Tired of plugging your iPhone in every time you get in the car?
At VW Central, we have the perfect solution for vehicles equipped with factory-fitted Apple CarPlay. Our Wireless CarPlay Adapter allows you to enjoy a fully wireless experience — simply plug the adapter into your car’s USB port, and it will automatically connect to your iPhone using Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
Crafted with carbon fibre material and designed with a built-in heat sink, this adapter offers enhanced durability and improved heat dissipation for optimal performance.
- Plug and Play — no coding or technical setup required
- Maintains access to your favourite CarPlay features including GPS navigation, Siri, calls, messages, music, and apps
- Compatible with a wide range of vehicles (see full list below)
- Supports automatic connection once paired — no need to reconnect each time
- Allows online updates for future improvements
- Please allow 15–30 seconds for pairing on initial startup
⚠️ Note: This product only works with vehicles that already have factory-fitted Apple CarPlay.
❌ Not compatible with Android Auto.
❌ Do not update the firmware without written consent from VW Central.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Does this Wireless CarPlay Adapter work with RCD330G radios?
A. Yes, we have tested and confirmed compatibility.
Q. How do I know if this will work in my car?
A. If your car came with Apple CarPlay pre-installed from the factory, this adapter will work. Please refer to the compatibility list below or contact us to confirm.
Q. Do I need to pair my phone every time I get into the car?
A. No, once your iPhone is paired, it will connect automatically each time.
Q. How does the adapter work?
A. It uses both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Bluetooth initiates the connection, while Wi-Fi handles data transfer to your iPhone.
Q. Are all iPhones compatible?
A. Yes, iPhones running iOS 7.1 to iOS 17.X+ are supported.
Q. Will this work with the iPhone 15 series?
A. Yes, including iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max.
Q. What if my partner and I both have iPhones?
A. The adapter will connect to the most recently paired device.
Q. How long does it take to connect?
A. Typically between 10–20 seconds, depending on your vehicle and head unit.
Q. Do I need a USB-C to USB-C connector?
A. Only if your vehicle has a USB-C-only port, such as 2020–2021 Audi models and 2020+ Mercedes-Benz (A-Class, GLC, GLA).
Q. Which VW models are not compatible due to the 9.2" display?
A. Not compatible with the Tiguan AD1, Golf MK7.5 GTI & R, or any VW model with the 9.2" infotainment system.
✅ Vehicle Compatibility
Compatible with factory-fitted Apple CarPlay vehicles from the following manufacturers.
A–C
- Abarth (2017–2022)
- Acura (2017–2022)
- Alfa Romeo (2018–2022)
- Alpine (aftermarket head-unit)
- Aston Martin (2017–2022)
- Audi (2017–2022) (except 9.2" display)
- Bentley (2017–2022)
- Borgward (2017–2022)
- Buick (2017–2022)
- Cadillac (2016–2022)
- Chevrolet (2016–2022)
- Chrysler (2017–2022)
- Citroën (2016–2022)
D–H
- Dodge (2017–2022)
- Ferrari (2016–2022)
- Fiat (2017–2022)
- Ford (2017–2022)
- Genesis (2017–2022)
- GMC (2016–2022)
- Harley-Davidson (2019–2022)
- Holden (2016–2022)
- Honda (2016–2022)
- Honda Bikes (2018–2022)
- Hyundai (2015–2022)
I–M
- Infiniti (2020–2022)
- Jaguar (2017–2022)
- Jeep (2017–2022)
- Kenwood (aftermarket head-unit)
- Kia (2015–2022)
- Land Rover (2017–2022)
- Lexus (2019–2022)
- Lincoln (2017–2022)
- Maserati (2017–2022)
- Mazda (2018–2022)
- Mercedes-Benz (2016–2022) (except USB-C models without adapter)
- MG Hector (2016–2022)
N–S
- Nissan (2017–2022)
- Opel (2016–2022)
- Peugeot (2017–2022)
- Pioneer (aftermarket head-unit)
- Porsche (2017–2022)
- RAM (2018–2022)
- Renault (2017–2022)
- Seat (2016–2022)
- Skoda (2016–2022)
- Sony (aftermarket head-unit)
- Subaru (2017–2022)
- Suzuki (2016–2022)
T–Z
- Toyota (2016–2022)
- Vauxhall (2016–2022)
- Volkswagen (2015–2022) (Not compatible with 9.2" display models e.g. Tiguan AD1, Golf MK7.5 GTI & R)
- Volvo (2016–2022)
❌ Not Compatible With:
- Any vehicle without factory-fitted Apple CarPlay
- Mitsubishi vehicles
- Android Auto systems
- VW models with 9.2” display units