Best Bike Racks for Different Car Types and Number of Bikes

Last updated by Erica Cowell on Mar 2, 2020

As there are many different cars out there, so are the types of bike racks. There is a bike rack out there for your unique individual need – whether you are looking for a 2-bike rack for your truck or 4-bike rack for your hatchback. In this article, we take a look at the most common types of bike racks for different vehicles.

10 Best Hitch Mount Car Bike Rack

#	Product
1	Allen Sports Deluxe Locking ( Hitch, Model 542QR,Black)	View Deal
2	Tyger Auto TGRK4B102B Deluxe ( Lock & Cable Lock \| Soft Cushion Protector)	View Deal
3	Swagman XC2 Hitch Mount ( Mount Bike Rack)	View Deal
4	MaxxHaul 70210 4Bike Deluxe ( Hitch Mount Rack)	View Deal
5	Retrospec Lenox Car Hitch ( Receiver; 2 Bicycle Carrier)	View Deal
6	BV 2Bike Bicycle Hitch ( Tilting Design (2-Bike Carrier))	View Deal
7	Capstone Hitch Mount 2 ( Bike Carrier)	View Deal
8	IKURAM 2 Bike Rack ( SUV's And Minivans With A 2" Hitch Receiver)	View Deal
9	Allen Sports Deluxe Locking ( & 1 4 In. Hitch, Model 522QR)	View Deal
10	Retrospec Lenox Car Hitch ( Receiver; 2 Bicycle Carrier)	View Deal

10 Best Trunk Mount Car Bike Rack

#	Product
1	Allen Sports Deluxe 2Bike ( Rack, Model 102DN-R)	View Deal
2	Allen Sports Deluxe 2Bike ( Rack, Model 102DB)	View Deal
3	Dependable Direct 3Bike Trunk ( Minivans, And SUV's - Not Compatible With Rear Spoilers)	View Deal
4	Allen Sports Premier 4Bike ( Rack, Model S104)	View Deal
5	Tyger Auto TGRK2B202B Deluxe ( Sedans/Hatchbacks/Minivans And SUVs.))	View Deal
6	Leadpro 23 Bike ( Sedans/Hatchbacks/Minivans And SUVs)	View Deal
7	Allen Sports Ultra Compact ( Mount Rack, Model MT1-B)	View Deal
8	Saris Solo Bike Car ( Car Rack)	View Deal
9	Venzo 2 Bike Bicycle ( Mount Size 2" - Sturdy & Rust Proof)	View Deal
10	Thule 910XT Passage 2 ( Mount Carrier,Black)	View Deal

10 Best Carbon Fiber Bike Rack

#	Product
1	PERGEAR Black Carbon Fiber ( Cage For Cycling - Pack Of 2)	View Deal
2	ThinkTop 2 Pack UltraLight ( Brackets For Road Bike MTB Cycling)	View Deal
3	IRON JIAS Water Bottle ( Path Water Bottle Holder Cycling Parts)	View Deal
4	Delaman Bicycle Kickstand Carbon ( Quick Release Stand Rack)	View Deal
5	Wiel 100 Full Carbon ( Cage Holder (2Pcs All Black))	View Deal
6	Wiel Full Carbon Fiber ( Bottle Cage Holder)	View Deal
7	Bike Water Bottle Holder ( And Easy To Mount, Great For Road And Mountain Bikes)	View Deal
8	Anjoy Ultra Light Full ( Holder For Road Bike MTB)	View Deal
9	PERGEAR Emgreat Lightweight Carbon ( Water Bottle Cage- Pack Of 2)	View Deal
10	YAKIMA FrontLoader WheelOn ( Racks, 1 Bike Capacity)	View Deal

