Mercedes NTG 5/5.1 Apple CarPlay Android Auto Multimedia Retrofit Interface Kit SKU15250

The latest Xcarlink integration now makes it possible to add Apple Carplay and Android Auto to the original factory fitted Mercedes Comand NTG 5/5.1 or Audio 20 System. It provides the same functionality to Mercedes vehicles that were manufactured before the Apple Carplay and Android Auto option was available. 

This kit will provide Apple Car Play and Android Auto on the original Mercedes Screen and navigate through the system via the original Comand control knob or steering wheel controls just like the factory fitted option.

Provides access to all of the essential apps in your car such as Phone calls, messaging, Navigation, Music/Spotify etc, connected directly to your smartphone.

The system utilises the original Mercedes microphone if the vehicle is equipped with factory Bluetooth, or an external microphone can be purchased with the kit.   This allows integration of Voice commands through Google or Siri, and the sound is played through the car speakers via the AUX input.  

The system also provides Smartphone mirroring so that the apps that are not available through Android Auto and Apple Carplay can also be displayed on your factory screen.  

The Apple Carplay / Android auto kit does not replace any of the original equipment in the vehicle, it will instead add functionality to it while the original system will continue to operate as normal.

Features: 

• Integrates perfectly with the original Mercedes NTG5/5.1 or Audio 20 system; Does not require you to replace or modify the head unit or any of the existing equipment in the vehicle. 
• Provides the look and feel of the factory fitted Carplay /Android Auto solution now offered on new vehicles.  Full functionality on the original system which otherwise not be possible.
• Operate the system fully via the original Mercedes Comand controller, rotate and push to select, press the back button to enter the previous menu and return to the original Mercedes system at any time  
• Built in Smartphone Mirroring -  allowing any other apps to also be used on the original system which is not available through Apple Carplay & Android Auto. Such as Youtube etc.
• Integrates with the cars original microphone for hands-free and for using Siri or Google Voice Assist. Optional Mic available for vehicles that are not equipped with factory Bluetooth
• Optional Video Input and Rear Camera integration (with Dynamic parking guidelines)
• HD Integration giving you the highest possible image quality on your factory screen
• Keep your iPhone / Android phone charged when connected to the system
• Audio integration through the car’s original speaker system through the AUX input

Android Auto was designed with safety in mind. With a simple and intuitive interface integrated steering wheel controls, and powerful new voice actions its designed to minimize distraction so you can stay focused on the road.
Android Auto automatically brings you useful information and organises it into simple cards that appear just when they are needed.  Simply touch any of the icons via the original touchscreen.	Android Auto Supports both Google Maps and Waze Navigation.  Take advantage of voice-guided navigation, live traffic information, lane guidance and more
Make and receive phone calls, reply to messages or listen to voicemails while on the move.	Use Google Play Music or Spotify.  Browse by Artist, Albums, playlists access all your music in the vehicle.

The kit includes: 

• Xcarlink Apple Carplay / Android Auto Interface
• All cables / Plug and Play Harness
• Microphone (Optional)

Installation: 

Installation is plug and play behind the screen Comand head unit.  

Compatibility:

Compatible Mercedes Comand NTG 5/5.1 system and Audio 20 (Garmin Navigation) including:  

• A-Class (W176) – 2015 Onwards
• B Class (W246) – 2015 Onwards
• C Class (W205) – 2014 Onwards
• C Class Coupe (C205) – 2014 Onwards
• CLA Class – 2015 Onwards
• CLS Class (C218) ) – 2015 Onwards
• Class CLS Shooting ) – 2015 Onwards
• Class E (C207 Coupe) ) – 2015 Onwards
• Class E (W212) ) – 2015 Onwards
• GLC Class – 2015 Onwards
• GLK Class (X204) ) – 2015 Onwards
• GLA Class ) – 2015 Onwards
• GLE Class (W166) ) – 2015 Onwards
• S Class (W222) - 2014 Onwards (Select Option via Drop down list) 
• V Class 2014 – Onwards