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.
Hi, is my CT200H with registration NX67PLO compatible with this upgrade? Thank you
Hello Dan, thanks for your question.
Unfortunately, this vehicle is not compatible with the Apple CarPlay/Android Auto upgrade.
Thanks.
Have lexus found a way to make the lexus rx450h L compatible to get an upgrade for Android auto reg GF68URR
Hello Saadat, thanks for your question.
This vehicle is not compatible with the Android Auto upgrade.
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Hi, I have a new 2022 Nx450h+ with premium pack. Does my vehicle have Android Auto and how do I connect?
Hello Neil,
Please provide your vehicle registration so we can look into this for you.
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Do you an email address so I can send it to you?
Hello Neil,
Please email toyota.blog@tgb.toyota.co.uk with your registration and we will look into this for you.
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Hello!
What is the earliest version of rx450h infotainment system eligible for the carplay upgrade?
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Hello Miki, thanks for your question.
The RX isn’t available for the Apple CarPlay upgrade. MY20 RX to the current RX have Apple CarPlay as standard.
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Can Apple Car Play be retrofitted to a 2019 RC F?
GY69 MTJ
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Hello Nigel,
Unfortunately, Apple CarPlay cannot be retrofitted to this model.
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Hi there…thanks for the blog, really helpful. Please can I check if LN68WMF is compatible for an upgrade? I called my local centre and they weren’t able to confirm but quoted me £250! As opposed to the £80 in the blog. Thanks!
Hello Irfaan, thanks for your question.
This vehicle is not compatible with the Apple CarPlay/Android Auto upgrade.
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Hi there is my NX DC19 CCA compatible with Apple car play?
Hello Peter, thanks for your question.
This vehicle is compatible with the Apple CarPlay upgrade. Please contact your Lexus Centre to get this fitted.
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Hi,
My car is RK69 YLH – is this eligible for this upgrade? and is the advised price still £80
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Ash
Hello Ash,
Your ES should be compatible for the upgrade.
We would recommend contacting your nearest Lexus Centre for more pricing information.
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Hi,
I have just been quoted £350 for the upgrade on my 2019 NX by the local Lexus dealership. Can I have an email address please to send you my details?
Thank you
Hello Tara,
Thanks for your comment.
Your Lexus Centre would be best placed to assist you with any queries relating to this upgrade.
Please let us know if there is anyway that we can assist you further.
Thanks.