Can I Use the Thule Hullavator on My Subaru Impreza Wagon? What Crossbars do I Need?

Updated 07/03/2025 | Published 06/20/2025

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

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Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack - Aero Crossbars - Raised Side Rails - Aluminum - 58" Long - Silver

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Question:

Can I install a Thule hullavator on a 2012 Impreza wagon? What cross bars do I need? Thanks

asked by: John K

Expert Reply:

Hello John,

Yes, you can most definitely use the Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Roof Rack and Lift Assist w/ Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Universal Mount # TH898 on your 2012 Subaru Impreza Wagon.

I am showing that on most of the wagons they have the raised rails that run from front to back. I would go with the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack - Aero Crossbars - Raised Side Rails - Aluminum - 58" Long - Silver # MPG216. The 58" long crossbars will be perfect for the 4"-8" of overhand required for the Hullavator (please refer to image that I attached).

Are you just getting into Kayaking, or just getting a better set-up? Do you have a favorite river or lake you like to go out on?

expert reply by: Kate F

Hullavator Required Bar Space
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John K.

7/2/2025

Sorry I just saw your reply. My 2012 Impreza wagon does not have the racks that run from front to back, but racks that attach to the roof. Thanks for your help.

John K.

7/2/2025

Like this.

Kate F.

7/3/2025

@JohnK Since you do not have the rails that run from front to back, and need the 4-8" of overhang for the Hullavator # TH898, this is the set-up I would go with: - Inno Feet for Square Crossbars - Track Systems and Fixed Mounting Points - Black - Qty 4 # INXP - Custom Fit Kit for Inno XS300, XS350, XS400, XS450, INTR, and INXR Roof Rack Feet # INTR145 - Inno Square Crossbars - Steel - Black - 54" Long - Qty 2 # INB137 - this is going to say it is not a confirmed fit because the 50" bars are recommended for the Impreza, but you need the 4-8" of overhang which is why you need the longer bars. I had to piece the kit together to make sure you have the overhang you need.