Which Lexus Vehicles are Compatible with Apple CarPlay?

If you’re the kind of person who never leaves home without your smartphone, you’ll definitely want to consider getting a vehicle with Apple CarPlay®¹. This intuitive system allows you to access many of your favorites apps and familiar interface right on the vehicle’s center stack touchscreen. We’ve made it easy with our list of compatible Lexus vehicles! If you have any questions about Apple CarPlay® or other Lexus technology features, feel free to give us a call at 703-991-8537.

Current Models 

As a luxury vehicle brand and one that stays on the cutting edge of technology, Lexus has equipped many of its 2019 vehicles with available or standard Apple CarPlay® compatibility. If you’re interested in a coupe or a sedan, the LC, RC, LS, and select models² of the NX and RC-F all have standard connectivity for your compatible iPhone³. Additionally, the ES can have Apple CarPlay® with the available Navigation Package. When it comes to SUVs, the UX and the NX will let you access your, playlists, contacts, and more.  As new models and iterations are released, this list is expected to go up, so be sure to contact our sales team to get the latest selection of applicable Lexus models!

What Apps Come with Apple CarPlay?

For those who are wondering what they can do with Apple CarPlay®, the answer is too long to list here. However, we’ll go through a few of the highlights to get you excited about the technology available while you are on the go. The main purpose is so that you can safely access apps from the center stack display rather than on the phone itself while you are driving. Depending on the vehicle, you’ll be able to use voice control, the touchscreen, or buttons surrounding the touchscreen. Apple Maps allows you to pull-up saved maps or addresses that you might have gotten in a text or email. When it comes to receiving calls, you’ll clearly be able to see who the contact is and answer or mute. For audiophiles, the music portion of Apple CarPlay® provides a seamless connection to your favorite songs from iTunes, Apple Music subscription, and more.

Come Take a Test Drive

The best way to experience how well Apple CarPlay® complements Lexus vehicles is by visiting us for a test drive. Not only will you get hands-on access to all of the different apps, you can explore the premium comfort and performance features each model has to offer. Our knowledgeable sales team would love to help you find the Lexus vehicle that has the features you want. Plus, we have numerous financing and leasing options available to match your budget.

Which Lexus vehicles are compatible with Apple CarPlay®? Now that you know, head on over to Pohanka Lexus and see them up close and in person!