Top 10 best cars for cyclists - and no roof rack required!

• Top 10 best cars for mountain bikers and other cyclists
• Huge amounts of luggage space mean you don't even need a roof rack
• Estates, SUVs and electric people movers
• Low load lips for easy of loading
• Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) charging for your e-bike

If you’re a cyclist, you know the struggle: how do you get your bike from home to the trails without juggling a clunky roof rack or risking scratches on your car? 

The good news is you don’t always need to compromise. 

Modern cars—especially estates, SUVs, and electric people-movers—offer spacious boots, low load lips, and clever design that make loading a bike almost effortless.

Whether you’re carrying a muddy hardtail after a forest ride or an e-bike for a weekend adventure, some vehicles are perfectly tailored for cyclists. Some even offer manufacturer-backed bike accessories, retractable towbars, or Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) charging for your e-bike, so you can roll up, plug in, and ride off.

In this guide, we’ve rounded up the best cars for transporting bikes without ever needing to touch a roof rack — splitting them into traditionally-fuelled cars and EVs — complete with boot space, cycling-friendly features, and options you can add via the manufacturer. 

Your next adventure could start straight from the boot.

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Skoda Superb Estate

True to its name, the Skoda Superb Estate is one of the best all-round cars for cyclists. Available with mild-hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and diesel powertrains, it offers exceptional practicality at a relatively affordable price, with entry models available under £40,000.

With the rear seats folded, the Superb Estate boasts a colossal 1,920-litre boot, or 690 litres with the seats up. The long, flat load floor means most bikes fit without removing wheels, while the low boot lip makes lifting bikes in and out refreshingly easy.

Quick specs:

• Luggage capacity: ~1,920 L with rear seats folded, ~690 L with seats up (estate class benchmark)

• Bike-friendly features: Long flat boot floor, low load lip — ideal for bikes without wheel removal

• Extras: Manufacturer boot liners/mats available in options

Ford Tourneo Connect

The Ford Tourneo Connect is essentially a van in cycling-friendly disguise. Offered with petrol, diesel, and plug-in hybrid powertrains, it starts from £35,280 and comes in two body styles.

The standard five-seat Tourneo offers 2,556 litres of boot space, while the seven-seat Grand Tourneo increases this to 3,105 litres — perfect for long-wheelbase bikes or multiple riders.

Its square cargo area, sliding side doors, and optional four-wheel drive make it ideal for muddy trail access and tight parking spots.

Quick specs:

• Luggage capacity: ~2,556 L (standard Tourneo) / ~3,105 L (Grand Tourneo) — very square cargo space

• Bike-friendly features: Van-like load area with side sliding doors for easy access

• Extras: Optional 4-wheel drive; tow bar useful for aftermarket bike carriers

Ineos Grenadier Station Wagon

Built for extremes, the Ineos Grenadier Station Wagon is as happy crawling up a mountain pass as it is hauling bikes. With up to 2,035 litres of boot space (or over 1,150 litres with the rear seats in place), it easily accommodates full-size bikes.

What really sets it apart is the accessories list: heavy-duty rubber floor mats with drain plugs, interior utility rails for securing bikes, and a fold-down tailgate table that doubles as a trailside bike maintenance station.

Prices start at £62,495.

Quick specs:

• Luggage capacity: Boot space and load dimensions are large and square (good for bikes — detailed dimensions vary)

• Bike-friendly features: Very rugged cargo space

• Extras: Utility rails & heavy-duty floor mats with drain plugs on configurator

Skoda Kodiaq

The Skoda Kodiaq proves that SUVs can be genuinely bike-friendly. Opt for the five-seat version, and you’ll get 2,105 litres of boot space (or 910 litres with the seats up), plenty for adult bikes without having to dismantle them.

Available with two- or four-wheel drive and a range of efficient engines, the Kodiaq also offers cyclist-friendly accessories such as removable rubber boot liners and all-weather interior mats. And while this list focuses on rack-free transport, Skoda does offer a lockable roof bike carrier if needed.

Prices start at around £39,000.

Quick specs:

• Luggage capacity: ~2,105 L with seats down; ~910 L with seats up

• Bike-friendly features: Wide loading area and optional protective rubber mats

• Extras: Optional lockable roof bike rack if boot space is taken

Peugeot 5008

The Peugeot 5008 is far more than a tall hatchback. With the rear seats folded, it delivers a 2,232-litre boot with a flat floor — often enough to transport a bike without removing the front wheel.

