Kia branded cross rails

[jagger1978]

Can anyone take some photos of the kia branded cross rails and the key operated lock mechanism, I am debating these or a Thule set of cross rails. Any feedback of pros vs cons would be great. Thanks!

 

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[PittPa]

Can anyone take some photos of the kia branded cross rails and the key operated lock mechanism, I am debating these or a Thule set of cross rails. Any feedback of pros vs cons would be great. Thanks!

Pros, they can be had on the secondary market for far less than retail. at least they were. Fit is perfect with the roof rails, very solid. Same finish of metal and plastic alone with KIA emblem on the side. The have a multitude of attachments either from KIA or Yakima that fit this rail exactly. I mounted mine and have left them on ever since because they produce little or no wind noise. Cons: Looks? to some. The plastic cover you see lifted away has been know to come off in certain situation. Mine have come loose, but never fully off. I think the slight curve and the ending at the rails looks like the are specific to the car. Mounts that are perfectly level and extend over the edges always look aftermarket. Again subjective. After market rails are at least the same price as KIA's and generally more. I would only consider KIA, Thule, or Yakima. Cheaper versions from Amazon would be a concern for me.

 

[jagger1978]

Thanks very much for the photos and input guys, I really appreciate it. I wondered how the key lock was accessible. I definitely prefer the all black look than some of the others out there, as well as not having the rails extend past the edges.

Are you still able to open the sunroof with these on?

Thanks again!