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2004 BMW 5 Series Roof Rack Fits: New & Legacy

Every roof rack system that fits the 2004 BMW 5 Series, from Rhino-Rack, Thule and Yakima, plus older racks that still fit. This 5 Series comes with raised rails, bare roof, fixed points or factory crossbars 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 2004 BMW 5 SERIESTwo Pacific Rack PRO Aero load bars with four matching raised-rail towers — package illustration

Pacific Rack PRO Aero 52″ Load Bar Kit for Raised Rails

✔ Fits your 2004 BMW 5 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)
$149.00
Pacific Rack house brand
In Stock
Upgrade: with Yakima TimberLine towers · $349.00Budget pick: Universal Crossbars · $109.00
60-day returns · Free shipping $79+
Thule Evo Raised Rail 4-Pack Black – Part # 710405 (replaces 710401)Thule WingBar Evo 127 (50") - Silver (2-Pack) – Part # 711300
Prefer Thule? Complete Thule Evo Raised Rail setup
Thule Evo Raised Rail 4-Pack Black + Thule WingBar Evo 127
In Stock
$544.90
  • Roof types: Raised rails, Bare roof, Fixed points, Factory crossbars
  • Rack systems listed: 17 across 3 brands
  • Crossbar lengths: 33" to 53" depending on system
  • Max rack load: up to 220 lb (always stay under your vehicle's roof limit)

2004 5 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)176Ask us — we can source it
ThuleThule Edge Raised RailNone (universal)165Strap 4 pcs
Thule Raised Rail Edge (out of stock)
Set of 4 Thule AeroBlade Edge Raised… (out of stock)
ThuleThule Evo Raised RailNone (universal)220Thule Evo Raised Rail Single
Thule WingBar Evo 127
Thule WingBar Evo 118
ThuleThule oversize rail footNone (universal)165Thule WingBar Evo 135
Thule WingBar Evo 118
Thule SquareBar Evo 135
YakimaYakima TimberLine TowersNone (universal)Pacific Rack PRO Aero 52″ Load Bar…
Yakima TimberLine Towers

2004 5 Series with bare roof

BrandSystemFit kitMax load (lb)Shop
Rhino-RackHeavy Duty 2500 — RLKHD (2500 Leg (x4))DK046 (complete: JA0116)165Ask us — we can source it
Rhino-RackSportz 2500 — RLKVA (2500 Leg (x4))DK046 (complete: JC-07004)165Ask us — we can source it
Rhino-RackSportz 2500 — RLKVA (2500 Leg (x4))DK046 (complete: JC-05754)165Ask us — we can source it
YakimaYakima BaseLine FXFront: BaseClip 175 (B85-4); Rear: BaseClip 143 (B36-4)Yakima BaseClip 143
Yakima BaseClip 175
Yakima Front: BaseClip 175 ; Rear: BaseClip 143 — ships within 2–3 days
YakimaYakima BaseLine TowersFront: BaseClip 175 (B85-4); Rear: BaseClip 143 (B36-4)Yakima BaseClip 143
Yakima BaseClip 175
Yakima BaseLine Towers
Yakima Front: BaseClip 175 ; Rear: BaseClip 143 — ships within 2–3 days

2004 5 Series with fixed points

BrandSystemFit kitMax load (lb)Shop
ThuleThule Rapid PodiumKit 183065Thule Rapid Podium Foot Pack
Replacement Foot
Thule WingBar Evo 118
Thule Kit 183065 — currently unavailable from Thule

2004 5 Series with factory crossbars

BrandSystemFit kitMax load (lb)Shop
ThuleThule Edge Raised RailNone (universal)165Strap 4 pcs
Thule Raised Rail Edge (out of stock)
Set of 4 Thule AeroBlade Edge Raised… (out of stock)
ThuleThule Evo Raised RailNone (universal)220Thule Evo Raised Rail Single
Thule WingBar Evo 127
Thule WingBar Evo 118
ThuleThule oversize rail footNone (universal)165Thule WingBar Evo 135
Thule WingBar Evo 118
Thule SquareBar Evo 135

Parts that fit your 2004 5 Series

Used & open-box gear for your 2004 BMW 5 Series

From Rack Trader, our rack marketplace. Matched by vehicle, fit kit or rack system — confirm the details with the seller.

Yakima Baseline Towers – Towers Only 8000162Yakima Baseline Towers – Towers Only 8000162$189.00Used - good · Same rack system

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Cargo boxes for your 2004 BMW 5 Series

A cargo box mounts on the crossbars above. Check the box’s crossbar spread range and make sure your rear hatch opens clear of it. Boxes are oversized, so most are pickup at our Ashland store, where we’ll mount it for you.

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Bike racks for your 2004 BMW 5 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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Hitch bike racks

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Buy used

Looking for a deal? Check Rack Trader for used racks and parts that fit the 5 Series.

Other 5 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.