The verdict
The Outway is the trunk-mount pick — Thule's affordable rack for vehicles without a hitch.
Strengths
- +Adaptable to wider frame geometries
- +No hitch required (trunk mount)
- +Adjustable support arms
- +Affordable trunk-mount option
Watch-outs
- −Trunk-mount less secure than hitch
- −Bikes can swing in transit
- −Limited bike capacity
How it compares
Trunk-mount. No hitch needed. Less secure than hitch.
Who this is for
At a glance: users without hitch receivers.
Why you’d buy the Thule Outway Hanging Trunk
- Adaptable to wider frame geometries.
- No hitch required (trunk mount).
- Adjustable support arms.
Why you’d skip it
- Trunk-mount less secure than hitch.
- Bikes can swing in transit.
- Limited bike capacity.
Rating sources
Our 4.6 score is the average of these published ratings. More about methodology.
