2011 Volkswagen Passat Roof Rack Fits: New & Legacy

Every roof rack system that fits the 2011 Volkswagen Passat, from Rhino-Rack, Thule and Yakima, plus older racks that still fit. This Passat comes with raised rails or bare roof depending on trim, so start by matching your roof below.

  • Roof types: Raised rails, Bare roof
  • Rack systems listed: 7 across 3 brands
  • Crossbar lengths: 37" 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

2011 Passat 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…

2011 Passat with bare roof

BrandSystemFit kitMax load (lb)Shop
ThuleThule Edge ClampKit 145185165Thule Rapid Traverse foot for vehicles 4 (out of stock)
ThuleThule Evo ClampKit 145185165Thule WingBar Evo 135
Thule SquareBar Evo 135
Thule Covers w/Locks & Keys for EVO…
YakimaYakima BaseLine FXFront: BaseClip 195 (B3-2); Rear: BaseClip 196 (B11-2)Yakima BaseClip 195
Yakima BaseClip 196
YakimaYakima BaseLine TowersFront: BaseClip 195 (B3-2); Rear: BaseClip 196 (B11-2)Yakima BaseClip 195
Yakima BaseClip 196
Yakima BaseLine Towers

Already own a rack? Reuse it

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

  • Kit 1775 (older) is the same fit as current Kit 145185 for the bare roof Passat. Use it with Thule 480 Traverse or 480R Rapid Traverse feet.

Parts that fit your 2011 Passat

Cargo boxes for your 2011 Volkswagen Passat

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 2011 Volkswagen Passat

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 Passat.

Other Passat 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.