Which cars have over-the-air updates?
Rather than sending your vehicle to a dealership for a much-needed update, some manufacturers have employed remote technology to update their cars.
Technology in cars is developing at a rapid pace, resulting in safer, more advanced vehicles – and improved convenience for their owners.
Rather than rely on customers bringing their vehicles into dealerships and service centres for system updates, plenty of carmakers have taken advantage of over-the-air (OTA) updates.
Over-the-air updates are software upgrades delivered to your car wirelessly, allowing drivers to update the systems and features in their vehicles without having to leave home.
To find out which car brands and their respective models have over-the-air updates available, Drive contacted a range of Australian manufacturers to find out.
Do Audi cars have over-the-air updates?
All Audi models with Audi Connect Plus have OTA updates for their navigation maps.
These models include: the Audi A1 (35 TFSI with Technik package and 40 TFSI), A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, Q3, Q5, Q7, Q8, Q8 E-Tron, E-Tron GT.
The Audi Q2 and Audi TT do not have OTA updates available.
Do BMW cars have over-the-air updates?
All current BMW models have available OTA updates, though the functions and services are dependent on the vehicle model and factory-fitted hardware, a BMW spokesperson told Drive.
While there are a plethora of OTA updates, BMW said some OTA updates include: BMW Operating System 8 to 8.5 (on select models), BMW Infotainment Apps and Services, BMW Drive Recorder, and Remote Engine Start just to name a few.
Do BYDcars have over-the-air updates?
All current BYD models have over-the-air updates and its software updates are based on customer feedback.
Do Citroen cars have over-the-air updates?
Citroen currently offers its OTA updates on the Citroen C5 X range – a Citroen spokesperson informed Drive OTA updates can be for system updates to the infotainment and navigation, as well as the telematics unit.
Do Chery cars have over-the-air updates?
A Chery spokesperson told Drive while Chery doesn't currently offer OTA updates on any of its current models, it is looking to possibly include it in future plans.
Do Cupra cars have over-the-air updates?
There are no current OTA updates available on any Cupra models.
Do Ferrari cars have over-the-air updates?
All Ferrari models available in Australia currently do not have OTA updates available.
Do Ford cars have over-the-air updates?
A spokesperson for Ford Australia told Drive it has begun sending OTA updates on some Ford Ranger and Ford Everest models from MY22 onwards and this functionality will continue to feature on future variants for these models.
The updates offer "additional quality and convenience, along with software security updates" with Ford sharing more specific updates in early 2024.
Do GWM cars have over-the-air updates?
GWM does not offer any OTA updates on any of its current models but is looking to possibly introduce it in the future.
Do Honda cars have over-the-air updates?
All current Honda models except the Honda Accord are available with OTA updates.
A spokesperson for Honda Australia told Drive the Honda OTA system is capable of delivering updates to navigation maps and infotainment audio systems.
Do Hyundai cars have over-the-air updates?
Hyundai offers OTA update functionality on its Ioniq models, all variants of the Kona, and the recently facelifted Hyundai Sonata.
A spokesperson for Hyundai Australia told Drive while it hasn't done any OTA updates to date, all available OTA updates will be listed on its website.
Do Isuzu cars have over-the-air updates?
An Isuzu spokesperson told Drive that the Isuzu D-Max and Isuzu MU-X aren't available with OTA updates – however, "all necessary software and firmware updates are routinely carried out by any one of our 165 Isuzu Ute dealers' sites nationwide, at either a scheduled service or at the request of the customer".
Do Jaguar cars have over-the-air updates?
Five Jaguar models are currently available with OTA updates – these variants include the Jaguar XE, Jaguar XF, Jaguar F-Pace, Jaguar E-Pace and the Jaguar I-Pace – the Jaguar F-Type is the only model to not have an OTA update available.
Do Jeep cars have over-the-air updates?
Jeep Australia currently offers OTA updates on Jeep Grand Cherokee models from MY23 onwards – with customers benefiting from "timely UConnect software and embedded application updates".
Do Kia cars have over-the-air updates?
The recently launched Kia EV9 is currently the only model available with OTA functionality – however, a Kia spokesperson informed Drive OTA updates will be featured in facelift upgraded and next-generation models, with the Kia Sorento update (due to arrive in Australian showrooms in December) and the Kia Carnival update (due to arrive in Australia in 2024) next in line to receive the functionality.
According to Kia Australia, the OTA updates offer customers "the latest maps, interfaces and software enhancements, without them having to visit a service centre".
