Roof Weight Capacity of a 2012 Subaru Impreza

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It looks like the Subaru Impreza with the built in rails can only carry 150 lbs. I’d like to carry more that for long camping trips. Is there a way to fortify or upgrade those rails at all to carry more? I see that the Yakima set up can carry 250 lbs which sounds about right for what I would like to carry. Do you have any advice?

asked by: Hilary

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According to the owner's manual for your 2012 Subaru Impreza, the roof rack weight capacity is 150 lbs. Unfortunately, you cannot exceed this weight capacity as it takes into consideration both the vehicle and rack. Therefore, even with an aftermarket roof rack installed you will still be limited to 150 lbs. This is also a rather high rating as most vehicles have a 100 lb weight capacity and most aftermarket roof racks only go to 165 lbs.

If you need to carry more cargo and do not have any more room inside the vehicle you will want to consider using a trailer hitch and hitch mounted cargo carrier. I recommend using the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver part # DT24959 if you have a hatchback or part # 24960 if you have a sedan. Then for a cargo carrier I recommend the 17x46 Curt Cargo Carrier part # C18145.

I have attached a review video of the cargo carrier for you as well.

expert reply by: Conner L

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I may have another option for you, but the EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" #306-X7261 you were looking at will only fit the 2008-2011 Subaru Impreza 5-door Wagon with the Quad Exhaust and will not work on your Impreza…

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Answer 2

If your 2013 Subaru Impreza has a single exhaust that has a knock out panel located in the fascia under the rear bumper, the EcoHitch #306-X7211 will fit your vehicle. As you can see in the provided photos, the receiver tube will actually sit behind…

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Answer 3

There are both Class I and Class III trailer hitches available that are confirmed to fit your 2010 Honda CR-V. The available Class I hitches, such as the Draw-Tite Sport Frame #24792, feature a square tube design, while the Class III hitches like the…

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Answer 4

As long as your 2011 Subaru WRX hatchback isn't a STI model we have the EcoHitch part #306-X7261 that fits with the quad exhaust which is a hidden hitch with a 2 inch opening or we have the Curt part #C11120 which is a 1-1/4 inch hitch.

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Answer 5

You will need to look at the face of the lock on your RocketBox. There will be a number like A149. With that number I can tell you the correct replacement key. The control key, #Y8007835, is used to install or remove locks and will only work to do…

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Answer 6

Yes, there is a hitch for your 2023 Subaru Impreza 5-Door Wagon. It is the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C11465. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Impreza with included hardware. This is a class I hitch with a 1-1/4" receiver. It has a 2,000…

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Answer 7

I have a better option for you but you are correct the Draw-Tite item #76209 will have the same clearance problems as the Curt item #C11465 hitch. Instead, I recommend the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch item #306-X7350. This hitch is also confirmed to…

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Roof Weight Capacity of a 2012 Subaru Impreza

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