Finding Your Perfect Match
With dozens of roof boxes available, finding the right one can be overwhelming. Answer these questions to narrow down your perfect match.
Question 1: How Often Will You Use It?
- 1-3 times per year: Consider renting or budget options (£150-300)
- 4-8 times per year: Mid-range brands offer best value (£300-500)
- 10+ times per year: Invest in premium quality (£500-900)
Question 2: What’s Your Primary Use?
- Family holidays: Medium box 380-420L
- Ski trips: Long, narrow box min 185cm for skis
- Camping: Large box 450L+ for tent and gear
- General purpose: Medium 400L handles 80% of needs
Question 3: What Car Do You Drive?
- Small car (Fiesta, Polo): Maximum 320L, watch weight limits
- Medium (Golf, Focus): 380-420L ideal
- Large/SUV (X5, Qashqai): 450-550L, full range available
- Estate: 400-480L, take advantage of roof length
Question 4: Storage Situation?
- No storage space: Consider rental or smaller box
- Garage available: Any size, get what you need
- Limited space: Choose most versatile mid-range size
Question 5: What’s Your Budget?
- Under £300: Halfords own-brand, budget supermarket boxes
- £300-500: Halfords Advanced, entry Thule/Yakima
- £500-900: Thule Motion/Force, Yakima SkyBox
- £900+: Premium Thule XXL models
Our Top Recommendations
Best All-Rounder
Thule Motion XT L (450L) – £650
- Perfect size for most families
- PowerClick easy mounting
- Dual-side opening
- 10+ year lifespan
Best Value
Halfords Advanced 420L – £350
- Mid-range quality at budget price
- Good for 5-7 years of regular use
- Easy mounting system
- Best bang for buck
Best for Frequent Users
Thule Motion XT XXL (610L) – £900
- Massive capacity
- Premium features throughout
- Lifetime warranty
- Best fuel economy in class
Best Budget Option
Halfords Essential 320L – £200
- Perfect for trying out roof boxes
- Ideal for couples/small families
- 3-5 year lifespan
- Easy to store
Still Undecided?
Visit our Birmingham showroom for personalized recommendations. Our team can assess your specific car, usage needs, and budget to find your perfect match. We also offer Try Before You Buy rental options – test a model before committing to purchase!