Do Land Rover cars have over-the-air updates?
All Land Rover models available in Australia are equipped with OTA updates, which can improve things like Android Auto connectivity and even climate-control functionality.
Do LDV cars have over-the-air updates?
There are currently no LDV models available with OTA updates.
Do Lexus cars have over-the-air updates?
A spokesperson for Lexus Australia told Drive all vehicles equipped with Lexus Connected Media (21MM) have OTA updates available.
These models include the MY21 Lexus LS, MY22 Lexus ES, MY22 Lexus NX, MY22 Lexus LX, MY23 Lexus ES, MY23 Lexus LS, MY23 Lexus UX, MY23 Lexus RX, MY23 Lexus RZ, and MY23 Lexus LM.
Do Mazda cars have over-the-air updates?
There are currently no Mazda models available with OTA updates.
Do Mercedes-Benz cars have over-the-air updates?
A spokesperson for Mercedes-Benz Australia told Drive all models equipped with "Mercedes Me connect capability have the ability to be updated over the air".
The OTA updates in Mercedes-Benz models offer a variety of software updates for the communication module, head unit or MBUX infotainment systems.
Do MG cars have over-the-air updates?
No current MG models in Australia are equipped with OTA updates – however, a spokesperson for MG told Drive the functionality could feature in future software updates for the MG 4.
Do Mini cars have over-the-air updates?
Mini currently has OTA updates available on all its models – however, current-generation variants have an older operating system, and while there are no infotainment screens, they do offer Mini Connected, which is an app offering navigation and maps, direct access to Mini service centres, and unspecified new features and functions – it is available on most smartphones via the app store.
Do Nissan cars have over-the-air updates?
There are currently no Nissan models available with OTA updates.
Do Peugeot cars have over-the-air updates?
OTA updates are currently available on the Peugeot 308 range – and can upgrade software for the infotainment system and telematics unit.
Do Polestar cars have over-the-air updates?
The Polestar 2 is available with OTA updates that can upgrade the electric car's braking and software systems.
Do Porsche cars have over-the-air updates?
The Porsche Taycan is able to carry out OTA updates that allow for tweaks to software, with plans to expand this capability further – other Porsche models available with OTA updates include the Porsche Macan, Cayenne, 911, Panamera and Taycan.
Do Ram cars have over-the-air updates?
There are currently no Ram models available with OTA updates.
Do Range Rover cars have over-the-air updates?
All Range Rover models in Australia are available with OTA updates – with performance upgrades on various cameras as well as Bluetooth updates to name a few.
Do Renault cars have over-the-air updates?
There are currently no Renault models available with OTA updates.
Do Skoda cars have over-the-air updates?
There are currently no Skoda models available with OTA updates.
Do SsangYong cars have over-the-air updates?
SsangYong does not offer OTA updates on any models in the Australian market.
Do Subaru cars have over-the-air updates?
A Subaru spokesperson told Drive OTA updates are available on specific Subaru models, which include the Subaru Impreza from MY17 onwards (variants equipped with an 8.0-inch infotainment system only), the Subaru XV from MY18 onward (variants with an 8.0-inch infotainment system only), and all MY19 onward Subaru model variants equipped with either 8.0 or 11.6-inch infotainment systems only.
Subaru's OTA updates are for map or firmware updates to the relevant models' infotainment systems only.
Do Suzuki cars have over-the-air updates?
There are currently no Suzuki models available with OTA updates.
Do Tesla cars have over-the-air updates?
All Tesla cars can carry out over-the-air updates to add new features and improve upon existing technology – and these updates are even able to upgrade the cars' safety systems.
Do Toyota cars have over-the-air updates?
Toyota Australia offers OTA updates on the following models: Toyota Camry, Toyota Corolla (Hatch and Sedan variant), Toyota Yaris Cross, Toyota Corolla Cross, Toyota RAV4, Toyota Kluger, Toyota HiLux, Toyota HiAce, Toyota Granvia and the Toyota GR Corolla.
According to a Toyota Australia spokesperson, "Systems that can be updated OTA vary model by model, depending on the level of the Data Connected Module and Multimedia Unit installed".
Do Volkswagen cars have over-the-air updates?
There are currently no Volkswagen models available with OTA updates.
Do Volvo cars have over-the-air updates?
All MY23 onward Volvo models have OTA capabilities such as introducing the Youtube app, improved modification and image quality on specific camera systems, as well as minor drivetrain adjustments on specific models.
For a full list of the software updates, visit the Volvo Australia website.
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