2012 Toyota RAV4 Roof Rack Fits: New & Legacy

Every roof rack system that fits the 2012 Toyota RAV4, from Rhino-Rack, Thule and Yakima, plus older racks that still fit. This RAV4 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: 16 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)
  • Legacy fits: 1 current kit replaces older kit numbers

2012 RAV4 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
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 WingBar Evo 127
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…

2012 RAV4 with bare roof

BrandSystemFit kitMax load (lb)Shop
Rhino-RackHeavy Duty 2500 — RLKHD (2500 Leg (x4))DK043 (complete: JA0115)132Ask us — we can source it
Rhino-RackSportz 2500 — RLKVA (2500 Leg (x4))DK043 (complete: JC-07003)132Ask us — we can source it
Rhino-RackSportz 2500 — RLKVA (2500 Leg (x4))DK043 (complete: JC-05753)132Ask us — we can source it
ThuleThule Edge ClampKit 145058165Thule Rapid Traverse foot for vehicles 4 (out of stock)
ThuleThule Evo ClampKit 145058165Thule WingBar Evo 135
Thule SquareBar Evo 135
Thule Covers w/Locks & Keys for EVO…

2012 RAV4 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 Footpack
Thule WingBar Evo 135
Thule WingBar Evo 127
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 RAV4. If you already have one, you may only need bars or feet:

  • Kit 1730 (older) is the same fit as current Kit 145058 for the bare roof RAV4. Use it with Thule 480 Traverse or 480R Rapid Traverse feet.

Parts that fit your 2012 RAV4

Cargo boxes for your 2012 Toyota RAV4

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 2012 Toyota RAV4

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 RAV4.

Other RAV4 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.