Pulse Cargo Box
Thule designed the Pulse Cargo Box for the budget-minded driver with a serious outdoor addiction. Available in three sizes, the durable Pulse Cargo Box adds much-needed space to your car and separates your wet, muddy toys from your car's clean interior on the ride home.
Details
- Included easy-Grip Mounting hardware attaches in minutes
- SecureLock ensures the box is closed tight before you drive off
- Opens on the passenger side of the car–especially convenient for vehicles with sliding passenger-side doors
- Item #THU0397
- Material
- ABS plastic
- Dimensions
- [medium] 67 x 35 x 16in, [large] 76 x 33 x 16.5in, [Alpine] 88.5 x 25.5 x 12.5in
- Volume
- [medium] 14cu ft, [large] 16cu ft, [Alpine] 11cu ft
- Opening
- single side, passenger side open
- Compatibility
- round bars, square bars, factory bars
- Locks Included
- yes
- Part Number
- [medium] 614, [large] 615, [Alpine] 613
- Claimed Weight
- 30lb
- Recommended Use
- travel
- Manufacturer Warranty
- lifetime
Reviews
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Overall Rating
4 based on 40 ratings
Review Summary
Fits True To Size
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageApril 7, 2025
Not the Thule I had before...
I bought a Thule box in 2009, it has been the most wonderful box ever. It was irreparably damaged to the point that I had to purchase a new one. The new box that I purchased looked the same, but the material that it is made out of is thinner/lighter than my old box, and it opens only one way. My old one was built better, and more functional, and more safe since you could access it from both sides rather than just one. The locking mechanism is the same. I hope to get the years of service out of my new box that I have out of my old one.
Originally reviewed on thule-us-ca
April 4, 2025
Poorly Designed
I recently bought the new Thule Pulse and was shocked to learn that it only opened on one side. That makes it much more difficult to load items into the unit. On top of that, it secures to the vehile by screwing in (4) clamps. Due to the unit only opening on one side, it is VERY difficult to even reach the back clamps. Also, the screw part of the clamps sticks up about 3 inches. That makes it more difficult to store things around the clamps. For instance, I was trying to load golf clubs and I had to put them on top of the screw-in part of the clamp. I was not able to load them into one side and slide them to the other. Of course, without being able to open the other side of the unit, and then rasiing them up onto the clamps, it was very difficult to load the golf clubs into the unit. My neihbor has a Thule that secures with a snap down clamp that does not stick up like the pulse and causes much less interference with the items being loaded.
Originally reviewed on thule-us-ca
February 19, 2025
Perfect fit for my Hyundai Kona!
I recently started looking at various roof boxes as I was in need of more storage space since my Hyundai Kona has a limited trunk capacity. After some research, I ended up purchasing the Thule Pulse M as the dimensions were perfect. The roof box is currently attached to a 3rd party roof rack/crossbars; the clamps seem to be able to attach the box universally to any type of roof rack. When it comes to the storage space, I'm able to store a bulky graco stroller, an infant's "pack and play" crib, and a large duffel bag and yet still have room leftover for additional items/backpacks. The roof box also comes with two adjustable straps to tie down any loose items, but I suggest purchasing additional bungee cords to keep everything in place. I've also taken it out in a snowstorm and heavy rain and everything has remained completely dry. Overall worth the purchase!
Originally reviewed on thule-us-ca
January 2, 2025
Great box!
We recently took our first trip with it on our Subaru Crosstrek (about 700 miles round trip) and it worked so well! PROS: So much added cargo space, very little noise, easy to install and feels secure on the crossbars. CONS: For the “best on the market”, it feels a little flimsy and the locking mechanism is finicky.
Originally reviewed on thule-us-ca
October 29, 2024
Better than expected
First box that I've purchased and it's done everything I need it to. Have used it for multiple long hauls and have been pleased with how much it fits. Especially good for soft luggage. It's also well made and smart looking.
Originally reviewed on thule-us-ca
September 24, 2024
Pulse M
Very poor taste in design to find out internal locks are made of plastic. I use this rooftop for a solid three years and this internal part wrecks the entire unit. It is now a paperweight because they do not sell spare parts
Originally reviewed on thule-us-ca
August 27, 2024
Love my Thule!
Great Thule, can fit 2 snowboards and pair of skis along with some smaller bags. Definitely be patient when installing it to the rails and requires more than 2 people. Overall so happy with it and excited to for our cross country trip!
Originally reviewed on thule-us-ca
August 11, 2024
Great Purchase!
This is the first roof top cargo box that I have owned. Installation was a breeze! we just finished a 1500 mile road trip and had zero issues. Also the “pod” holds much more than I had anticipated. I would highly recommend the company and their products!
Originally reviewed on thule-us-ca
August 10, 2024
Excellent product
I purchased this carrier for the upcoming snow season and we recently installed it for our summer vacation. It held more than I expected and worked great!
Originally reviewed on thule-us-ca
July 29, 2024
Easy to install
Great product and super easy to install even without a Thule crossbar
Originally reviewed on thule-us-ca
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