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.
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)
Complete Thule flush-rail setup for the 2006 BMW 3 Series
✔ Fits your 2006 BMW 3 Series with flush rails
- Thule Evo Flush Rail feet (4-pack)
- Thule Kit 186043, the kit for your 2006 BMW 3 Series
- Thule WingBar Evo bars, sized for your roof
- Everything in one order, nothing to figure out
- 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
| Brand | System | Fit kit | Max load (lb) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhino-Rack | Sportz RX — RX100 (RX100 Leg (x4)) | None (complete: JC-06937) | 220 | Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail Leg Kit Replacement Single Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail… |
| Rhino-Rack | Sportz RX — RX100 (RX100 Leg (x4)) | None (complete: JC-05687) | 220 | Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail Leg Kit Replacement Single Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail… |
| Rhino-Rack | Vortex RX — RX100 (RX100 Leg (x4)) | None (complete: JC-01567) | 220 | Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail Leg Kit Replacement Single Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail… |
| Rhino-Rack | Vortex StealthBar | None (complete: JA7970) | 165 | Ask us — we can source it |
| Yakima | Yakima TimberLine Towers | None (universal) | Yakima TimberLine Towers Pacific Rack PRO Aero 52″ Load Bar… (out of stock) |
2006 3 Series with flush rails
| Brand | System | Fit kit | Max load (lb) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thule | Thule Edge Flush Rail | Kit 186043 | 165 | Thule Kit 186043 — ships within 2–3 days |
| Thule | Thule Evo Flush Rail | Kit 186043 | 165 | Thule 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
| Brand | System | Fit kit | Max load (lb) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhino-Rack | Heavy Duty 2500 — RLKHD (2500 Leg (x4)) | DK292 (complete: JA4549) | 165 | Ask us — we can source it |
| Yakima | Yakima SkyLine FX | Landing Pad 22 | Yakima Landing Pad 22 — ships within 2–3 days | |
| Yakima | Yakima SkyLine Towers | Landing Pad 22 | Yakima SkyLine Towers Yakima Landing Pad 22 — ships within 2–3 days |
2006 3 Series with fixed points
| Brand | System | Fit kit | Max load (lb) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhino-Rack | Sportz 2500 Black 2 Bar FMP Roof Rack — RLKVA (2500 Leg (x4)) | DK292 (complete: JC-05595) | 165 | Ask us — we can source it |
| Rhino-Rack | Sportz 2500 Silver 2 Bar FMP Roof Rack — RLKVA (2500 Leg (x4)) | DK292 (complete: JC-06845) | 165 | Ask us — we can source it |
| Rhino-Rack | Vortex 2500 Black 2 Bar FMP Roof Rack — RLKVA (2500 Leg (x4)) | DK292 (complete: JA1915) | 165 | Ask us — we can source it |
| Thule | Thule Edge Fixpoint | Kit 187002 | 165 | Thule Kit 187002 — ships within 2–3 days |
| Thule | Thule Evo Fixpoint | Kit 187002 | 165 | Thule Kit 187002 — ships within 2–3 days Thule Evo Fixpoint Replacement Foot Thule WingBar Evo 118 Thule Fixpoint Evo foot for vehicles 4 |
| Thule | Thule Rapid Podium | Kit 183065 | Thule 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
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Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail Leg Kit (4 legs)
$299.99 Add to cart -

Replacement Single Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail Foot – 1 Foot
$69.00 Add to cart -

Yakima TimberLine Towers – For Raised Side Rails (Set of 4) – Part # 8000185
$275.00 Add to cart -

Yakima TimberLine Towers – For Raised Side Rails (Set of 2)
$155.00 Add to cart -

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 – Part # 710601
$264.95 Add to cart -

Replacement Thule Evo Flush Rail Single Tower – Part # 1500054244
$71.00 Add to cart -

Yakima SkyLine Towers – (Set of 4) – Part # 8000163
$275.00 Add to cart -

Yakima SkyLine Towers (Set of Two) – Part # 8000184
$155.00 Add to cart -

Thule Fixpoint Evo foot for vehicles 4-pack black – Part # 710701
$264.95 Add to cart -

Thule Evo Fixpoint Replacement Foot – Single Foot (1)
$59.00 Add to cart -
Sale!

Thule Rapid Podium Foot Pack (Set of 4) (460R)
Original price was: $269.95.$129.00Current price is: $129.00. Add to cart -

Replacement Foot (1) for Thule Rapid Podium Foot Pack (460R)
$49.00 Add to cart -
Pacific Rack Original

Set of 4 – Thule Rapid Podium (460/460R) Covers with PRO Locks & Keys – New
$49.00 Add to cart -
Pacific Rack Original

Pacific Rack PRO Aero 52″ Load Bar Kit with Yakima TimberLine Towers
$349.00 Read more -
Sale!

Thule Replacement Cover with Plastic Lock Plug for Rapid Podium Feet
Original price was: $29.90.$19.99Current price is: $19.99. Read more
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.
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Pacific Rack Original

Pacific Rack Ski and Pole Straps – Set of 2 or 4 – Black or Blue
Price range: $6.00 through $10.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Pacific Rack Original

Pacific Rack 2-Pack 15′ Cam Buckle Tie-down Straps w Carry Bag
$12.98 Add to cart -
Pacific Rack Original

Pac-Rack’s Bag O’ Bungees – 6x 24″ and 6x 35″ Heavy Duty Utility Gear Bungees
$11.83 Add to cart -
Pacific Rack Original
Sale!

Pacific Rack Bow & Stern Tie-Down Kit – 2 Ratchet Lines + 2 Hood Loops – Kayak, Canoe & SUP
Original price was: $29.95.$19.90Current price is: $19.90. Add to cart
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
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Kuat Trio Rooftop Bike Rack – Grey/Orange & Black/Silver
$249.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -

Yakima FrontLoader – Rooftop Bike Mount – Part # 8002103
$275.00 Add to cart -

Thule FastRide roof bike rack fork mount black – Part # 564005
$299.95 Read more -

Thule ProRide XT roof bike rack frame mount black – Part # 598004
$349.95 Read more
Hitch bike racks
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RockyMounts MonoRail Solo – Single Tray Hitch Bike Rack 1.25″/2″
$419.99 Add to cart -

Thule Apex XT 2-bike hanging hitch bike rack black – Part # 9024XT
$449.95 Read more -

Thule ReVert 4-bike – Part # 9024500
$1,099.95 Read more -

Thule Apex XT 4-bike hanging hitch bike rack black – Part # 9025XT
$499.95 Read more
Buy used
Looking for a deal? Check Rack Trader for used racks and parts that fit the 3 Series.
Other 3 Series years
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.







