Does the 2026 Hyundai KONA Have Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ in Glendora, CA?

CardinaleWay Hyundai Glendora – Does the 2026 Hyundai KONA Have Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ in Glendora, CA?

Short answer: yes. At CardinaleWay Hyundai Glendora, we meet shoppers every day who want the 2026 Hyundai KONA for its compact size, confident performance, and seriously smart tech. One of the most asked questions is whether KONA supports truly cable-free smartphone integration. If you commute along the 210, shuttle kids across Glendora, or head up to local trailheads on the weekends, wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ make every drive simpler and more connected.

Every 2026 KONA trim includes wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ on a vibrant 12.3-inch touchscreen display. That means you can access maps, messages, music, and voice assistants without reaching for a cable. Step up trims layer in more tech: SEL Premium and Limited add a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, while Limited brings built-in navigation, Wi-Fi hotspot capability, Bose® Premium Audio, and Hyundai Digital Key 2 Touch. Bluelink+ also lets you remotely lock, unlock, and start your KONA from a compatible smartphone, adding convenience to the premium in-cabin experience.

Wireless integration is more than convenience. Because it is cable-free, you can keep your phone in a bag or the console, rely on Siri or Google Assistant for eyes-on-the-road commands, and enjoy a cleaner cabin. Available wireless device charging helps keep your phone powered while you stream, navigate, and text by voice. For families and rideshares, the system recognizes your preferred apps the moment your device connects, so you are up and running as soon as you start the engine.

1. Prepare your phone: Enable Bluetooth and Wi-Fi and ensure Apple CarPlay or Android Auto is up to date.
2. Start your KONA: With the vehicle in Park, open the 12.3-inch touchscreen and select Phone Projection to begin pairing.
3. Pair and connect: Choose your device from the on-screen list, confirm the pairing code, and approve prompts on your phone.
4. Customize settings: Set your default nav app, audio preferences, and voice assistant for a hands-free experience.

Not sure which KONA matches your tech wish list? Here is how connectivity and displays break down across trims:

• SE: Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, 12.3-inch touchscreen display, Smart Cruise Control (SCC) with Stop & Go.
• SEL Sport: Adds wireless device charging, dual automatic temperature control, and stylish 18-inch alloy wheels.
• SEL Premium: 190-hp 1.6L turbocharged GDI 4-cylinder engine, 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, H-Tex® seating, wireless device charging.
• Limited: 12.3-inch touchscreen with navigation, Hyundai Digital Key 2 Touch, Wi-Fi hotspot capability, Bose® Premium Audio, Surround View Monitor (SVM), Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA).

Smartphone integration also pairs beautifully with advanced Hyundai SmartSense features. Use voice prompts for navigation while Highway Driving Assist (HDA) helps center you in your lane on extended freeway stretches. Enjoy turn-by-turn directions as Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM) and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA) add confidence in traffic. Around town, parking is easier with Remote Smart Parking Assist and Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist – Reverse/Forward/Side, while the 360-degree perspective from SVM is especially helpful in tight garages across Glendora and nearby neighborhoods.

If you prefer off-the-grid escapes, available HTRAC All Wheel Drive gives you extra traction on wet or loose surfaces while your phone projects offline-capable maps. For everyday ease, Limited’s Hyundai Digital Key 2 Touch lets you unlock and start your KONA with a compatible smartphone and even share access with family. From quick coffee runs on Route 66 to weekend getaways, KONA’s wireless ecosystem keeps your drives seamless and your cabin clutter-free.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Does every 2026 Hyundai KONA trim include wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™?

Yes. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ are included across the 2026 KONA lineup, so you get cable-free integration whether you choose SE, SEL Sport, SEL Premium, or Limited. Limited further adds built-in navigation and Wi-Fi hotspot capability for even greater flexibility.

Do I need a data plan to use navigation and music wirelessly?

When you run Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, your phone’s data connection powers apps like Maps, Waze, Spotify, and Podcasts. Limited’s available Wi-Fi hotspot capability can provide in-cabin internet for passengers’ devices. Bluelink+ remote features operate separately through Hyundai’s connected services.

Can I charge my phone wirelessly while using CarPlay or Android Auto?

Yes. Wireless device charging is available on SEL Sport, SEL Premium, and Limited. For SE or if you prefer, you can also use a USB cable to power your device while still enjoying wireless projection on the 12.3-inch touchscreen.

Ready to experience the 2026 Hyundai KONA’s wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ in person? Visit our showroom at 1253 South Lone Hill Avenue, Glendora, CA 91740. Our team at CardinaleWay Hyundai Glendora, serving San Dimas, Covina, and Azusa, will help you compare trims, pair your phone, and set up your favorite apps in minutes. Call our Sales team to schedule a personalized test drive today.

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