Google promises the first cars
offering Android Auto will be available by the end of this year.
However, Toyota Motor Corporation has categorically refrained from
offering Android Auto connectivity across its vehicles across multiple brands including Toyota and Lexus, despite the massive popularity.
And tough luck Android users, Mini follows its parent company BMW in not
offering Android Auto support.
Chevrolet has announced that it will start
offering Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility in more 2016 models than any other automotive brand in the market.
It does
offer Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, which have greater functionality.
Acura, Audi, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Nissan, and Volvo have already confirmed their cars will
offer Android Auto functionality.
Customers do not even have to choose: New i10 is the only car in its class to
offer Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and LIVE Services in a single infotainment system.
The touchscreen system also
offers Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity along with phone mirroring option.
Earlier this year, Buick announced it would
offer Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility, with Apple CarPlay included as standard equipment from the start of the model year and Android Auto available later.
So why doesn't the 2019 Acura RDX
offer Android Auto?
The new Cruze will also be one of the first Chevrolets to
offer Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Toyota does not
offer Android Auto in the Camry XSE, but we made do.
Toyota does not
offer Android Auto or Apple CarPlay integration.
More cars will
offer Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, providing a cheap way to get navigation.
The infotainment unit also
offers Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity.
As part of the special edition package, the Audi Q7 Design Edition
offers Android Auto and Apple SmartPlay compatibility via Audi Smartphone Interface and 20 - inch cast Aluminum 5 - spoke alloy wheels.
The most notable addition comes in the form of the updated 7 - inch touchscreen Smartplay unit that now
offers Android Auto smartphone integration.
But the new «glass look» touchscreen infotainment system has a great interface and yes -
offers Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
App - Connect
offers Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
In 2015, Hyundai became the first automaker in the world to
offer Android Auto and in May 2016, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integrations were offered as an upgrade for eight existing models via MyHyundai.com.
, its graphics aren't terribly crisp and it doesn't
offer Android Auto or Apple CarPlay.
A Uconnect 4C system with an 8.4 - inch touchscreen
offers Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Support.
Honda
offers Android Auto and Apple CarPlay only on Accord EXs and above, so the Sport is out of luck on that count.
The Hyundai entertainment system lacks text messaging, which can be frustrating, but all models of this year
offer Android Auto and Apple Car Play.
Chevy boasts that
it offers Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility in more models than any other manufacturer, ranging from the 2016 Spark to the Corvette Z06.
Speaking of cabin space, the Insight will be available with an 8 - inch touchscreen infotainment system with customizable apps, and it'll
offer Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration.
Not exact matches
The Maxima becomes the first Nissan model to
offer CarPlay; none currently
offer the related
Android Auto system.
It will be
offered with Chrysler's most advanced UConnect system, which includes Apple CarPlay and
Android Auto, among other available apps.
The 2016 models arriving at dealerships shortly will have standard USB ports, and higher trims will
offer Apple CarPlay and
Android Auto connectivity.
Both systems will be
offered on the Sierra's 7 - inch screen, with
Android Auto capability coming to the larger 8 - inch screen later in the model year.
Supporting the latest in Apple CarPlay,
Android Auto, and Sirius XM 2.0, Acura also promises the updated system
offers improved response and loading times.
Somewhat sadly, the six - speed unit isn't
offered on any of the higher trim levels, but the 2,900 - pound, basic Sport (no active safety features or fancy navigation screens here, just a four - speaker stereo with Apple CarPlay and
Android Auto) is the enthusiast's choice anyway — at least until the Civic Si and Type R arrive.
Apple CarPlay and
Android Auto aren't
offered.
It works quickly, is easy to use while driving and provides everything you'll need — except Apple CarPlay and
Android Auto, which are not
offered and won't be anytime soon, according to Lexus.
Car - Net
offers compatibility with Apple CarPlay,
Android Auto, and MirrorLink so customers can easily project their phone's content onto the car's display.
This new system is said to
offer many more connectivity features than the current infotainment display, including Apple CarPlay and
Android Auto smartphone integration.
Unlike Ford, which expanded existing software to enable Apple CarPlay and
Android Auto, it's unlikely that FCA will
offer a retrofit process for existing vehicles, as only the Uconnect system supports these features.
We also know that the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze will
offer either
Android Auto or Apple CarPlay smartphone integration as an option for the MyLink infotainment system.
Apple CarPlay and
Android Auto smartphone mirroring capabilities will be
offered in certain versions of the new Uconnect system, though FCA isn't yet providing any details about the launch of these technologies.
So far Honda has only announced a Touring trim level for the Type R, which
offers a 7.0 - inch touchscreen infotainment system with navigation and
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility, 540 - watt audio system with 12 speakers, LED headlights, sport seats, a leather - wrapped steering wheel, and more.
Both CarPlay and
Android Auto offer third - party app support, integrating with apps like Spotify, Pandora, and iHeartRadio.
At least the Civic
offers Apple CarPlay and
Android Auto capability on nearly all trims so that you can rely on your smartphone's familiar interface rather than Honda's subpar system.
Like other 2016 Chevrolet and Cadillac models, the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado will also
offer Apple CarPlay and
Android Auto capability.
So far we're enjoying the Bose audio system, but truth be told we'd like the infotainment more if Mazda would
offer Apple CarPlay and
Android Auto.
Inside, you'll find comfortable seating for five along with excellent features like a Uconnect infotainment center
offering Apple CarPlay and
Android Auto and more.
The Insight Prototype
offers all of the advanced technology that Honda lovers expect, such as available Apple CarPlay ™ and
Android Auto ™ connectivity.
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are coming as standard equipment, and this is the first Subaru that
offers in - car built - in 4G LTE Wi - Fi, up to 8 USB ports and incredible 19 bottle and cup holders.
A full complement of infotainment features will be
offered, including Sync 3 with
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a B&O Play premium sound system, wireless charging, WiFi hotspot, and Sync Connect app - based vehicle controls.
An available smartphone link display takes integration to the next level,
offering Apple CarPlay and
Android Auto support for expanded listening options as well as interoperability.
A three - cylinder engine is
offering a good performance for the hatchback model and the interior is equipped with latest tech features such as
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.