2009 BMW 3 Series Roof Rack Fits: New & Legacy

Every roof rack system that fits the 2009 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.

  • Roof types: Raised rails, Flush rails, Bare roof, Fixed points
  • Rack systems listed: 15 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

2009 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…

2009 3 Series with flush rails

BrandSystemFit kitMax load (lb)Shop
ThuleThule Edge Flush RailKit 186043165Ask us — we can source it
ThuleThule Evo Flush RailKit 186043165Thule WingBar Evo 118
Thule Flush Rail Evo foot for Flush…
Torque Key 4Nm

2009 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 22Ask us — we can source it
YakimaYakima SkyLine TowersLanding Pad 22Yakima SkyLine Towers

2009 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 187002165Ask us — we can source it
ThuleThule Evo FixpointKit 187002165Thule WingBar Evo 118
Thule Fixpoint Evo foot for vehicles 4
Thule Evo Fixpoint Replacement Foot

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 2009 3 Series

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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.