2018 Q5 Roof Bars Questions
06-20-2017, 10:37 AM
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Raises an interesting question--does anybody know if the previous gen bars fit the new one? I've never used the ones that came with my 2013 and because of that can't see buying new ones, but if the old ones fit (and I bet they don't for just this reason) I'll keep them.
06-20-2017, 11:52 AM
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Thule says you need 51-7/8" for this box to fit, but it's fine with 49".
06-25-2017, 07:31 PM
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06-26-2017, 05:25 PM
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06-27-2017, 06:40 PM
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Okay, took delivery of my Q5. I'm investigating roof bars.
Audi OEM MSRP $460 p/n 80A071151 Base Carrier Bars
Best price I've found is from Audi Parts | audionlineparts.com @ 22% off $360.64. This is Audi Meadowlands in NJ.
Much cheaper than Thule and Yakima, whom are not even offering a 2018 version yet.
Has anyone bought the OEM item? I would love to see photos of the bars on the car.
The rear location on the roof is lower than the front. Is the rear bar higher so the front and rear bars end up level?
Can anyone measure the dimension from the center of the front bar back to where it hits the fully opened rear hatch? Important dimension for fitting a cargo box. I know you can limit the upper range of the rear hatch, but I am 6' tall and don't want to smack my head on the hatch!
Many thanks!
Rich
Audi OEM MSRP $460 p/n 80A071151 Base Carrier Bars
Best price I've found is from Audi Parts | audionlineparts.com @ 22% off $360.64. This is Audi Meadowlands in NJ.
Much cheaper than Thule and Yakima, whom are not even offering a 2018 version yet.
Has anyone bought the OEM item? I would love to see photos of the bars on the car.
The rear location on the roof is lower than the front. Is the rear bar higher so the front and rear bars end up level?
Can anyone measure the dimension from the center of the front bar back to where it hits the fully opened rear hatch? Important dimension for fitting a cargo box. I know you can limit the upper range of the rear hatch, but I am 6' tall and don't want to smack my head on the hatch!
Many thanks!
Rich
Rich,
It's about 52" from the center of the front bar to the bar hatch...hope this info helps.
06-27-2017, 06:42 PM
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07-05-2017, 03:58 AM
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I picked up the OEM bars for my Q5 for racking my kayak - and for the most part they've been great.
There was a slight wind whistle once installed that I could hear when at highway speeds - not super annoying, but noticeable if the radio is quiet.
However, with my Thule Dockglide carriers up, the wind noise is much more pronounced. Anyone have recommendations on a wind diffuser that will fit on the OEM racks?
There was a slight wind whistle once installed that I could hear when at highway speeds - not super annoying, but noticeable if the radio is quiet.
However, with my Thule Dockglide carriers up, the wind noise is much more pronounced. Anyone have recommendations on a wind diffuser that will fit on the OEM racks?
07-07-2017, 05:01 PM
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Thanks for posting the pics. I see the bars have the rubber strip with the ribs that reduce wind noise. My original 2011 bars rubber strip were smooth and I changed with a Thule part number that was ribbed and much quieter.
08-24-2017, 09:24 AM
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So are most people opting for the OEM base carrier bars?
I've done some searching online and seems like the OEM bars are the only available option right now. For those that have them, are you happy with them so far? I've never purchased base bars before so don't know if I should go with OEM or wait to see what Thule or Yakima bring out...
Also, the OEM seems a bit pricey at $460 but it also seems like Thule/Yakima will be in the same price range.
Also, the OEM seems a bit pricey at $460 but it also seems like Thule/Yakima will be in the same price range.