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Best in Test 2025
RRP 1 321,44
From 1 240,11
- Delivery in 4-5 working days
- Free tracked delivery to Portugal
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Best in test by the Dutch Consumers' Association 2025
The Thule Epos 2 and 3 come out as the best bike carriers in the Dutch Consumer Association's 2025 test! These car bike racks are praised for their easy mounting system and their compatibility with different frame shapes. In addition, the racks fold up into a compact size and are easy to store and transport. They also allow for several optional accessories; for example, there is one that lets you use the Epos as a repair stand.
Pros & Cons
Pros & Cons
- Suitable for all types of bikes, including e-bikes and bikes with different frames and geometries.
- Easy and quick attachment system with extendable arms and tilt function for boot access.
- Suitable for three bikes with a maximum total load capacity of up to 60 kilograms.
- The Thule Epos can carry up to 30 kg per bike, ideal for heavier e-bikes.
- Fully foldable design for easy installation, storage and transport.
- Standard fit for tyres up to 76 mm (3 inches). If you have wider tyres (up to 127 mm), you will need an optional adapter.
Specifications
Specifications
| Brand | Thule | |
| Compatible with FIX4BIKE towbars | No | |
| Maximum number of bikes | 3 Bikes | |
| Power connection | 13-pin | |
| Extra compact when folded | Yes | |
| Suitable for e-bikes | Yes | |
| Maximum tyre width | 76 mm / 3 inch | |
| Maximum load capacity per bike carrier | 60 kg | |
| Suitable for vehicle | Car / Van / Camper |
The Thule Epos 3 bike carrier is the ultimate solution for safely and easily transporting your bikes on any travel adventure. Designed for versatility and ease of use, this carrier accommodates up to three bikes of different types, from e-bikes to mountain bikes, gravel bikes and road bikes.
Safety and reliability
The Thule Epos 3 ensures the safety of your bikes, thanks to its clever locking system that lets you lock both the bikes on the carrier and the carrier itself to the car's towbar. So you can stop and enjoy a break on the road with peace of mind.
Ease of use
The bike carrier is equipped with adjustable pump buckles at the wheel holders, making it easy to secure bike wheels even if they have a maximum width of 3". Moreover, the installation process is effortless thanks to the innovative telescopic attachment system, allowing you to get on the road quickly.
Handy tilt function
Thanks to the Thule Epos 3's handy tilt function, you always have easy access to the boot, even when the bikes are firmly attached to the carrier. With a simple push of the foot pedal, the carrier tilts forward, allowing you to load or unload luggage effortlessly.
Compact and portable
After use, the Thule Epos 3 bike carrier can be easily folded and transported thanks to its ergonomic handles. This makes it easy to take it with you on all your adventures, ready for the next cycling adventure.
Safety and reliability
The Thule Epos 3 ensures the safety of your bikes, thanks to its clever locking system that lets you lock both the bikes on the carrier and the carrier itself to the car's towbar. So you can stop and enjoy a break on the road with peace of mind.
Ease of use
The bike carrier is equipped with adjustable pump buckles at the wheel holders, making it easy to secure bike wheels even if they have a maximum width of 3". Moreover, the installation process is effortless thanks to the innovative telescopic attachment system, allowing you to get on the road quickly.
Handy tilt function
Thanks to the Thule Epos 3's handy tilt function, you always have easy access to the boot, even when the bikes are firmly attached to the carrier. With a simple push of the foot pedal, the carrier tilts forward, allowing you to load or unload luggage effortlessly.
Compact and portable
After use, the Thule Epos 3 bike carrier can be easily folded and transported thanks to its ergonomic handles. This makes it easy to take it with you on all your adventures, ready for the next cycling adventure.
Is this bike carrier suitable for carbon frames?
Yes, the buttons you use to attach your bike to the frame come with a torque limiter. This torque limiter indicates when the optimal grip is reached, preventing damage to a carbon frame. This makes this bike carrier ideal for carbon frames.
Is this bike carrier suitable for E-bikes, including E-MTB?
Yes, in principle! You can adjust the position to fit most bikes without any problems. However, you have to take into account the maximum weight of your e-bike, which should not exceed 30 kg.
Is this bike carrier suitable for mountain bikes with thick tyres?
This bike carrier is definitely suitable for mountain bikes with thick tyres, as the maximum tyre width of this bike carrier is 76 mm / 3". With the Thule Fat Bike Strap Adapter, you can extend this to a maximum of 127 mm / 5".
