Porsche’s smartphone integration has long been Apple-centric unless you were upgrading a classic car, but that’s finally going to change. The automaker is making Android Auto available for the first time in new cars, starting with the 2022 model year 911. You can grab Google Maps directions from your Android phone when you’re headed to the track, for example.
Porsche is expanding from its Apple-focused smartphone integration to show Android users some love. In 2022 Porsche 911 lovers will be able to connect their Android phones and get Google Maps directions. When you have that much power under the hood you need great directions to get where you are going fast.
Overall the new move is a tech upgrade to bring a new Porsche Communication Management (PCM) infotainment-based system. This is similar to what you can find in the Porsche Taycan. This system includes both wired and wireless Apple Car Play, Apple Music, Apple Podcasts, and more.
Users will have features like “hey, Porsche” voice control and Navigation Plus will be will require a subscription. Because of course, it is. Thankfully, Porsche will offer a three-year trial period which also includes three months of Sirius XM with 360L so you can rock out while speeding down the highway.
Other upgrades include a Tesla-style feature making it easier to pull out of a tight parking spot. The new Porsche 911 with a PDK aka dual-clutch automatic can be summoned via optional Remote ParkAssist. By using your smartphone you can have your car pull out of the parking spot all on its own. The 911 is growing up.
Remote ParkAssist also gives prospective buyers Active Parking Support. This is a 3D view to help with more professional parking jobs. Also, buyers will get rear cross-traffic warnings and lane change assistance.
As you’d guess, this won’t be cheap. The 2022 911 lineup starts at $101,200 for a base Carrera, and it scales all the way to $219,800 for a Turbo S Cabriolet. You may also have to be patient depending on the model you buy. The GT3 you see here ($161,100, if you’re curious) won’t reach dealers until the fall. That’s a long time to wait just to get Android Auto in your coupe, so it might be worth scooping up a 2021 model if you’re content to use Porsche’s in-house features instead of phone apps.
