{"product_id":"mercedes-benz-c-class-w205-2014-2021-wireless-apple-carplay-android-auto-retrofit-kit-veehive-uk-upgrade-copy","title":"Mercedes-Benz C Class W205 (2014-2018) Wireless Apple CarPlay \u0026 Android Auto Retrofit Kit | VEEHIVE UK Upgrade","description":"\u003c!-- SHORT SHOPIFY OVERVIEW --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd Wireless Apple CarPlay \u0026amp; Android Auto\u003c\/strong\u003e to your \u003cstrong\u003eMercedes-Benz C-Class (W205, 2014–2021)\u003c\/strong\u003e with VEEHIVE’s plug-and-play retrofit. Upgrade your \u003cstrong\u003eNTG5.0 \/ NTG5.1 Audio 20 or COMAND system\u003c\/strong\u003e to enjoy full \u003cstrong\u003ewireless connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cstrong\u003eMaps, Spotify, WhatsApp, Siri, Google Assistant\u003c\/strong\u003e and more — all displayed seamlessly on your original 7-inch or 8.4-inch factory screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with NTG5.0 and NTG5.1 systems\u003c\/strong\u003e (2014–2021)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupports 7-inch and 8.4-inch COMAND \/ Audio 20 displays\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow to confirm your system:\u003c\/strong\u003e On your COMAND or Audio 20 unit, open \u003cstrong\u003eSystem → Settings → System Info\u003c\/strong\u003e. The display will show \u003cstrong\u003eNTG5.0\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eNTG5.1\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound via OEM Bluetooth or AUX\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScreen mirroring\u003c\/strong\u003e uses the \u003cstrong\u003eAUX channel\u003c\/strong\u003e for audio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwitch modes\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003elong-pressing the RETURN button\u003c\/strong\u003e on the control panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Plug \u0026amp; Play\u003c\/strong\u003e — No coding, no dealer tools, fully reversible install\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUK-wide fitting\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026amp; \u003cstrong\u003eWorldwide shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003c!-- FULL TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION --\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eMercedes-Benz C-Class W205 Apple CarPlay \u0026amp; Android Auto Retrofit Kit | Wireless CarPlay Upgrade (UK \u0026amp; EU)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVEEHIVE’s Mercedes C-Class W205 CarPlay Module\u003c\/strong\u003e adds \u003cstrong\u003eWireless Apple CarPlay\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eWireless Android Auto\u003c\/strong\u003e to vehicles equipped with \u003cstrong\u003eNTG5.0\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eNTG5.1\u003c\/strong\u003e Audio 20 or COMAND systems. Compatible with both \u003cstrong\u003e7-inch\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e8.4-inch\u003c\/strong\u003e factory screens, this kit keeps your \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal display, rotary controller, and steering-wheel buttons\u003c\/strong\u003e intact. It’s a \u003cstrong\u003eplug-and-play, reversible retrofit\u003c\/strong\u003e requiring \u003cstrong\u003eno coding, software activation, or screen replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse \u003cstrong\u003eGoogle Maps\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eApple Maps\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eWaze\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eSpotify\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eWhatsApp\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eYouTube Music\u003c\/strong\u003e directly on your OEM screen. All functions operate through your \u003cstrong\u003erotary dial, steering controls, or voice assistant\u003c\/strong\u003e for seamless integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned specifically for Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 (2014–2021)\u003c\/strong\u003e with NTG5.0 or NTG5.1 systems. \u003cem\u003eUK-wide installation available\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eworldwide shipping\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cnav aria-label=\"Page table of contents\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#why-upgrade\"\u003eWhy Upgrade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#key-features\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#audio-requirements\"\u003eAudio \u0026amp; Requirements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#mirroring-media\"\u003eScreen Mirroring \u0026amp; Media\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#cameras\"\u003eCamera Integration\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#install\"\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Operation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#compatibility\"\u003eCompatibility (NTG5.0 \/ NTG5.1)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#specs\"\u003eTechnical Specs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#warranty\"\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; Reversibility\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#faq\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#notes\"\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/nav\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"why-upgrade\"\u003eWhy Upgrade Your Mercedes C-Class W205\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe W205’s factory CarPlay option (if equipped) is \u003cstrong\u003ewired and limited in layout\u003c\/strong\u003e. VEEHIVE’s module enables \u003cstrong\u003ewireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto\u003c\/strong\u003e on both \u003cstrong\u003e7-inch and 8.4-inch screens\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving you smoother operation, faster connection, and a more modern infotainment experience. No cables, no lag, no dealer coding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeamlessly switch between your OEM interface and CarPlay\/Android Auto with a \u003cstrong\u003elong press of the RETURN button\u003c\/strong\u003e. Retains full use of \u003cstrong\u003erotary dial, steering buttons, and voice commands\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"key-features\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWireless \u0026amp; Wired Apple CarPlay\u003c\/strong\u003e (latest iOS supported)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWireless \u0026amp; Wired Android Auto\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports both \u003cstrong\u003e7-inch\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e8.4-inch\u003c\/strong\u003e screens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with \u003cstrong\u003eNTG5.0\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eNTG5.1\u003c\/strong\u003e systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNavigation: \u003cstrong\u003eGoogle Maps\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eApple Maps\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eWaze\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMusic: \u003cstrong\u003eSpotify\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eApple Music\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eDeezer\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eYouTube Music\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMessaging: \u003cstrong\u003eWhatsApp\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eiMessage\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eCalendar\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoice control via \u003cstrong\u003eSiri\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eGoogle Assistant\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"audio-requirements\"\u003eAudio \u0026amp; System Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDefault Sound Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOEM Bluetooth or AUX\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAUX Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure AUX is enabled in COMAND\/Audio 20. If unavailable, use an \u003cstrong\u003eAMI-to-AUX adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScreen Mirroring Audio:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always routed via AUX.