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Thule Approach 2 L

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Thule Approach 2 soft-shell rooftop tent unfolded and mounted with awning on the top of a carr with one bike and Thule Santu cargo box on the towbar bike rack, parked in an outdoor setting and a family interacting by the car.

A man and a woman is looking out the skylights of a Thule Approach roof top tent

Thule Approach 2 soft-shell rooftop tent unfolded and mounted on the top of a car with one bike and Thule Santu cargo box on the towbar bike rack parked in an outdoor setting and a family interacting by the car.

Thule Approach 2 L
three to four-person softshell roof top tent dark slate

$3,599.95

Color

Softshell rooftop tent that maximizes interior space and sets up easily, giving you a great place to hang out in, as well as a comfortable night’s sleep.

Accessories for Thule Approach 2 L

Thule Approach awning 2 L

rooftop tent awning

$479.95

Thule Approach awning 2 walls L

walls to rooftop tent awning

$579.95

Thule Rooftop Tent Organizer

roof top tent shoe organizer

$99.95

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Thule Anti Condensation Mat L

4-person anti-condensation mat

$199.95

Thule Approach L Fitted Sheet

4-person sheet bedding

$89.95

Thule Starset tarp

weather protection tarp

$399.95

Thule OutLand Box Awning

compact van awning 6.2 ft (1.9 m) anthracite black

$899.95

Thule Levelers

park levelers black

$49.95

Product description

Comfort meets adventure

Turn every trip into an adventure with Thule Approach 2, our upgraded spacious softshell rooftop tent designed for comfort, practicality, and style. With a roomy interior, large panoramic windows, cozy features, and smart all-season design, it’s your home away from home on top of your car. Whether it’s a single or a family adventure, a weekend getaway, this rooftop tent makes camping easier, safer, and more enjoyable.

More space, more possibilities

The outward-angled entrance maximizes interior space for sleeping and storage. Panoramic windows on the ceiling and walls bring you closer to nature than ever before. A new large awning creates a sheltered living area, while optional walls provide privacy and protection from the elements (sold separately).

Quick set up for easy getaways

Thule Approach 2 is designed for ease of use. When you arrive, simply unzip the travel cover, unfold the base, and you’re ready to camp in under three minutes. Innovative mounting brackets let you install the tent on your roof in minutes.

Comfort under the stars

Our award-winning rooftop tent is now even more comfortable. The angled-step ladder lets you climb in with a stable, natural motion. Inside, the soft quilted mattress cover turns the tent into a cozy retreat. Built-in heating port compatibility ensures comfort in both cold and warm climates.

All features

Fast and easy setup

Simply unzip the travel cover, unfold the base, and go from parked to ready-to-camp in under 3 minutes

Extra spacious interior with panoramic skylights

The modern tent shape provides a roomy interior, while panoramic skylights and windows let you stargaze and feel closer to nature

Compatible with an awning and awning walls (sold separately)

Compatible with an awning and awning walls (sold separately) that provides even more sheltered space

Integrated heating port

Built in port at the side of the tent for AC and heater, to regulate the temperature both in both high and low temperatures

Ladder for smooth entry and exit

The angled-step ladder makes climbing in and out of the tent stable and natural. Its thoughtful design ensures comfort, so you can enter and exit with ease

Easy to install on your roof racks

Lockable mounting brackets secure the tent to your roof racks in half the time of traditional rooftop tents and have a torque limiting tool for safer installation

Recycled durable fabric

Weather-resistant and durable tent fabric, made of 100% recycled solution dyed polyester from recycled plastic bottles

Premium foam mattress with soft quilted cover

Thick, dual-layer a 6 cm / 2.4 in foam mattress with quilted cover for a luxurious camping experience

Smart interior storage

Four internal mesh pockets to keep essentials within reach

3 modes of weather protection

Removable rain cover with three different modes is suitable for any weather

Mesh panels for ventilation

Mesh panels at doors and windows offer plenty of ventilation

Attachment points for gear and accessories

Exterior attachment points let you hang lamps, storage solutions, or other gear, helping you create a cozy and personalized camp

Technical specifications

Sleeping capacity

4 person

Dimensions (Open)

96 x 72 x 40 in

Dimensions (Closed)

49 x 72 x 11 in

Sleeping footprint

95 x 67 in

Peak internal height

40.2 in

Weight

150 lb

Static weight capacity

600 lb

Minimum bar spread

31 in

Base construction

Welded aluminum tube with insulation and aluminum cap sheet

Canopy fabric

100% recycled, breathable, water resistant 600D polyester ripstop

Mosquito screens

Seasons

All

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Country of origin

China

Color

Dark slate

Model number

901026

Spare parts

Instructions

How to install Thule Approach

Thule mounting bracket instruction video

Reviews

Tested to the limit

At the Thule Test Center™ in Hillerstorp, Sweden, our car tents go through extremely rigorous testing before they are deemed worthy of the Thule logo. Below are just a few examples of the many tests conducted.

Explore Thule test center

A person in a weather camper holds the rain cover of a Thule car top tent.

Rain and wind tests

Our state-of-the-art rain chamber simulates torrential rain and our industrial-sized fan blows at high speeds to ensure that the tent can withstand the worst weather

A Thule car top tent is installed on a car roof and is being tested in the test center.

Multi-axis shaker table

This test simulates a vehicle driving great distances with a car tent to ensure that the tent, car racks, and car roof all fit securely and stand the test of time

A Thule Approach roof tent is being tested in the Thule test center.

Climate cycle test

We place a tent in a climate cycle chamber and subject it to high and low humidity, as well as extreme winter and summer temperatures to ensure that it can handle any weather