10 Best 2-Bike Car Rack

#	Product
1	Allen Sports Deluxe 2Bike ( Rack, Model 102DN-R)	View Deal
2	Allen Sports Deluxe 2Bike ( Rack, Model 102DB)	View Deal
3	Allen Sports Deluxe Locking ( Hitch, Model 542QR,Black)	View Deal
4	Retrospec Lenox Car Hitch ( Receiver; 2 Bicycle Carrier)	View Deal
5	Swagman XC2 Hitch Mount ( Mount Bike Rack)	View Deal
6	Retrospec Lenox Car Hitch ( Receiver; 2 Bicycle Carrier)	View Deal
7	BV 2Bike Bicycle Hitch ( Tilting Design (2-Bike Carrier))	View Deal
8	Venzo 2 Bike Bicycle ( Mount Size 2" - Sturdy & Rust Proof)	View Deal
9	IKURAM 2 Bike Rack ( SUV's And Minivans With A 2" Hitch Receiver)	View Deal
10	Allen Sports Deluxe 2Bike ( Carrier, Model 322DN)	View Deal

10 Best 3-Bike Car Rack

#	Product
1	Allen Sports Deluxe Trunk ( Carrier, Model 103DN-R)	View Deal
2	Allen Sports Deluxe 3Bike ( Rack, Model 103DB)	View Deal
3	Allen Sports Deluxe Locking ( Hitch, Model 542QR,Black)	View Deal
4	Premier Locking Quick Release ( 1/4 In. Hitch, Model QR535)	View Deal
5	IKURAM 3 Bike Rack ( SUV's And Minivans With A 2" Hitch Receiver)	View Deal
6	Allen Sports Premier 3Bike ( Rack, Model S103)	View Deal
7	Dependable Direct 3Bike Trunk ( Minivans, And SUV's - Not Compatible With Rear Spoilers)	View Deal
8	Saris Bones EX Trunk ( Mount 3 Bikes, Black)	View Deal
9	Tyger Auto TGRK3B101S 3Bike ( Fits Both 1.25" And 2" Hitch Receiver)	View Deal
10	Allen Sports Deluxe Trunk ( Carrier (Renewed))	View Deal

10 Best 4-Bike Car Rack

#	Product
1	Allen Sports Deluxe Locking ( Hitch, Model 542QR,Black)	View Deal
2	Allen Sports Deluxe 4Bike ( Rack, Model 104DB-R)	View Deal
3	MaxxHaul 70210 4Bike Deluxe ( Hitch Mount Rack)	View Deal
4	Tyger Auto TGRK4B102B Deluxe ( Lock & Cable Lock \| Soft Cushion Protector)	View Deal
5	BV 4Bike Bicycle Hitch ( Tilting Design (4-Bike Carrier))	View Deal
6	Allen Sports Premier 4Bike ( Rack, Model S104)	View Deal
7	Retrospec Lenox Car Hitch ( Receiver; 4 Bicycle Carrier)	View Deal
8	Venzo 4 Bike Bicycle ( Mount Size 2" - Sturdy & Rust Proof)	View Deal
9	IKURAM 4 Bike Rack ( SUV's And Minivans With A 2" Hitch Receiver)	View Deal
10	Pro Bike Cover For ( From All Weather Conditions For Mountain & Road Bikes)	View Deal

5 Best 5-Bike Car Rack

#	Product
1	Allen Sports Deluxe 5Bike ( Rack, Model 552RR-R)	View Deal
2	Venzo 5 Bicycle Bike ( Hatchback With 2" Hitch Holder)	View Deal
3	Allen Sports Deluxe Locking ( Hitch, Model 542QR,Black)	View Deal
4	Allen Sports Deluxe 2Bike ( Rack, Model 102DN-R)	View Deal
5	Retrospec Lenox Car Hitch ( Receiver; 5 Bicycle Carrier)	View Deal

10 Best Bike Rack for SUV

#	Product
1	Allen Sports Deluxe 2Bike ( Rack, Model 102DN-R)	View Deal
2	Allen Sports Premier 2Bike ( Rack, Model S102)	View Deal
3	Allen Sports Ultra Compact ( Mount Rack, Model MT1-B)	View Deal
4	Allen Sports Deluxe 4Bike ( Rack, Model 542RR-R)	View Deal
5	IKURAM 4 Bike Rack ( SUV's And Minivans With A 2" Hitch Receiver)	View Deal
6	BV 2Bike Bicycle Hitch ( Tilting Design (2-Bike Carrier))	View Deal
7	MaxxHaul 70210 4Bike Deluxe ( Hitch Mount Rack)	View Deal
8	Swagman XC2 Hitch Mount ( Mount Bike Rack)	View Deal
9	Dependable Direct 3Bike Trunk ( Minivans, And SUV's - Not Compatible With Rear Spoilers)	View Deal
10	Tyger Auto TGRK3B203S Deluxe ( Sedans/Hatchbacks/Minivans And SUVs.))	View Deal