What is the maximum weight per bike?
The maximum weight per bike is 30 kg.
What is the maximum total load weight of the bike carrier?
Up to three bikes can be attached to this bike carrier with a total load capacity of 60 kg.
Yes, the buttons you use to attach your bike to the frame come with a torque limiter. This torque limiter indicates when the optimal grip is reached, preventing damage to a carbon frame. This makes this bike carrier ideal for carbon frames.
Is this bike carrier suitable for E-bikes, including E-MTB?
Yes, in principle! You can adjust the position to fit most bikes without any problems. However, you have to take into account the maximum weight of your e-bike, which should not exceed 30 kg.
Is this bike carrier suitable for mountain bikes with thick tyres?
This bike carrier is definitely suitable for mountain bikes with thick tyres, as the maximum tyre width of this bike carrier is 76 mm / 3". With the Thule Fat Bike Strap Adapter, you can extend this to a maximum of 127 mm / 5".
What is the maximum weight per bike?
The maximum weight per bike is 30 kg.
What is the maximum total load weight of the bike carrier?
Up to three bikes can be attached to this bike carrier with a total load capacity of 60 kg.
Reviews
Reviews
Most recent reviews
5 / 5
Really well thought-out, easy-to-use bike rack
- CYRILLE 20 August 2025
Used with electric bikes, travel bikes and children's bikes!
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5 / 5
Expensive compared with other models, but peace of mind is priceless
- Laurent 17 August 2025
Bike carrier that's easy to use and transport. The clamping system on the towball is adjustable and effective. Loaded with bikes, it forms a single unit with the car. Fast Mantel delivery.
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5 / 5
Good, but not so cheap to buy.
- Leo 4 August 2025
I've only just used it once. I'm surprised about another trip!
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5 / 5
Top carrier for solid price
- Timo 29 July 2025
Pleasant to use, quick and easy for one person to install and transport bikes on. Quality seems to be very good with first use. Because of the price, I put it in the boot when I go biking due to theft reports of thule carriers. Takes up a lot of space in the 3 bike version.
Pros & Cons
Easy to install
Firmly fixed to the carrier
Flexible arms
Pricey compared to others
Quite large, just fits in the boot (large car)
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5 / 5
Outstanding bike carrier at a not so favourable price.
- Tim 24 July 2025
The handling of the bike carrier is outstanding. Both in terms of mounting the carrier on the towbar and mounting the bikes on the carrier. Stable, safe & simple.
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5
Laurent, 17 August 2025
Expensive compared with other models, but peace of mind is priceless
Bike carrier that's easy to use and transport. The clamping system on the towball is adjustable and effective. Loaded with bikes, it forms a single unit with the car. Fast Mantel delivery.
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5
Timo, 29 July 2025
Top carrier for solid price
Pleasant to use, quick and easy for one person to install and transport bikes on. Quality seems to be very good with first use. Because of the price, I put it in the boot when I go biking due to theft reports of thule carriers. Takes up a lot of space in the 3 bike version.
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Easy to install
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Firmly fixed to the carrier
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Flexible arms
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Pricey compared to others
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Quite large, just fits in the boot (large car)
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Frequently bought together
Recommended by the product specialist
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All specifications
General
Brand
Thule
Maximum number of bikes
3 Bikes
Power connection
13-pin
Rack Type
Towbar Mounted Bike Carrier
Warranty
2 years, 5 years after registration
Colour
Black
Weight
22.7 kg
Properties
Extra compact when folded
Yes
Upgradeable to 1 extra bike
No
Tiltable System
Yes
Storage Bag
Optional
Extendable wheel gutter
No
Extendable lighting
No
Foldable Bikebrace
Yes
Lockable to car
Yes, with padlock (not included)
Lockable Frame Clamp
Yes
Lighting
Tail Light
Yes
Fog Light
Yes
Reverse Light
Yes
Indicators
Yes
Brake Light
Yes
Compatibility
Compatible with FIX4BIKE towbars
No
Suitable for e-bikes
Yes
Maximum load capacity per bike carrier
60 kg
Suitable for vehicle
Car / Van / Camper
Suitable for
E-bikes / Sports bicycles (Aluminium) / Sports bicycles (Carbon) / City bikes / Fatbikes
Bike Mount System
Frame
Maximum Weight (per bike)
20 kg
Sizes
Maximum tyre width
76 mm / 3 inch
Distance between bikes
25 cm
Length (in cm)
126
Width (in cm)
22
Height (in cm)
91