Crossbars for the first-generation Kia Sorento BL, produced from 2002 to 2009.
All offered sets are designed for raised rails, which this SUV features on the roof from the factory.
The Sorento BL uses raised rails that run along the roof. You can easily recognize them by the fact that they stand above the body surface and you can slide your fingers underneath them along their entire length without obstruction. The rack foot mounts directly around the rail profile.
Before choosing, check the actual condition of the rails on your car. Verify that they are firmly anchored to the roof and that the surface is free of heavy dirt. What exactly is included in the package of a given set and whether it requires separate tools can be found directly in the description of each product.
The first generation BL rolled off production lines until 2009, when the successor version Kia Sorento XM was introduced to the market. The exact production date of your vehicle is decisive, not the date of first registration in the vehicle documents.
If you have a car registered in 2009 or 2010, verify whether you still have the BL generation based on the body shape and designation. This will prevent you from choosing feet with a different clamping range.
The Sorento is a taller vehicle, which offers advantages in terrain, but requires a different approach when handling cargo. When securing bicycles or unloading skis, it is helpful to use the running boards or the open door space.
After mounting a roof box, keep the overall vehicle height in mind, especially before entering underground garages, parking structures, and car washes. The total roof load capacity includes the weight of the cargo, the transport box, and the crossbars themselves. The maximum roof load limit is stated by the manufacturer in the vehicle manual.
Choose a set according to your desired bar profile and planned accessories. Other versions of this model can be found in the Kia Sorento category and the full manufacturer offer under the Kia brand.
7 sets