10 Best Bike Rack for Truck

#	Product
1	Heininger Automotive 2025 Advantage ( SportsRack BedRack)	View Deal
2	MaxxHaul 70210 4Bike Deluxe ( Hitch Mount Rack)	View Deal
3	Demon Tailgate Pad For ( Straps (Large (62" Wide) For Full Size Pickups))	View Deal
4	Apex TBBC4 4Bike Pickup ( Bed Bicycle Rack)	View Deal
5	Swagman PICKUP Bike Rack ( Bike Rack)	View Deal
6	Thule InstaGater Truck Bed ( Black, One Size)	View Deal
7	Top Line UG25002 UniGrip ( Rack For 2 Bike Carrier)	View Deal
8	INNO RT201 Truck Bed ( Standard Pickup Truck)	View Deal
9	MBP Alloy Quick Release ( (9x100mm) Truck Bed/Storage)	View Deal
10	YAKIMA Gatekeeper Tailgate ( Carries Up To 5 Bikes)	View Deal

10 Best Bike Rack for Car

#	Product
1	Allen Sports Deluxe 2Bike ( Rack, Model 102DN-R)	View Deal
2	Allen Sports Deluxe Locking ( Hitch, Model 542QR,Black)	View Deal
3	Allen Sports Deluxe 2Bike ( Rack, Model 102DB)	View Deal
4	Dependable Direct 3Bike Trunk ( Minivans, And SUV's - Not Compatible With Rear Spoilers)	View Deal
5	BV 2Bike Bicycle Hitch ( Tilting Design (2-Bike Carrier))	View Deal
6	IKURAM 2 Bike Rack ( SUV's And Minivans With A 2" Hitch Receiver)	View Deal
7	Allen Sports Premier 2Bike ( Rack, Model S102)	View Deal
8	Saris Bones Trunk Bike ( Mount 3 Bikes, Black)	View Deal
9	Allen Sports Tension Bar ( Adaptor, Model 900B)	View Deal
10	Venzo 2 Bike Bicycle ( Mount Size 2" - Sturdy & Rust Proof)	View Deal

10 Best Bike Rack for Truck Bed

#	Product
1	Heininger Automotive 2025 Advantage ( SportsRack BedRack)	View Deal
2	Apex TBBC4 4Bike Pickup ( Bed Bicycle Rack)	View Deal
3	Swagman PICKUP Bike Rack ( Bike Rack)	View Deal
4	INNO RT201 Truck Bed ( Standard Pickup Truck)	View Deal
5	Top Line UG25002 UniGrip ( Rack For 2 Bike Carrier)	View Deal
6	Demon Tailgate Pad For ( Straps (Large (62" Wide) For Full Size Pickups))	View Deal
7	Thule InstaGater Truck Bed ( Black, One Size)	View Deal
8	YAKIMA Gatekeeper Tailgate ( Beds, Carries Up To 6 Bikes)	View Deal
9	MBP Alloy Quick Release ( (9x100mm) Truck Bed/Storage)	View Deal
10	Dakine PickUp Pad Black ( Pad Black, L)	View Deal

10 Best Bike Rack for Jeep Wrangler

#	Product
1	Premier Locking Quick Release ( With Spare Tire, Model 400QR)	View Deal
2	Allen Sports Deluxe 2Bike ( Carrier, Model 322DN)	View Deal
3	FIERYRED 2Bike Spare Tire ( Bolt-On Spare Tire Rack, 1 Year Warranty)	View Deal
4	Hollywood Racks SR1 Spare ( Spare Tire Mount Rack)	View Deal
5	Allen Sports Premier 2Bike ( Tire Rack, S302)	View Deal
6	Mopar TSPRO963 Jeep Wrangler ( Tire Bicycle Carrier)	View Deal
7	Thule 963PRO Spare Me ( One Color, One Size)	View Deal
8	Hollywood Racks BoltOn Spare ( Spare Tire Rack)	View Deal
9	HARKEN Jeep Hardtop Garage ( Single-Person, Hanger, Pulley, Wrangler, Rubicon)	View Deal
10	YAKIMA SpareRide Bike ( Tires, 2 Bike Capacity)	View Deal