Although it’s front-wheel drive only, the optional Advanced Grip Control system adds selectable drive modes, hill descent control, and Michelin CrossClimate 2 tyres for muddy or snowy trail access.

A wide tailgate opening and relatively low boot lip make loading bikes simple and stress-free. Prices start from £37,220.

Quick specs:

• Luggage capacity: ~2,150 L fully folded; ~952 L with third row folded, ~166–348 L with all seats up depending on config

• Bike-friendly features: Flat load floor and wide tailgate

• Extras: Advanced Grip Control (for muddy trailheads)

Electrify Me: What are the best electric vehicles for cyclists and carrying bikes?

Kia EV9

If budget allows, the Kia EV9 is one of the ultimate electric vehicles for cyclists — especially e-bike owners. This full-size electric SUV offers a massive 2,393-litre boot, a tall roofline, and a low load lip.

Add the optional Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) system (£309), and you can charge your e-bike directly from the 3-pin socket in the boot (or via an adapter. Check your own requirements carefully). Kia also offers bike carriers, roof boxes, reversible mats, and heavy-duty boot liners.

Starting at £66,000, it’s not cheap — but it’s incredibly capable.

Quick specs:

• Luggage capacity: ~333 L with all seats up; ~828 L or ~2,318 L with seats folded in 5- or 2-seat modes

• V2L: Yes — supports Vehicle-to-Load charging (can power e-bike chargers)

• Bike-friendly extras: Reversible mats, boot liner accessories

Hyundai Kona Electric

If your budget went on a high-end bike, the Hyundai Kona Electric is a smart, affordable EV that still delivers on practicality.

With 466 litres of boot space (up to 1,300 litres with seats folded), a tall load area, and available V2L technology, it’s surprisingly capable. Optional extras include a rear towing pack with a bumper-mounted bike carrier, plus washable boot liners and all-weather mats.

Prices start from £33,500.

Quick specs:

• Luggage capacity: ~466 L with seats up; ~1,300 L with seats folded

• V2L: Yes — V2L capability standard on latest models (power external devices)

• Bike-friendly features: Flat load floor and under-floor storage

Volkswagen ID. 4

Fold the rear seats flat in the Volkswagen ID.4, and you’ll unlock 1,734 litres of boot space — enough for most bikes with minimal effort.

While it lacks a front trunk (frunk), there is under-floor storage for tools and repair kits. V2L charging isn’t available, but Volkswagen offers a wide range of bike-focused accessories, including towbar-mounted carriers and protective boot liners. Four-wheel drive is available on Pro 4MOTION models.

Prices start at £36,075.

Quick specs:

• Luggage capacity: ~543 L with seats up; ~1,575–1,734 L with seats down

• V2L: No — no manufacturer V2L support specified

• Bike-friendly extras: Dealer-fit boot liner, optional tow bar

Peugeot E-Rifter

The Peugeot E-Rifter is a no-nonsense electric MPV that prioritises space above all else. Open the tailgate, and you’re greeted by a huge, square load area offering up to 3,000 litres of cargo space.

Need even more room? The E-Rifter Long adds an extra 1,000 litres. Models built after February 2026 gain V2L capability, making it even more appealing to e-bike riders.

Prices start from £31,600.

Quick specs:

• Luggage capacity: ~775 L under parcel shelf — up to ~4,000 L with rear seats down in long version

• V2L: Yes — supported on post-Feb 2026 models

• Bike-friendly features: Extremely modular load area

Kia PV5

The Kia PV5 marks Kia’s entry into the electric van market, and it’s firmly aimed at lifestyle users — cyclists included.

Available in Passenger and Cargo versions, it offers up to 2,300 litres of boot space with the seats folded, or 1,300 litres with them in place. Thoughtful storage includes underfloor bins for shoes, deep door pockets for bottles, and a huge glovebox for tools and spares.

Prices start from £32,205.

Quick specs:

All PV5 models come with V2L as standard.

• Luggage capacity: Massive cargo volume (3.7 m³+ depending on configuration) — very versatile space

• V2L: Yes — V2L support standard across trims

• Bike-friendly features: Huge load area, ideal for multiple bikes

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