The Android Auto mobile app was developed to replicate the home screen of users smartphones on in-car infotainment systems, and is a direct competitor to Apple CarPlay.
Cra manufacturers are aware of how important connectivity is in our daily lives, and most of them offer platforms that support both systems, though not every car on sale has Android Auto compatibility – and those that don’t are some of the biggest names in the industry.
If it’s something that you consider an essential feature, then here are the new cars currently on sale in the UK that have Android Auto compatibility. If you're looking to enquire, please select which manufacturer that is of interest below.
Abarth
Fiat’s sporting offshoot offers Android Auto software on both its 595 and 695 models.
Alfa Romeo
Andorid Auto is integrated into the infotainment systems of the Giulia and Stelvio models, with plans to introduce it to the Giulia also imminent.
Audi
Audi offers Android Auto across its entire model range, from the A1 to the R8 sports car.
BMW
Astonishingly, no current BMW models offer Android Auto. However, the company is planning to introduce compatible software later this year due to customer demand.
Citroen
Citroen buyers can specify Android Auto on the C3, C3 Aircross, C4 Cactus, C4, C4 Picasso, C4 Grand Picasso and Spacetourer SUV.
DS
The DS4, DS5 and DS7 Crossback all come with Android Auto as standard
Fiat
At present, the 500, 500L and Tipo are offered with Android Auto
Ford
Vehicles fitted with Ford’s latest SYNC 3 infotainment system can all use Android Auto, including Fiesta, Focus, Mondeo, C-Max, Edge, S-Max, Galaxy, Kuga, Mustang and all Transit variants. All Vignale models get the technology as standard.
Honda
At present, Android Auto is offered on the Jazz, Civic and CR-V SUV.
Hyundai
All Hyundai models apart from the i800 can be specified with Android Auto
Infiniti
Android Auto isn’t available yet, but will be soon.
Jaguar
Jaguar’s In-Command system doesn’t currently feature Android Auto, but future developments of the infotainment system will.
Jeep
The Jeep Wrangler, Compass and Grand Cherokee all feature Android Auto.
Kia
Every Kia can be ordered with Android Auto, while it’s standard on higher spec models and all versions of the new Stinger.
Land Rover
All Land Rover vehicles will soon be compatible with Android Auto, but not until later this year.
Maserati
All Maserati models have Android Auto.
Mazda
Android Auto is not currently available on any Mazda model.
Mercedes-Benz
Android Auto technology is offered on all Mercedes-Benz models, with higher end vehicles featuring it as standard.
Mitsubishi
Android Auto is offered on the Mirage, ASX, Outlander (including PHEV) and Eclipse Cross.
Peugeot
Most Peugeots have the technology, including the brand’s commercial vehicles. The only car not to feature it is the 108 city car.
Renault
All of Renault’s passenger cars feature Android Auto, while it will also introduce the technology to its commercial vehicles later this year.
SEAT
Android Auto is available on all SEAT cars other than the Mii.
Skoda
The only Skoda not available with Android Auto is the Citigo.
Smart
Both the ForTwo and the ForFour can be specified with Android Auto.
Ssangyong
The Rexton SUV is offered with Android Auto.
Subaru
The new XV and Impreza both feature Android Auto, while it’s also available on the Outback, Levorg and BRZ.
Suzuki
Android Auto is currently offered on the Ignis and Swift models.
Vauxhall
Through its Intellilink system, Vauxhall offers Android Auto on the Adam, Viva, Corsa, Astra, Insignia, Zafira, Crossland-X, Mokka and Grandland-X. It’s not available on the GTC.
Volkswagen
All Volkswagen models other than the Up! are available with Android Auto.
Volvo
Volvo offers Android Auto on the XC40, V50, XC60, S90, V90 and XC90 models.