Every roof rack system that fits the 2016 Audi A3, from Thule and Yakima, plus older racks that still fit. This A3 comes with flush rails or bare roof depending on trim, so start by matching your roof below.
- Roof types: Flush rails, Bare roof
- Rack systems listed: 8 across 2 brands
- Crossbar lengths: 34" to 53" depending on system
- Max rack load: up to 165 lb (always stay under your vehicle's roof limit)
- Legacy fits: 3 current kits replace older kit numbers
2016 A3 with flush rails
| Brand | System | Fit kit | Max load (lb) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thule | Thule Edge Flush Rail | Kit 186041 | 165 | Thule Edge Flush Rail Front Covers |
| Thule | Thule Evo Flush Rail | Kit 186041 | 165 | Thule Flush Rail Evo foot for Flush… Torque Key 4Nm Thule WingBar Evo 118 (out of stock) |
2016 A3 with bare roof
| Brand | System | Fit kit | Max load (lb) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thule | Thule Edge Clamp | Kit 145121 | 132 | Thule Rapid Traverse foot for vehicles 4 (out of stock) |
| Thule | Thule Edge Clamp | Kit 145013 | 165 | Thule Rapid Traverse foot for vehicles 4 (out of stock) |
| Thule | Thule Evo Clamp | Kit 145121 | 132 | Thule Covers w/Locks & Keys for EVO… Thule WingBar Evo 135 (out of stock) Thule SquareBar Evo 135 (out of stock) |
| Thule | Thule Evo Clamp | Kit 145013 | 165 | Thule Covers w/Locks & Keys for EVO… Thule WingBar Evo 135 (out of stock) Thule SquareBar Evo 135 (out of stock) |
| Yakima | Yakima BaseLine | Vehicle-specific clip (ask us) | Yakima BaseLine Towers | |
| Yakima | Yakima BaseLine FX | Vehicle-specific clip (ask us) | Ask us |
Already own a rack? Reuse it
Older kits that fit this A3. If you already have one, you may only need bars or feet:
- Kit 1748 (older) is the same fit as current Kit 145121 for the bare roof A3. Use it with Thule 480 Traverse or 480R Rapid Traverse feet.
- Kit 1708 (older) is the same fit as current Kit 145013 for the bare roof A3. Use it with Thule 480 Traverse or 480R Rapid Traverse feet.
- Kit 184035 (older) is the same fit as current Kit 186041 for the flush rails A3.
Parts that fit your 2016 A3
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Thule Edge Flush Rail Front Covers
Price range: $20.00 through $80.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Thule Flush Rail Evo foot for Flush Siderails 4-pack black
$264.95 Add to cart -
Torque Key 4Nm – Thule Raised Rail Evo/Flush Rail Evo/Flush Rail Edge/Fixpoint Evo/Fixpoint Edge
$34.42 Add to cart -
Thule Covers w/Locks & Keys for EVO Clamp Towers – set of 4
$69.98 Add to cart -
Yakima BaseLine Towers – (Set of 4)
$275.00 Add to cart -
Yakima BaseLine Towers – (Set of 2)
$155.00 Add to cart -
Thule WingBar Evo 118 (47″) – Black (2-Pack)
$279.95 Read more -
Thule WingBar Evo 118 (47″) – Silver (2-Pack)
$279.95 Read more -
Replacement Thule Evo Flush Rail Single Tower
$69.95 Read more -
Thule Rapid Traverse foot for vehicles 4-pack black
$249.95 Read more -
Thule SquareBar Evo 135 (53″) – Black (2-Pack)
$179.95 Read more -
Thule WingBar Evo 135 (53″) – Black (2-Pack)
$279.95 Read more
Buy used
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Other A3 years
Not sure what fits your 2016 Audi A3?
Tell us your trim and what you already own. We'll confirm the exact parts and email you back within 2 business days.
Fit info is compiled from Thule, Yakima and Rhino-Rack data. Always confirm against the manufacturer's install instructions and your vehicle's roof load limit.