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.
Is my 2019 Lexus NX 300h capable of having Apple Car Play installed? Plate: LS69 YEB
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Hello Harry, 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 i got ux 250h 2019 Does it have Android Auto .hk19xtu
Hello, thanks for your question.
This vehicle does not have Android Auto fitted as standard. However, it is eligible for the Android Auto upgrade. Please contact your Lexus Centre to get this fitted.
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whats the point in you telling everyone if they can upgrade if the lexus centres can’t get “lexus data licence key” to upgrade?
I’m seeking advice on how to upgrade the system in my 15 pallet NX to one with Apple car play. Can you advise on what options I meant have instead of simply stating my car is not compatible with this particular promotional upgrade. Thank you
Hello James, thanks for your question.
Please provide your Vehicle Registration so that we can check if your vehicle is compatible with the retrofit.
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Hey,
We’ve got a 2018 Lexus RX 450h – is this possible in this model? I can see you’ve not mentioned it above.
Hello Mike,
Thanks for your comment.
Unfortunately, your RX is not compatible for the upgrade.
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On the 2019 UX250h 2.0 5 door CVT (Premium plus) Does it have Apple Car Play and Android Auto? If not, is it capable for the upgrade? Also the full screen isn’t utilised, is there a way to upgrade the system to become full screen instead of a small square of colour in a big screen.
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Hello John, thanks for your question.
Please provide a Vehicle Registration so that we can look into this.
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Hello John,
This vehicle is compatible with the Apple CarPlay/Android Auto upgrade. Please contact your Lexus Centre to get this fitted.
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Hi my vehicle registration is NJ 69VCK.
Can I add apple car play.
Hello Santosh, thanks for your question.
This vehicle is compatible with the Apple CarPlay upgrade. Please contact your Lexus Centre to get this installed.
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Is my 2018 Lexus NX 300h capable of having Apple Car Play installed? Plate: ND68MZE
Hello Krishna, thanks for your question.
This vehicle is compatible with the Apple CarPlay upgrade. Please contact your Lexus Centre to get this installed.
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Hi, is my Lexus RXL 2018 model compatible with an android auto upgrade?
Hello Jay, thanks for your question.
Please provide a Vehicle Registration so that we can look into this.
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My multimedia nav system keeps crashing and restarting which has been quite frustrating at times as I might be using the Nav when it happens. The dealer says they cant do anything to fix it, can this upgrade be applied or any other alternative please? LL18EHV
Hello Abe, thanks for your question.
This vehicle is not compatible with the Apple CarPlay/Android Auto upgrade.
We would recommend contacting our Connectivity Team if you are experiencing issues with your multimedia system. They can be found here: https://forms.lexus.co.uk/webforms/contact.aspx.
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I have Lexus ES300h Reg no.BD19 LZN is possible to do car play upgrade.
Hello Mariusz, thanks for your question.
This vehicle is compatible with the Apple CarPlay/Android Auto upgrade. Please contact your Lexus Centre to get this fitted.
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Hi There
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Is this car suitable for an apple car play upgrade please and at what price?
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Hello Colin, thanks for your question.
This vehicle is compatible with the Apple CarPlay upgrade. Please contact your Lexus Centre to discuss pricing and get this fitted.
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