Hi there - excited to join the club, pulled the trigger and literally just bought a 2019 LE. I wasn’t able to justify the cost increase for a 2020 LE - but would really love CarPlay. Has anyone with a 2019 considered putting in a 2020 head unit in the car? Would it be a fairly straightforward install? If 3rd party would be recommended instead, which functions would I lose (I’ve read that there are solutions for retaining the backup camera at the very least). Thanks in advance!
congrats and welcome! iirc, toyota may be offering an upgrade. try searching the prime audio forum for more info
I put the Alpine Halo 9 in my 2017 Prius. I lost the following settings: Headlamps-On Sensitivity Headlamps Auto-Off Timer Daytime Running Lights Interior Lights Off Timer Auto A/C Mode Auto Relock Timer Lock/Unlock Feedback-Lights Lock/Unlock Feeback-Tone Automatic Door Lock Automatic Door Unlock Remote 2-Press Unlock Wireless Lock when Door Opened Select Doors to Unlock These are all settings I feel like I never need to change, so I set them to my preference before I had the aftermarket stereo installed. I have some pictures in this thread: Gen4 Prius with Alpine Halo9 ILX-F309 | PriusChat
Very helpful, thank you everyone. I’m really quite excited about the journey. We’re debating getting a second one as we’re pretty smitten so far.
I have a 2020 AWDe LE and just replaced the stock stereo with a Kenwood DDS57S to get Android Auto (USB connected, not Bluetooth) and a CD player (it plays DVDs too). The Kenwood also supports Apple Car Play (which I don't use), a rear view camera, hands-free Bluetooth phone and the steering wheel controls mostly work (with an extra interface). It cost $1000 for this stereo with a professional installation (about 3 hours elapsed time). If any are interested, I removed my factory radio unit which works perfectly and has no noticeable cosmetic flaws PM me if interested. JeffD
