If you snagged a Lexus in 2018, you might be able to add CarPlay functionality to it via a $199 upgrade.
Lexus recently announced that it is bringing CarPlay to some older vehicles, following the launch of CarPlay in new 2019 Lexus vehicles last September.
CarPlay functionality can be installed in the 2018 LS, LC, RC, RC F, and NX, and CarPlay options are available in both the U.S. and Canada.
The following vehicles come equipped with a Lexus Multimedia System that can also support Alexa and are eligible for the upgrade:
- 2018 LS
- 2018 LC
- 2018 RC and RC F
- 2018 NX
- 2019 NX (produced before October 2018)
- 2019 RC F (produced before October 2018)
- 2019 ES, without factory navigation (purchased before October 2018)
As mentioned before, the CarPlay upgrade retails for $199 and owners should see their Lexus dealer for more information.
Lexus says that new software will be installed on the Lexus Multimedia System to add the CarPlayfeature, and a Lexus dealer is required to install the update.
CarPlay is already available in select 2019 Lexus vehicles including the 2019 UX crossover and the 2019 Lexus ES.
If you’ve had a chance to try this out, please let us know about your experience in the comments.
Via MacRumors and iPhone in Canada