Is the Slimline II Platform Rack Compatible w/ the Sunroof on a 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2?
Updated 10/02/2025 | Published 09/29/2025
Question:
Hello was wondering if this roof rack is compatible with the wk2 jeep grand Cherokee sun roof? I have a 2018 grand Cherokee with the flush mount rails thank you!
asked by: Steven M
Expert Reply:
Hey Steven, welcome back. If by compatible you mean you can still install the Front Runner Slimline II Platform Rack item # FR22RJ on your 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2, the answer is yes. If you plan on using the sunroof then the answer is no. There's no platform rack that's going to allow you to open a sunroof. There's two reasons for this the first being you run the risk of breaking your glass when you open it. The second is how loudly obnoxious the sound will be inside your Jeep with a platform or any roof rack installed. They're going to whistle and/or have extremely excessive wind noise.
What kind of rail setup do you have, or not have, on your roof? You can add this information and any other questions you have where it says Reply to Jerred H and I'll be happy to answer them.
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Front Runner Slimline II Platform Rack - Track Mount - 61-7/16" Long x 49-7/16" Wide
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- 61L x 49W Inch
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- Front Runner
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Steven M.
10/2/2025
Hello Jerred, Thank you for the help! I understand what you mean with the platform rack not allowing the use of the sunroof. Makes perfect sense. I’m still shopping around, thank you for the input!