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Aftermarket Headunits

Discussion in 'Gen 4 Prius Audio and Electronics' started by liamr, Jan 4, 2017.

  1. liamr

    liamr Junior Member

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    Guys...

    I would like to replace the awful factory headunit on my 4th Gen Prius. I would like a unit from a reputable manufacturer that has Android Auto and requires little or no splicing. I also want all of the steering wheel buttons to work as they should.

    I would probably do the install myself as I don't trust what some "experts" will do behind the covers.

    what proven options are out there?

    Liam
     
    #1 liamr, Jan 4, 2017
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    Welcome to Prius Chat. You are not alone in seeing a simple exchange unit, but I fear is not as easy as it sounds. However, good luck and please post of you find a solution on your own as many would be interested.
     
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    thanks RCO. I'm hoping that a high end brand like Kenwood combined with one of the interface kits will make most things work.

    Seeing that you are in the UK and a fellow RHD driver, can you tell me whether there is a RHD double din dash kit available?
     
    #3 liamr, Jan 5, 2017
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    welcome! maybe drop into a car stereo shoppe and chat them up. you may come away with some good information. all the best!(y)
     
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    Sorry, I'm no expert in this field, but bisco (above) is world renowned for sound advice. I'm sure you could do worse. I know there are others doing similar things on other threads here, but they're all USA based and that could be well expensive from this side of the pond.
     
    #5 RCO, Jan 5, 2017
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