10 Best Car Bike Rack for Fat Bikes

#	Product
1	Capstone Hitch Mount 2 ( Bike Carrier)	View Deal
2	Hollywood Racks Fat Tire ( Tire/Up To Wide Tires)	View Deal
3	Overdrive Sport 2Bike Hitch ( Smart Tilting, Platform Tray Style, Anti-Wobble)	View Deal
4	Steadyrack Fat Rack ( Storage Solution)	View Deal
5	Ibera Bike Rack ( Loads, Height Adjustable For 26"-29" Frames)	View Deal
6	BUZZ RACK Approach 2Bike ( With Additional Purchase Of The Kit)	View Deal
7	ECOTRIC Rear Rack For ( Folding Electric Bike)	View Deal
8	Steadyrack Classic Rack ( Bike Storage Solution)	View Deal
9	Hollywood Racks Fat Tire ( Wheel Holder Set)	View Deal
10	RockyMounts MonoRail Solo 1Bike ( Platform Hitch Bicycle Rack)	View Deal

10 Best Bike Rack for Cars with Spoiler

#	Product
1	Allen Sports Deluxe 2Bike ( Rack, Model 102DN-R)	View Deal
2	Allen Sports Deluxe Locking ( Hitch, Model 542QR,Black)	View Deal
3	Outdoorsy Supplies Car Scratch ( Bike Rack (Pack Of 8) (8))	View Deal
4	Allen Sports Deluxe 2Bike ( Rack, Model 102DB)	View Deal
5	Saris Solo Bike Car ( Car Rack)	View Deal
6	Saris Bones EX Trunk ( Mount 3 Bikes, Black)	View Deal
7	Allen Sports Deluxe 2Bike ( Mount Rack (Renewed))	View Deal
8	Overdrive Sport 2Bike Hitch ( Smart Tilting, Platform Tray Style, Anti-Wobble)	View Deal
9	Allen Sports Premier 2Bike ( Rack, Model S102)	View Deal
10	Hollywood Racks 3Bike ( Rack For Cars With Spoilers)	View Deal

10 Best Vertical Car Bike Rack

#	Product
1	Steadyrack Fat Rack ( Storage Solution)	View Deal
2	Steadyrack Classic Rack ( Bike Storage Solution)	View Deal
3	Swagman XC2 Hitch Mount ( Mount Bike Rack)	View Deal
4	IMT Bike Rack For ( Aluminium Alloy Roof Rack, 100mm)	View Deal
5	YAKIMA Hangover 6 ( Suspension Fork Bikes)	View Deal
6	BV 2Bike Bicycle Hitch ( Tilting Design (2-Bike Carrier))	View Deal
7	Swagman XTC2 Hitch Mount ( Mount Bike Rack)	View Deal
8	Repacked BIKEHAND Bicycle Floor ( Outdoor Nook Garage Storage Pack Of 2)	View Deal
9	Hollywood Racks HR1400 Sport ( Mount Rack (2-Inch Receiver))	View Deal
10	Dinsam Top Vertical Bike ( Bikes & Frees 4 Feet Of Floor Space)	View Deal

10 Best Thule Car Bike Rack

#	Product
1	Thule Gateway 2Bike Carrier ( Color, One Size)	View Deal
2	Thule T2 Pro XT ( Black, Model:9034XTB)	View Deal
3	Thule 910XT Passage 2 ( Mount Carrier,Black)	View Deal
4	Thule T2 Classic 2 ( Bike (2" Rec.))	View Deal
5	Saris Bones Trunk Bike ( Mount 3 Bikes, Black)	View Deal
6	Thule EasyFold XT 2 ( Rack, Model:903202)	View Deal
7	Thule Camber 4 Hitch ( Bike Rack)	View Deal
8	Thule 9042 Helium Aero ( Hitch Carrier)	View Deal
9	Thule Range 4 Bike ( RVs/Travel Trailers)	View Deal
10	Thule Raceway Pro 2Bike ( 2-Bike Strap Rack)	View Deal

