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, I have just purchased a 2019 UX 250h – RY19 JGO. Can Apple Play be retrofitted?
Hello Craig, thanks for getting in touch.
This vehicle should be eligible for Apple CarPlay retrofit.
Please contact your local Lexus Centre to discuss this. You can locate your nearest centre here: https://www.lexus.co.uk/forms/find-a-centre
Thanks.
Hi,
Could you please check for me is NH19OKN is compatible with the upgrade and if this is still priced for £80 inc. VAT while doing a service.
Regards,
Prabal
Hello Prabal, thanks for your query.
This vehicle should be eligible for Apple CarPlay/Android Auto retrofit.
Please contact your local Lexus centre to discuss your options and pricing. You can find your closest centre here: https://www.lexus.co.uk/forms/find-a-centre
Thanks.
Hi, I’ve just bought an NX300h Takumi, 2019, plate: EF19EWW. Would this be compatible for the retrofit? Thanks.
Hello Andy, thanks for your query.
This vehicle should be eligible for Apple CarPlay/Android Auto retrofit.
Please contact your local Lexus centre to discuss your options. You can find your closest centre here: https://www.lexus.co.uk/forms/find-a-centre
Thanks.
Hi.. can I get an Android auto fitted to mt 2015 GS 450h by my local Lexus workshops…and will they be able to order the correct unit prior to fitting?
Many thanks Chris
Hello Chris, thanks for your comment.
This vehicle should not be eligible for Apple CarPlay retrofit.
Thanks.
Hi,
Can I fit apple car play and android auto as a retro fit to a LC500 V8 MY 19 MODEL – 70 REG?
Hello Haseeb, thanks for getting in touch.
This vehicle should not be eligible for Apple CarPlay/Android Auto retrofit.
Thanks.
Can apple carplay be retro fitted to a 2019 Lexus RC 300h F sport ??
Hello Alan, thanks for your query.
Please can you provide your vehicle registration so that we can look into this for you.
Thanks.
Hello,
Is this vehicle PY18GKC eligible for Apple CarPlay?
Kind regards,
Bogdan
Hello Bogdan, thanks for getting in touch.
This vehicle should be eligible for Apple CarPlay retrofit.
Please contact your local Lexus Centre to discuss this. You can find your closest centre here: https://www.lexus.co.uk/forms/find-a-centre
Thanks.
Hi,
I’ve got 2017 reg lexus nx300h with small display.
Is it possible to fit an OEM head unit and display for newer model that is compatible with android car play?
Thank you
Hello Ben, thanks for your comment.
Your Lexus Centre is best placed to answer your query.
You can locate your closest centre here: https://www.lexus.co.uk/forms/find-a-centre
There, the technicians can advise you as to whether or not this installation is possible.
Please let us know if we can help further.
Thanks.
Is this the same upgrade? https://www.lexus.co.nz/en/ownership-benefits/lexus-audio-upgrade.html
If so, can you confirm my 2020 LC 500 (A5 VLJ) is compatible?
Many thanks
Mark
Hello Mark, thanks for getting in contact.
This vehicle is not eligible for Apple Carplay/Android Auto retrofit.
Thanks.
Hi was wondering if you could help. The dealership has been trying to update the multimedia system and include android auto.
Please help. Is PL67KRZ, NX 300h Takumi with Mark Levinson system eligible for Android auto upgrade
Hello Takura, thanks for getting in contact.
This vehicle should be eligible for Apple CarPlay retrofit.
To arrange this, we would recommend contacting your local Lexus Centre.
You can locate your closest centre here: https://www.lexus.co.uk/forms/find-a-centre
Thanks.