at the top? The hooks would go in the rear hatch gap with the straps running up and over the spoiler. It wouldn't actually be attached to the spoiler which wouldn't be able to hold the rack on its own. Thule doesn't have any notes on the spoiler preventing fitment, and that spoiler is pretty standard so they would if it was a problem. You can respond to the email with the link for this page and send me a picture of the spoiler if you want.