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.
Hi can I get Apple car play my reg is YB19 ***
Morning Tim,
Yes good news, the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto retro-fit upgrade is available for your Lexus NX at a nominal fee.
Please get in touch with your local Lexus Centre to find out more and make a booking.
Thank you.
Can I get an android auto activate on my es PE69 *** please?
Hi there,
Thanks for your question.
Your ES is eligible for the Apple CarPlay upgrade mentioned in this article.
Please contact your nearest Lexus Centre if you wish to have this upgrade carried out.
Many thanks,
Lexus UK
It can be retrofitted into my Es reg number PE69 *** firs registered in September 2019 ?
Hi there,
Thanks for your question.
Your ES is eligible for the Apple CarPlay upgrade mentioned in this article.
Please contact your nearest Lexus Centre if you wish to have this upgrade carried out.
Many thanks,
Lexus UK
Hi can i get an upgrade
REg LO66***
Hi Temitope,
Thanks for contacting us.
Unfortunately, this vehicle cannot be upgraded to have Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.
Many thanks,
Lexus UK
Are you able to see if the upgrade has already been applied to the car from the vin? It’s a 68 plate so I think it should be eligible
Hi Annie,
Thanks for contacting us.
If you can supply us with your vehicle registration number we can certainly check this for you.
Many thanks,
Lexus UK
Hi can my 2019 Lexus rx450h receive any upgrades
Hi Michael,
Thanks for contacting us.
If you can provide your vehicle registration number we can check if the upgrade is available for your vehicle.
Alternatively, please contact your local Lexus dealership who will also be able to confirm if it is applicable.
Many thanks,
Lexus UK
Hi can my 2019 Lexus rx450h receive any upgrades regarding is Bn69 ***
Hi Michael,
Unfortunately, this vehicle cannot be upgraded to have Apple CarPlay.
Many thanks,
Lexus UK