2017 Ford Escape Roof Rack Fits: New & Legacy

Every roof rack system that fits the 2017 Ford Escape, from Rhino-Rack, Thule and Yakima, plus older racks that still fit. This Escape comes with raised rails, bare roof or factory crossbars depending on trim, so start by matching your roof below.

  • Roof types: Raised rails, Bare roof, Factory crossbars
  • Rack systems listed: 15 across 3 brands
  • Crossbar lengths: 33" to 54" 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

2017 Escape with raised rails

BrandSystemFit kitMax load (lb)Shop
Rhino-RackPioneer 6 Flatpack Platform (1500mm x 1240mm) with RX100 legs — RX100 (RX100 Leg (x4))None (complete: JC-02097)176Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail Leg Kit
Replacement Single Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail…
Rhino-RackSportz RX — RX100 (RX100 Leg (x4))None (complete: JC-07269)220Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail Leg Kit
Replacement Single Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail…
Rhino-RackSportz RX — RX100 (RX100 Leg (x4))None (complete: JC-06019)220Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail Leg Kit
Replacement Single Rhino Rack RX100 Raised Rail…
Rhino-RackVortex StealthBarNone (complete: JA7969)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 Footpack
Thule WingBar Evo 135
Thule SquareBar Evo 135
ThuleThule oversize rail footNone (universal)165Thule WingBar Evo 135
Thule SquareBar Evo 135
Thule Oversized Rail Foot Pack, Fits Vehicles…
YakimaYakima TimberLine TowersNone (universal)Yakima TimberLine Towers
Pacific Rack PRO Aero 52″ Load Bar…

2017 Escape with bare roof

BrandSystemFit kitMax load (lb)Shop
Rhino-RackHeavy Duty 2500 — RLKHD (2500 Leg (x4))DK375 (complete: JA3996)165Ask us — we can source it
ThuleThule Edge ClampKit 145192165Thule Rapid Traverse foot for vehicles 4 (out of stock)
ThuleThule Evo ClampKit 145192165Thule WingBar Evo 135
Thule SquareBar Evo 135
Thule Covers w/Locks & Keys for EVO…
YakimaYakima BaseLine FXFront: BaseClip 190 (B97-1); Rear: BaseClip 191 (B98-1)Yakima BaseClip 190
Yakima BaseClip 191
YakimaYakima BaseLine TowersFront: BaseClip 190 (B97-1); Rear: BaseClip 191 (B98-1)Yakima BaseClip 190
Yakima BaseClip 191
Yakima BaseLine Towers

2017 Escape with factory crossbars

BrandSystemFit kitMax load (lb)Shop
ThuleThule Evo Raised RailNone (universal)220Thule Evo Raised Rail Footpack
Thule WingBar Evo 135
Thule SquareBar Evo 135
ThuleThule oversize rail footNone (universal)165Thule WingBar Evo 135
Thule SquareBar Evo 135
Thule Oversized Rail Foot Pack, Fits Vehicles…

Already own a rack? Reuse it

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

  • Kit 1737 (older) is the same fit as current Kit 145192 for the bare roof Escape. Use it with Thule 480 Traverse or 480R Rapid Traverse feet.

Parts that fit your 2017 Escape

Used & open-box gear for your 2017 Ford Escape

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

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Cargo boxes for your 2017 Ford Escape

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 2017 Ford Escape

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 Escape.

Other Escape 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.