10 Best Allen Car Bike Rack

#	Product
1	Allen Sports Deluxe 2Bike ( Rack, Model 102DN-R)	View Deal
2	Allen Sports Deluxe Locking ( Hitch, Model 542QR,Black)	View Deal
3	Allen Sports Deluxe 2Bike ( Rack, Model 102DB)	View Deal
4	Allen Sports Deluxe Locking ( & 1 4 In. Hitch, Model 522QR)	View Deal
5	Allen Sports Deluxe 2Bike ( Carrier, Model 322DN)	View Deal
6	Allen Sports Premier 2Bike ( Tire Rack, S302)	View Deal
7	Allen Sports Deluxe 2Bike ( Mount Rack (Renewed))	View Deal
8	Premier Locking Quick Release ( 1/4 In. Hitch, Model QR535)	View Deal
9	Allen Sports Ultra Compact ( Mount Rack, Model MT2-B)	View Deal
10	Allen Sports Premier 2Bike ( Rack, Model S102)	View Deal

10 Best Hollywood Car Bike Rack

#	Product
1	Allen Sports Deluxe 2Bike ( Rack, Model 102DN-R)	View Deal
2	Hollywood Racks Fat Tire ( Tire/Up To Wide Tires)	View Deal
3	Hollywood Racks 2Bike ( - Fits 1.25 And 2-Inch Receivers)	View Deal
4	Overdrive Sport 2Bike Hitch ( Smart Tilting, Platform Tray Style, Anti-Wobble)	View Deal
5	Swagman XC2 Hitch Mount ( Mount Bike Rack)	View Deal
6	Hollywood Racks Express 2 ( Trunk Rack (Black))	View Deal
7	Hollywood Racks B2 Baja ( Trunk Mount Rack)	View Deal
8	Hollywood Racks HR1400 Sport ( Mount Rack (2-Inch Receiver))	View Deal
9	Hollywood Racks 3Bike ( Rack For Cars With Spoilers)	View Deal
10	Hollywood Racks F1B The ( Trunk Mount Rack)	View Deal

5 Best Car Bike Rack Under $100

#	Product
1	Allen Sports Deluxe 2Bike ( Rack, Model 102DN-R)	View Deal
2	Allen Sports Deluxe 2Bike ( Rack, Model 102DB)	View Deal
3	Allen Sports Premier 2Bike ( Rack, Model S102)	View Deal
4	Swagman UPRIGHT Roof Mount ( Mount Bike Rack)	View Deal
5	IKURAM 2 Bike Rack ( SUV's And Minivans With A 2" Hitch Receiver)	View Deal

5 Best Car Bike Rack Under $200

#	Product
1	Allen Sports Deluxe 2Bike ( Rack, Model 102DN-R)	View Deal
2	Allen Sports Deluxe Locking ( Hitch, Model 542QR,Black)	View Deal
3	Allen Sports Deluxe 2Bike ( Rack, Model 102DB)	View Deal
4	Allen Sports Premier 2Bike ( Rack, Model S102)	View Deal
5	Swagman UPRIGHT Roof Mount ( Mount Bike Rack)	View Deal

5 Best Car Bike Rack Under $500

#	Product
1	Allen Sports Deluxe 2Bike ( Rack, Model 102DN-R)	View Deal
2	Allen Sports Deluxe Locking ( Hitch, Model 542QR,Black)	View Deal
3	Allen Sports Deluxe 2Bike ( Rack, Model 102DB)	View Deal
4	Allen Sports Premier 2Bike ( Rack, Model S102)	View Deal
5	Swagman UPRIGHT Roof Mount ( Mount Bike Rack)	View Deal

Erica Cowell

Whenever she finds time away from surfing (waves, that is!), Erica loves to write. Self proclaimed geek (and a nerd), you can find her trying out new kitchen gizoms. Chief kitchen editor at WhatRocksAndWhatSucks.com, right now Erica is based out of small but beautiful & sunny Southern California beach town where she grew up surfing. Reach her at erica@wraws.com.