Barris

Just been informed by Lexus UK that existing LCs are unsuitable for the Apple CarPlay upgrade to be installed as part of the forthcoming LC upgrade.

Just seen that the forthcoming LC500 upgrade is to introduce Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard. I hope they'll also offer these upgrades on existing LC500s? Can't see why not.

Thanks Chris and Malcolm. Very helpful indeed.

Thanks AJ. That's very helpful. I'm certainly not dismissing the LC500 because of no Apple CarPlay. It's a bit unfortunate but I can live without Apple CarPlay for what looks like owning a great car - and, as you say, it's just a matter of getting used to the Lexus system.

Thanks. Lexus must know that they have a real problem with the infotainment system in the LC500 (as with all their models), which must surely be affecting sales. Surely in the short term before a better system is introduced, installing Apple CarPlay would be a big help. Sorry if I’m preaching to the converted.

Hi All. I'm seriously thinking of buying a Lexus Sport Plus but, since all the reviews give the infontainment system a severe slating, I was hoping I could get the car with Apple CarPlay. I've read with interest all of your comments and speculation on this. I spoke to my local Lexus dealer the other day and he had no knowledge of whether Apple CarPlay might be introduced to new LC500s and/or as a retrofit. I then emailed Lexus UK and they replied that there are no plans to introduce Apple CarPlay to the LC500. Considering that Apple CarPlay is being introduced into some of the Lexus range I find it remarkable that Lexus's flagship model is not included. If anyone has any better knowledge on all this then I'd love to hear. Thanks