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ANDROID AUTO.

Android Auto gives you access to numerous functions and contents on your Android smartphone while driving your BMW.

You also want to use your Android smartphone while on the road in your BMW? Android Auto lets you access numerous functions and contents on your smartphone when driving. Your smartphone is conveniently connected to your car wirelessly. All the key information is shown in the standard Android app presentation on the control display. This means Android Auto provides quick and secure access to your personal smartphone apps while driving.

Use Android Auto to dial your contacts while driving, to dictate and send messages or to operate your Smart Home devices. And if there is nothing interesting on the radio, you can find the right station using TuneIn, listen to audio books via the Audible app or play the latest podcasts along with your preferred playlists on YouTube Music. All while you are guided to your destination with the aid of Google Maps and receive navigation tips directly in your field of vision on your Head-up Display.

The smartphone apps are operated via the control system of your BMW or conveniently by voice command via the Google Assistant. Simply say "OK, Google" or press the voice button on the steering wheel to activate the digital voice assistant on your smartphone.

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ANDROID AUTO. Android Auto gives you access to numerous functions and contents on your Android smartphone while driving your BMW.
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REQUIREMENTS FOR ANDROID AUTO.

Android Auto has been available since 2020. To use Android Auto, you will need an Android smartphone with Android 11 and 5 Ghz Wi-Fi regardless of the smartphone manufacturer. Smartphones from the manufacturers Google and Samsung with Android 10 are likewise compatible.


Android Auto requires the BMW Operating System 7 in your vehicle. The service is part of the optional Connected Package Professional (6C3/4) package. This is available only in connection with BMW Live Cockpit Plus (6U2) or BMW Live Cockpit Professional (6U3). Suitably equipped cars with BMW Operating System 7 can be retrofitted with Android Auto by upgrading software.


In countries where the Connected Package Professional is not available, Android Auto is part of the optional Smartphone Integration (6CP) feature.


Android Auto service has no expiration date and is permanently available in your BMW.


Note: Requirements may vary from country to country.

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