Top hardtops RSI SmartCap: which model to choose?

Glass sides, panels Molle or fully glazed-free configuration: compare the four ranges RSI SmartCap and choose the Hardtop suited to your pickup and your use.


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Pick-up équipé d’un hardtop RSI SMARTCAP lors d’une sortie en forêt
RSI SmartCap · Guide to the range

Your pickup.
How you equip it.

From daily use to travel, from workshop to bivouac: find the Hardtop that matches your usage and load.

Compare the 4 models

Which Hardtop RSI SmartCap to choose for your pickup? EVO Sport, EVOa Adventure, EVOc Commercial or EVOd Defender: the difference mainly lies in the glazing, the side doors, and the arrangement of the equipment.

Here are the four ranges offered at Xperts4x4, their concrete differences and the points to check to order the version suited to your vehicle.

Le choix en un coup d’œil

Comparatif des hardtops RSI SmartCap.

Start with the criterion that changes your daily life: see through the loading area, fix accessories on the sides, or keep the load out of sight.

Model Side doors Front / rear To favor for…
EVO Sport Glazed, with sliding windows Glazed Daylight and daily versatility
EVOa Adventure Solid, with Molle integrated inside Glazed Organization of travel equipment
EVOc Commercial Solid, without Molle integrated as standard Glazed A configuration tailored to your job
EVOd Defender Full, without glazing Solid panels A bin entirely obscured by the Hardtop

The type of front glass, finishes and equipment may vary depending on the reference and the vehicle. Check the model sheet compatible before ordering.

Versatility and glazed sides

RSI SmartCap EVO Sport

Hardtop RSI SMARTCAP EVO Sport avec vitrages latéraux sur un Toyota Hilux rouge
Glass-sided doors to keep light in the bed.

Is your pick-up with you on weekdays and weekends? TheEVO Sport combines stainless steel construction with glazed side doors, featuring sliding windows.

  • Side glazing: light and visibility through the sides of the Hardtop.
  • Side access: the lifting doors make it easier to retrieve your belongings.
  • Versatile use: a coherent choice to switch between daily trips, leisure, and getaways.
Discover the EVO Sport

Choose it if glass panels on the sides matter more to you than fully solid side panels.

Travel and equipment organization

RSI SmartCap EVOa Adventure

Hardtop RSI SMARTCAP EVOa Adventure avec portes latérales pleines et vitre arrière sur un Toyota Hilux
Solid sides, while maintaining front and rear glazing.

To prepare a road trip or organize your bivouac gear, theEVOa Adventurestands out with its double-walled full-side doors, equipped with interior Molle panels.

  • Molle integrated: a base to mount accessories compatible with the interior of the doors.
  • Solid sides: the content is hidden from the sides of the Hardtop.
  • Glass front and rear: a key difference with the Defender.
Discover the EVOa Adventure

Choose it if you want to organize material on the side doors. Mounting hardware and accessories must be compatible with the panels Molle.

Tools and professional activity

RSI SmartCap EVOc Commercial

Hardtop RSI SMARTCAP EVOc Commercial blanc, avec côtés pleins et vitre arrière, sur un Toyota Hilux
EVOc Commercial shown in white. The colors depend on the application.

For craftsman, technician, or regular user of tools: the EVOc Commercial provides a stainless steel base to configure according to your activity, with full, double-walled side doors.

  • Sides without glazing: access to the material through the tilting doors.
  • Without Molle integrated as standard: choose your storage and accessories according to your needs.
  • Front and rear glazed: an optional rear protection grille is offered, depending on compatibility.
Discover theEVOc Commercial

Choose it if you are looking for a full-side configuration for professional use. Check available black or white versions for your pickup.

Full panels on all faces

RSI SmartCap EVOd Defender

Hardtop RSI SMARTCAP EVOd Defender entièrement fermé par des panneaux pleins sur un Toyota Hilux
The Defender is notably recognized by its windowless rear door.

Do you prefer the discreet loading? TheEVOd Defender adopts a completely glazed-free configuration: the sides, the front and the rear door are solid.

  • Loading out of sight: no glazing looks into the interior of theHardtop when closed.
  • Side and rear access: you keep openings to load and retrieve your equipment.
  • Visibility to anticipate: this configuration removes the view through theHardtop from the cabin.
Discover theEVOd Defender

Choisissez-le si votre priorité est un Hardtop sans vitre, pour vos outils ou votre équipement de loisirs.

Une base commune, des limites à respecter

Construction inox et charges de toit.

Ces quatre gammes reposent sur une construction modulaire en acier inoxydable et des rails de toit destinés à recevoir des équipements compatibles. La différence entre les versions concerne donc surtout les ouvertures et l’aménagement.

En mouvement · charge dynamique150 kg
À l’arrêt · charge statique≈ 350 kg

La limite à retenir est la plus faible de l’ensemble du montage : véhicule, benne, Hardtop, barres ou galerie et fixations. La documentation internationale SmartCap indique 349 kg en statique, soit environ 350 kg.

For a Rooftop Tent, count the supports, the tent and the gear transported in total; add the occupants when stationary. Also check the vehicle-specific and off-road usage regulations.

These values describe the advertised capacity of the Hardtop. They do not constitute an authorization of load that is identical for all pickups and all configurations.

Before ordering

The right model starts with the correct reference.

Ford Ranger, Toyota Hilux, Isuzu D-Max, Volkswagen Amarok… The bed shape and attachment points vary by vehicle. Check these four elements.

  1. Model and yearIdentify the exact generation of your pickup, especially when changing the body.
  2. Cab and bed lengthDouble Cabcab, extended cab or single cab: a single vehicle designation is not enough.
  3. Installed equipmentCheck the Bedliner, the rails, the arch, and the accessories that might interfere with mounting.
  4. Assembly and supportsRespect the fixings and any drum supports prescribed, particularly according to the application Ford Ranger.
Discover the accessories RSI SmartCap →
The answers to move forward

Your questions about the range SmartCap.

What is the difference between EVO Sport and EVOa Adventure ?

The Sport has side doors with glass and sliding windows. The Adventure uses full side doors with interior panels Molle. Both retain front and rear windows, depending on the vehicle configuration.

What is the difference between EVOc Commercial and EVOd Defender ?

The Commercial preserves glazing on the front and rear, with solid sides. The Defender is completely glassless. The choice mainly depends on the desired visibility and the need to hide the contents of the pickup bed.

Can a Rooftop Tent be installed on a SmartCap ?

This is possible with a compatible montagem and within the vehicle’s, the bed’s, the Hardtop and the supports’ limits. Check the loads in motion and at rest, as well as any necessary reinforcements, before choosing the tent.

Are accessories and the Load Bars included?

Integrated rails do not mean that crossbars, the roof rack, or storage are provided. The exact content depends on the reference or the pack. Check the product sheet, especially for the Molle panels, fastenings, and the rear protection grille.

Are all four versions available for all pickups?

Applications depend on the model, its generation, the cabin and the box. Open the collection for the version that interests you, then check the page corresponding to your vehicle. If in doubt, send these informations to the team Xperts4x4.

Equip your pickup for what awaits you

Find your Hardtop RSI SmartCap.

Compare the parts compatible with your vehicle, check prices and availability, then choose the configuration that suits your daily life.

Manufacturer documentation and comparison references

General characteristics cross-referenced with pages SmartCap EVO Sport, EVOa Adventure, EVOc Commercial and EVOd Defender, as well as with the collections Xperts4x4. The illustrations show specific applications. The exact equipment and mounting instructions correspond to the chosen reference.