Bike Rack for Discovery Sport

[westernterra]

I picked up my Discovery Sport (HSE SD4 Corris Grey, almond interior, 20 inch wheels, panoramic roof) on the weekend and so far have been impressed.

I don't have a tow bar and am looking for a bike rack - one of the ones that 'clip' on to the back of the vehicle - none of the ones I have found yet state they are compatible with the discovery sport (too new??) - does anyone know if there is anything available?

[Marmoset]

If you've not found one yet take a look at a Saris Bones rack - they fit virtually everything.

[westernterra]

Thanks - they look promising but don't list the discovery sport in the 'fit list' - the main issue is the size of the plastic 'spoiler' on the back and the fact it is completely integrated into the rear hatch leaving no metal lip for a rack to hook on to. Will keep looking!

[LRD414]

If you don't have any luck, perhaps have a look into roof rack mounting options for carrying bikes.
Have a look at this thread from a UK forum. There's quite a lot of discussion about options, particularly Thule.
Discovery Sport Forums - Roof rails vs roof rack (http://www.discosportforums.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=721)

Regards,
Scott

[Mamil]

Here's my solution - dealer fitted tow bar and a Thule VeloCompact 924 bike rack. Not a cheap option to be sure, but I plan on using the tow bar for other things...

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/07/207.jpg

One of the nice features of this setup is that the rack can tilt with the bikes on it to allow the rear tailgate to open, so I can keep all my muddy & sweaty gear in the back and still have easy access to it.

[Mamil]

And here's a picture of the rack in the tilted position giving access to the boot...

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/08/1039.jpg

[3toes]

Vauxhall has had an option for a bike rack built into the rear bumper which sld out when you ant to use it, with the lifestyle orientation of the Discovery Sport m surprised this was not built in a n option by Land-River