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Is Apple CarPlay an add-on feature for Mercedes-Benz vehicles?

Mercedes-Benz aftermarket Apple CarPlay compatibility

Did you recently buy a Mercedes-Benz only to find that it wasn’t equipped with Apple CarPlay compatibility? Or do you drive an older-model Mercedes-Benz with hopes to add Apple CarPlay? Adding Apple CarPlay as an accessory is a subject that we often get questions about. To help our customers better understand the technology and its availability, we put together some information about Mercedes-Benz aftermarket Apple CarPlay compatibility.

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Can I add Apple CarPlay to my Mercedes-Benz?

Unfortunately, adding Apple CarPlay (or Android Auto) as an aftermarket accessory is not a possibility. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are offered as standard features on select Mercedes-Benz models, while other models need to be equipped with a specific available package from the manufacturer. For example, the C-Class must be equipped with the available Smartphone Integration Package for passengers to enjoy Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. Therefore, Mercedes-Benz models without Apple CarPlay compatibility cannot add the feature as an aftermarket accessory.

If you’re in the market for a new Mercedes-Benz vehicle but you want to ensure its equipped with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, contact the team at Mercedes-Benz of Scottsdale. Our large inventory has plenty of models with standard compatibility, along with models equipped with the required package. Our friendly sales staff will help you find the perfect match for you and your needs.

Mercedes-Benz CarPlay Availability

Safely using your phone while driving is easier than ever with Apple CarPlay. The system integrates with the vehicle’s in-dash touchscreen, steering-wheel controls, and the central controller, which allows users to enjoy a variety of apps via an interface that looks exactly like an iPhone. The system links iPhones and Siri to the vehicle so drivers can read or write text messages via voice, make or accept calls, stream music or audiobooks, navigate, and more—all without taking their eyes off the road.

The following Mercedes-Benz vehicles feature standard Apple CarPlay compatibility:

  • CLA-Class
  • CLS-Class
  • E-Class Sedan, Coupe, Cabriolet, and Wagon
  • G-Class
  • GLA
  • GLE Coupe
  • GLE SUV
  • GLS
  • SL
  • SLC


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