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2006 BMW 3 Series Roof Rack: Fits, Kits & Parts

Every roof rack system that fits the 2006 BMW 3 Series, from Rhino-Rack, Thule and Yakima, plus older racks that still fit. This 3 Series comes with raised rails, flush rails, bare roof or fixed points depending on trim, so start by matching your roof below.

Raised rails have a gap you can fit your fingers under. Flush rails sit tight to the roof.

BEST PICK FOR YOUR 2006 BMW 3 SERIESPRO Aero Thule Rapid Crossroad kit with locks — component package illustration

Pacific Rack PRO Aero 52″ Load Bar Kit with Thule Rapid Crossroad 450R Feet + Locks

✔ Fits your 2006 BMW 3 Series with raised rails

  • Complete kit: bars and towers in one box
  • Aerodynamic bars
  • Works with both standard and T-slot mounts (bike, ski, cargo box)
$299.00
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Door Latch Step: reach your roof rack in one step
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  • Roof types: Raised rails, Flush rails, Bare roof, Fixed points
  • Rack systems listed: 16 across 3 brands
  • Crossbar lengths: 33" to 49" depending on system
  • Max rack load: up to 220 lb (always stay under your vehicle's roof limit)
  • Legacy fits: 1 current kit replaces older kit numbers

2006 3 Series with raised rails

BrandSystemFit kitMax load (lb)Shop
Rhino-RackSportz RX — RX100 (RX100 Leg (x4))None (complete: JC-06937)220Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail Leg Kit
Replacement Single Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail…
Rhino-RackSportz RX — RX100 (RX100 Leg (x4))None (complete: JC-05687)220Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail Leg Kit
Replacement Single Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail…
Rhino-RackVortex RX — RX100 (RX100 Leg (x4))None (complete: JC-01567)220Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail Leg Kit
Replacement Single Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail…
Rhino-RackVortex StealthBarNone (complete: JA7970)165Ask us — we can source it
YakimaYakima TimberLine TowersNone (universal)Yakima TimberLine Towers
Pacific Rack PRO Aero 52″ Load Bar… (out of stock)

2006 3 Series with flush rails

BrandSystemFit kitMax load (lb)Shop
ThuleThule Edge Flush RailKit 186043165Thule Kit 186043 — ships within 2–3 days
ThuleThule Evo Flush RailKit 186043165Thule Kit 186043 — ships within 2–3 days
Thule WingBar Evo 118
Replacement Thule Evo Flush Rail Single Tower
Thule Flush Rail Evo foot for Flush…

2006 3 Series with bare roof

BrandSystemFit kitMax load (lb)Shop
Rhino-RackHeavy Duty 2500 — RLKHD (2500 Leg (x4))DK292 (complete: JA4549)165Ask us — we can source it
YakimaYakima SkyLine FXLanding Pad 22Yakima Landing Pad 22 — ships within 2–3 days
YakimaYakima SkyLine TowersLanding Pad 22Yakima SkyLine Towers
Yakima Landing Pad 22 — ships within 2–3 days

2006 3 Series with fixed points

BrandSystemFit kitMax load (lb)Shop
Rhino-RackSportz 2500 Black 2 Bar FMP Roof Rack — RLKVA (2500 Leg (x4))DK292 (complete: JC-05595)165Ask us — we can source it
Rhino-RackSportz 2500 Silver 2 Bar FMP Roof Rack — RLKVA (2500 Leg (x4))DK292 (complete: JC-06845)165Ask us — we can source it
Rhino-RackVortex 2500 Black 2 Bar FMP Roof Rack — RLKVA (2500 Leg (x4))DK292 (complete: JA1915)165Ask us — we can source it
ThuleThule Edge FixpointKit 187002165Thule Kit 187002 — ships within 2–3 days
ThuleThule Evo FixpointKit 187002165Thule Kit 187002 — ships within 2–3 days
Thule Evo Fixpoint Replacement Foot
Thule WingBar Evo 118
Thule Fixpoint Evo foot for vehicles 4
ThuleThule Rapid PodiumKit 183065Thule Rapid Podium Foot Pack
Replacement Foot
Set of 4
Thule Kit 183065 — currently unavailable from Thule

Already own a rack? Reuse it

Older kits that fit this 3 Series. If you already have one, you may only need bars or feet:

  • Kit 184003 (older) is the same fit as current Kit 186043 for the flush rails 3 Series.

Parts that fit your 2006 3 Series

Pacific Rack gear for your 2006 BMW 3 Series

Our own add-ons for your rack and cargo box. Easy way to reach free shipping at $79.

Need a cargo box? Most are pickup at our Ashland store, where we’ll mount it for you. Shop all cargo boxes →

Bike racks for your 2006 BMW 3 Series

Roof bike racks clamp to your crossbars. Hitch bike racks need a receiver hitch — check whether yours is 1.25″ or 2″ before ordering.

Roof-mount bike racks

Shop all roof bike racks →

Hitch bike racks

Shop all hitch bike racks →

Buy used

Looking for a deal? Check Rack Trader for used racks and parts that fit the 3 Series.

Other 3 Series years

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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.