I’m in the market for a new car, but I want to make sure that I can connect my iPhone to the head unit. Does Apple CarPlay come standard on the Hyundai Elantra?
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Maybe—it all depends on which model year and trim you drive. As long as you buy an Elantra from the 2016 model year or newer, you should be able to find one with Apple CarPlay. Here’s a quick breakdown of the trims/ upgrades that provide CarPlay from each available model year:
2016: Elantra GT only
2017: Popular equipment package ($800 option)
2018: SEL trim only
2019: Standard on all trims except the SE
2020: Standard on all trims except the SE
2021 and newer: Standard on all trims
Some of the top features of Apple CarPlay are:
Listen to voicemail
Use voice commands via Siri
Make and receive calls and text messages
Minimize distractions while driving
Get all of your apps right on the car’s touchscreen
Listen to music from your iTunes library
Navigate roads via Apple Maps
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