BMW OEM APPLE CARPLAY ACTIVATION 2016+ BMW models equipped with Professional Navigation (NBT EVO ID5/ID6).

BMW OEM Apple CarPlay Activation – Wireless & Fullscreen

Upgrade your BMW with genuine wireless Apple CarPlay, allowing you to access your favourite iPhone apps directly through your original BMW iDrive display.

Control Apple CarPlay using your iDrive controller, compatible touchscreen or Siri voice commands through your steering wheel.

Apple CarPlay Features

• Wireless Apple CarPlay – No cables required
• Fullscreen Apple CarPlay – Make full use of your BMW widescreen display where supported
• Navigation – Apple Maps, Google Maps and Waze
• Music & Entertainment – Spotify, Apple Music and podcasts
• Calls & Messages – Hands-free communication
• Siri Voice Control – Simply say “Hey Siri” or use the steering wheel voice button
• Original BMW Integration – No aftermarket screens or interfaces required

Vehicle Compatibility

This activation requires the BMW NBT EVO ID5 or ID6 system, featuring the tiled iDrive menu, commonly found in BMW models manufactured from 2016 onwards.

Compatible with a wide range of BMW 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 Series and X models.

Please refer to picture 6 for the compatible iDrive layout.

Fullscreen Apple CarPlay

Our package includes Fullscreen Apple CarPlay activation where supported, allowing CarPlay to utilise the entire BMW display rather than the smaller split-screen layout.

Fullscreen availability depends on your head unit’s software version. Some vehicles may require an additional software update.

Genuine BMW System – No Hardware Replacement

Activation is performed on your existing compatible BMW NBT EVO system, retaining the original factory iDrive functionality.

Some vehicles may require a Wi-Fi antenna for wireless connectivity.

Nationwide Activation Available

GA Retrofits specialises in genuine BMW OEM retrofits, coding and programming.

📍 Southampton, Hampshire

📞 07576 671003

✉️ Sam@GARetrofits.co.uk

Please send us your vehicle registration or VIN before purchasing to confirm compatibility.

GA Retrofits – OEM Retrofit Specialists Since 2014.