Every roof rack system that fits the 2018 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: 20 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
Pacific Rack kits for your 2018 Golf
Complete kits with our own crossbars, in stock and ready to ship. Match your roof type:
For raised rails
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Pacific Rack PRO Aero 52″ Load Bar Kit for Raised Rails
$149.00 Add to cart -
Sale!
Pacific Rack Universal Crossbars for Raised Side Rails – Heavy Duty & Easy to Use
Original price was: $139.00.$109.00Current price is: $109.00. Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Pacific Rack PRO Aero 52″ Load Bar Kit with Yakima TimberLine Towers
$349.00 Add to cart -
Pacific Rack PRO Aero 52″ Load Bar Kit with Thule Rapid Crossroad 450R Feet + Locks
$299.00 Add to cart
2018 Golf with raised rails
2018 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 — we can source it |
| Rhino-Rack | Sportz 2500 — RLKVA (2500 Leg (x4)) | DK390 (complete: JC-05825) | 165 | Ask us — we can source it |
| 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 WingBar Evo 135 Thule SquareBar Evo 135 Thule Covers w/Locks & Keys for EVO… |
| Thule | Thule Evo Clamp | Kit 145010 | 132 | Thule WingBar Evo 135 Thule SquareBar Evo 135 Thule Covers w/Locks & Keys for EVO… |
| Yakima | Yakima BaseLine FX | Front: BaseClip 123 (B84-4); Rear: BaseClip 125 (B36-5) | Yakima BaseClip 123 Yakima BaseClip 125 | |
| Yakima | Yakima BaseLine Towers | Front: BaseClip 123 (B84-4); Rear: BaseClip 125 (B36-5) | Yakima BaseClip 123 Yakima BaseClip 125 Yakima BaseLine Towers |
2018 Golf with factory crossbars
| Brand | System | Fit kit | Max load (lb) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thule | Thule Edge Raised Rail | None (universal) | 165 | Strap 4 pcs Thule Raised Rail Edge (out of stock) Set of 4 Thule AeroBlade Edge Raised… (out of stock) |
| Thule | Thule Evo Raised Rail | None (universal) | 220 | Thule Evo Raised Rail Footpack Thule WingBar Evo 118 Thule Evo Raised Rail Single |
| Thule | Thule oversize rail foot | None (universal) | 165 | Thule WingBar Evo 118 Thule Oversized Rail Foot Pack, Fits Vehicles… |
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 2018 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 -
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Strap 4 pcs – Thule Raised Rail Edge/WingBar Edge 958/AeroBlade 750 Part #1500052976
Original price was: $140.00.$89.00Current price is: $89.00. Add to cart -
Thule WingBar Evo 118 (47″) – Black (2-Pack)
$279.95 Add to cart -
Thule Evo Raised Rail Footpack – Set of 4
$264.95 Add to cart -
Thule WingBar Evo 118 (47″) – Silver (2-Pack)
$279.95 Add to cart -
Thule Evo Raised Rail Single (1) Replacement Foot
$69.90 Add to cart -
Torque Key 4Nm – Thule Raised Rail Evo/Flush Rail Evo/Flush Rail Edge/Fixpoint Evo/Fixpoint Edge
$34.42 Add to cart -
Thule Oversized Rail Foot Pack, Fits Vehicles with Large or Uniquely Shaped roof Rails
$299.95 Add to cart -
Yakima TimberLine Towers – For Raised Side Rails (Set of 4)
$275.00 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 SquareBar Evo 135 (53″) – Black (2-Pack)
$179.95 Add to cart -
Thule WingBar Evo 135 (53″) – Black (2-Pack)
$279.95 Add to cart -
Thule Covers w/Locks & Keys for EVO Clamp Towers – set of 4
$69.98 Add to cart -
Yakima BaseClip 123 (B84-4)
$75.00 Add to cart -
Yakima BaseClip 125 (B36-5)
$75.00 Add to cart -
Yakima BaseLine Towers – (Set of 4)
$275.00 Add to cart -
Yakima BaseLine Towers – (Set of 2)
$155.00 Add to cart -
Thule Raised Rail Edge – foot for vehicles 4-pack black
$359.95 Read more
Used & open-box gear for your 2018 Volkswagen Golf
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 2018 Volkswagen Golf
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.
Bike racks for your 2018 Volkswagen Golf
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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Kuat Trio Rooftop Bike Rack – Grey/Orange & Black/Silver
$249.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Yakima FrontLoader – Rooftop Bike Mount
$275.00 Add to cart
Hitch bike racks
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RockyMounts MonoRail Solo – Single Tray Hitch Bike Rack 1.25″/2″
$419.99 Add to cart -
Thule ReVert 6-Bike Vertical Hitch Rack – In Store Only
$1,199.95 Add to cart -
Yakima OnRamp LX E-Bike Rack 2″ Hitch – In Store Only
$999.00 Add to cart -
Thule Verse 2″ 2-Bike Hitch Platform Bike Rack- In Store Only
$999.95 Add to cart
Buy used
Looking for a deal? Check Rack Trader for used racks and parts that fit the Golf.
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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.