Every roof rack system that fits the 2016 Volkswagen Golf, from Rhino-Rack, Thule and Yakima, plus older racks that still fit. This Golf 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: 19 across 3 brands
- Crossbar lengths: 30" to 53" depending on system
- Max rack load: up to 220 lb (always stay under your vehicle's roof limit)
- Legacy fits: 2 current kits replace older kit numbers
2016 Golf 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: JA7975) | 176 | Ask us |
| Thule | Thule Edge Raised Rail | None (universal) | 165 | Thule Raised Rail Edge (out of stock) Set of 4 Thule AeroBlade Edge Raised… (out of stock) Strap 4 pcs (out of stock) |
| Thule | Thule Evo Raised Rail | None (universal) | 220 | Thule Evo Raised Rail Footpack Torque Key 4Nm Thule WingBar Evo 118 (out of stock) |
| Thule | Thule oversize rail foot | None (universal) | 165 | Thule WingBar Evo 118 (out of stock) |
| Yakima | Yakima TimberLine | None (universal) | Yakima TimberLine Towers Pacific Rack PRO Aero 52″ Load Bar… | |
| Yakima | Yakima TimberLine FX | None (universal) | Ask us |
2016 Golf with bare roof
| Brand | System | Fit kit | Max load (lb) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhino-Rack | Sportz 2500 — RLKVA (2500 Leg (x4)) | DK390 (complete: JC-07075) | 165 | Ask us |
| Rhino-Rack | Sportz 2500 — RLKVA (2500 Leg (x4)) | DK390 (complete: JC-05825) | 165 | Ask us |
| Thule | Thule Edge Clamp | Kit 145010 | 132 | Thule Rapid Traverse foot for vehicles 4 (out of stock) |
| Thule | Thule Evo Clamp | Kit 145009 | 132 | Thule Covers w/Locks & Keys for EVO… Thule WingBar Evo 135 (out of stock) Thule SquareBar Evo 135 (out of stock) |
| Thule | Thule Evo Clamp | Kit 145010 | 132 | Thule Covers w/Locks & Keys for EVO… Thule WingBar Evo 135 (out of stock) Thule SquareBar Evo 135 (out of stock) |
| Yakima | Yakima BaseLine | Vehicle-specific clip (ask us) | Yakima BaseLine Towers | |
| Yakima | Yakima BaseLine FX | Vehicle-specific clip (ask us) | Ask us |
2016 Golf with factory crossbars
| Brand | System | Fit kit | Max load (lb) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thule | Thule Edge Raised Rail | None (universal) | 165 | Thule Raised Rail Edge (out of stock) Set of 4 Thule AeroBlade Edge Raised… (out of stock) Strap 4 pcs (out of stock) |
| Thule | Thule Evo Raised Rail | None (universal) | 220 | Thule Evo Raised Rail Footpack Torque Key 4Nm Thule WingBar Evo 118 (out of stock) |
| Thule | Thule oversize rail foot | None (universal) | 165 | Thule WingBar Evo 118 (out of stock) |
Already own a rack? Reuse it
Older kits that fit this Golf. If you already have one, you may only need bars or feet:
- Kit 1710 (older) is the same fit as current Kit 145010 for the bare roof Golf. Use it with Thule 480 Traverse or 480R Rapid Traverse feet.
- Kit 1323 (older) is the same fit as current Kit 145009 for the bare roof Golf. Use it with Thule 480 Traverse or 480R Rapid Traverse feet.
Parts that fit your 2016 Golf
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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 -

Thule Evo Raised Rail Footpack – Set of 4
$264.95 Add to cart -

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

Pacific Rack PRO Aero 52″ Load Bar Kit with Yakima TimberLine Towers
$349.00 Add to cart -

Thule Covers w/Locks & Keys for EVO Clamp Towers – set of 4
$69.98 Add to cart -

Thule Raised Rail Edge – foot for vehicles 4-pack black
$359.95 Read more -

Thule Evo Raised Rail Single (1) Replacement Foot
$69.90 Read more -

Yakima TimberLine Towers – For Raised Side Rails (Set of 4)
$275.00 Read more
Buy used
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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.









