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> The built-in GPS is next to useless, since the maps are from 2015. In theory, I could purchase a map update from BMW, which I’ve tried several times. But the
by smacktoward 7y ago
> The built-in GPS is next to useless, since the maps are from 2015. In theory, I could purchase a map update from BMW, which I’ve tried several times. But the site (BMW ConnectedDrive) that sells map upgrade is a mess. All the times I’ve tried, I’ve run in to one error or another. That site is all around awful. Completely indecipherable error messages, shoddy layout and design work, you name it.
I'm feeling this one. I drive a 2015 Subaru. Overall it's a great car, but the infotainment system is just dire, slow and clunky and painful to use.
Of course the maps in the built-in GPS are pretty out of date by now, too. And you can download new maps from a Subaru web site, but only if you're willing to shell out $200 (!) for the update -- which is just enough money to make me feel like I should put it towards a completely new head unit instead, which would solve a bunch of problems (including the maps) at once. But then aftermarket GPS head units that also support CarPlay/Android Auto cost $700 and up, so...
Sigh.
- ollien 7y agoI have a 2018 Subaru. It's still terrible. The built in infotainment system basically serves as an Android Auto launcher for me. The dumbest feature is that it insists on turning the radio on every single time I start the car, even if I've pressed in the volume button to mute it.