2023 Audi Q5 Sportback - Rack Installation - Thule

2023 Audi Q5 Sportback - Rack Installation - Thule

January 13, 2024
Audi

We don't see too many Audi Q5 Sportbacks in the shop, but when we do we'll work out a solution.  Thule makes a kit for these naked roof vehicles, but doesn't make it available here in the United States.  Every once in a while we'll run into a situation like this where we need to import a kit on our own and utilize a retailer across the pond.  For this one we just needed Thule Kit 145306 to complete the setup.  165 lbs of weight capacity and 29 3/8" of bar spread is good enough for most applications out there.  If you want to keep your vehicle looking great, we suggest taking your rack off twice a year and washing everything thoroughly before putting it back on.  Here in Bend we get a good amount of dust which will work it's way under the pads and create a cloudy section of paint over time.