Is there a Fit Kit to Use my Thule Evo Bars on My New 2026 Hyundai Santa FE SE AWD with Naked Roof?

Updated 04/13/2026 | Published 04/07/2026

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Thule WingBar Evo Roof Rack for Raised Rails - Aluminum - Silver - Qty 2

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SeaSucker Monkey Bars Roof Rack - Round Bars - Vacuum Cup Mount - 48" Long

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Question:

I have a 2026 Hyundai Santa FE SE AWD. It is a new trim that has a bare roof. Other trims have raised roofs. Is there a set I can use for this car? I want to use my Thule Evo bars.

asked by: Salvatore M

Expert Reply:

Hello Salvatore,

Thanks for reaching out!

At this time, Thule does not yet have a confirmed fit for the 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe with a naked roof. Since this is a new model, they will need to develop a dedicated fit kit before a traditional clamp on system is available. We do not have a timeline from Thule yet, but it is something worth checking back on as they release updates.

I also wanted to ease any concern about potential paint damage. When Thule does release a fit, their clamp based systems are designed with rubberized coatings and vehicle specific kits to help protect the roof and door frames when installed correctly.

In the meantime, the best available option is the SeaSucker Monkey Bars Roof Rack - Round Bars - Vacuum Cup Mount - 48" Long # 298-SX6000B. This system uses heavy duty vacuum mounts instead of clamps, so it does not rely on a traditional fit kit. It is a really solid alternative and has been well tested for stability at highway speeds when installed properly.

What are you mainly use your roof rack for?

expert reply by: Kate F