Lexus is pleased to announce that owners of compatible UX, NX and ES models now have the possibility of an upgrade to their vehicle’s multimedia system to include Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration*.
Compatible vehicles for the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto upgrade:
- Lexus UX models produced from January 2019 to September 2019
- Lexus NX models produced from September 2018 to September 2019
- Lexus ES models produced from October 2018 to September 2019

This Apple CarPlay and Android Auto upgrade allows owners to access the services included in their mobile phone on the multimedia display screen and action them through voice activation or by manually prompting through the steering wheel controls or touchscreen itself. In this way they will be able to safely enjoy applications such as Google Maps, Spotify, Amazon Music, WhatsApp and Waze without the need to directly interact with their mobile phone.
The Apple CarPlay and Android Auto upgrade for compatible vehicles will be carried out by appointment at your local Lexus centre. Lexus recommends that owners arrange to have the upgrade installed during a scheduled service.
For more information on software upgrade pricing and to confirm vehicle compatibility, please contact your local Lexus centre.
*Lexus has installed its enhanced multimedia system as standard equipment across all vehicles since the 2020 model year. Depending on vehicle and specification, this means that most Lexus models with this system will feature Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality.
Can my nx300 be upgraded
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Morning Stephen,
Apologies, the registration which you have provided is not recognised in our system.
Sorry your database hasn’t updated yet. Old plate was m888khn
Sorry Stephen, that isn’t recognised either. Is this a UK model?
Perhaps we could try the VIN? (We’ll block it out when we reply).
Thank you.
My car is a e 2018 Lexus NX Estate (Sport with Premium Navigation) HZ18 FZL (date of reg 30/07/2018) is it possible to upgrade / retrofit apple CarPlay
We’re sorry Thaya, that registration is not recognised in our system? Is it a UK model?
To confirm, Lexus NX models produced from September 2018 to September 2019 are eligible for the upgrade.
Thank you.
Can I check if my Lexus nx 300h be upgraded with apple car play? Car reg YY67TWK
Good afternoon Francis,
Unfortunately, the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto upgrade is not available for your model as it was produced in 2017.
Sorry for any disappointment caused.
Thank you.
Hello can you please tell me how much it will cost to upgrade the system… i bought Lexus UX250h number plate FN69 ***…. and is it eligible.
Good morning Manav,
Yes, the retro-fit Apple CarPlay and Android Auto upgrade is available for your Lexus UX Hybrid at a nominal fee.
Please speak with your local Lexus Centre for further details.
Thank you.
Hi, is it possible to upgrade/retrofit from 8 inch screen to 12 inch screen in Lexus UX models? Is this a service Lexus offers?
Many thanks,
Alan
Good afternoon Alan,
Please reach out to your local Lexus Centre to find out what accessories are available for your Lexus UX.
Thank you.