We really like the design of the thule force xt.
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Also the option to open both sides of the box is revolutionary.
Installing the thule motion xt l cargo box was a breeze.
It s sturdy well built and secure.
The overall shape is aerodynamic which helps with fuel economy.
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It has a sturdy construction sleek matte black finish and simple mounting system but lost some points for not having a handle and being slightly finicky to lock.
Compared to some of the other boxes in this review the big handle of the motion xt makes getting inside a breeze.
This is a total of 212 lbs which far exceeds the 150 lb roof rack limit specified by subaru.
The thule force xt sport is a good choice as an occasional roof box so for instance if you re likely to only need it a few times a year for holidays or trips away.
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Aesthetically the cargo carrier looks pretty sleek on almost any vehicle.
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As someone who has owned multiple options of roof racks with multiple vehicles i have to say this thule roof box is amazing.
Thule force xt versatile roof mounted cargo box for everyday use.
Although it wasn t a leader in any of our rating metrics the thule force xt xl is a great cargo box that offers above average performance.
The cargo box is 47 lb and has a 165 lb load capacity.
Thule force xt sport thule force xt l thule force xt xl thule force xt xxl volume 11 cu ft 16 cu ft 18 cu ft 22 cu ft external dimensions 74 75 x 24 75 x 16 75 in 74 75 x 33 x 18 in 82 75 x 33 75 x 17 25 in 90 5 x 35 5 x 18 5 in load capacity 165 lb 165 lb 165 lb 165 lb product weight 32 lb 41 lb 47 lb 52 lb load capacity skis pairs 3 5 5 7.
However if you need cargo space the force xt xl has it.
We tested some handleless designs and found them to be useable but it was hard to go back once we laid our hands on this box s big gray handle we couldn t go back.
Takes no tools to assemble fast and easy set up.
Since we opted to test and review the xl version it is a little bulkier tall than the smaller options.
Plus the 300 litre of space is very useable despite the powerclick adjusters intruding somewhat.
Two full size suitcases and two carryons which fit nicely into the cargo box can easily be 150 lb on their own.
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A simple adjustment to move the bars forward so we had some better clearance on our open hatch and then we were able to install the powerclick quick mount system.