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMode Switching:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLong-press RETURN\u003c\/strong\u003e to toggle between OEM and CarPlay\/Android Auto.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully \u003cstrong\u003eplug-and-play\u003c\/strong\u003e — no coding or dealer activation required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"mirroring-media\"\u003eScreen Mirroring \u0026amp; Media\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWireless iPhone screen mirroring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWired Android mirroring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB video playback\u003c\/strong\u003e (MP4 supported)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVideo-in-motion\u003c\/strong\u003e enabled for passenger use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/accessories\"\u003eVEEHIVE media accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"cameras\"\u003eOEM-Style Camera Integration (Optional)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd \u003cstrong\u003efront and rear cameras\u003c\/strong\u003e with dynamic steering lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrates with factory \u003cstrong\u003ePDC \/ parking sensors\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports OEM and aftermarket camera systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cameras\"\u003eMercedes camera kits\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"install\"\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Operation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation is \u003cstrong\u003enon-invasive, reversible, and fully plug-and-play\u003c\/strong\u003e. Control CarPlay\/Android Auto through the \u003cstrong\u003erotary controller\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003esteering-wheel buttons\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003evoice control\u003c\/strong\u003e. Switch between OEM and CarPlay\/Android Auto by \u003cstrong\u003elong-pressing RETURN\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional fitting available across the UK — book via \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/installations\"\u003eVEEHIVE Approved Fitters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"compatibility\"\u003eCompatibility (NTG5.0 \/ NTG5.1)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis retrofit fits Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 models (2014–2021)\u003c\/strong\u003e equipped with \u003cstrong\u003eNTG5.0\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eNTG5.1\u003c\/strong\u003e Audio 20 or COMAND systems. Works on both \u003cstrong\u003e7-inch\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e8.4-inch\u003c\/strong\u003e displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNTG5.0:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early W205 systems (2014–2017)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNTG5.1:\u003c\/strong\u003e Later systems (2017–2021) with enhanced graphics and faster response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm your system before ordering. Use the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/ntg-checker\"\u003eNTG Compatibility Checker\u003c\/a\u003e or send your VIN for verification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin: 1rem 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"675\" width=\"1200\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Mercedes NTG5 version screen showing NTG5.0 or NTG5.1\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eCheck your system under \u003cstrong\u003eSystem → Settings → System Info\u003c\/strong\u003e to confirm NTG5.0 or NTG5.1.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"specs\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApple CarPlay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWireless \u0026amp; Wired (latest iOS supported)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAndroid Auto\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWireless \u0026amp; Wired\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7-inch and 8.4-inch Audio 20 \/ COMAND screens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Path\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOEM Bluetooth or AUX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScreen Mirroring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eiPhone (Wireless) \/ Android (Wired)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVideo Playback\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB (MP4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVideo-in-Motion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnabled for passenger use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMode Switching\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong-press RETURN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlug \u0026amp; Play — No coding or programming\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"warranty\"\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; Reversibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis retrofit is \u003cstrong\u003efully reversible\u003c\/strong\u003e and doesn’t modify OEM hardware or software. Safe for leased or financed vehicles. No permanent wiring changes or coding required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"faq\"\u003eMercedes C-Class W205 CarPlay – Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this support both screen sizes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — works on both \u003cstrong\u003e7-inch\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e8.4-inch\u003c\/strong\u003e factory displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo my steering and rotary controls still work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — all OEM controls remain fully functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it wireless?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — both \u003cstrong\u003eWireless CarPlay\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eWireless Android Auto\u003c\/strong\u003e are supported.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need coding or dealer activation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — installation is 100% plug-and-play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it support cameras?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — compatible with OEM and aftermarket cameras with dynamic parking lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo you offer fitting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — book with a \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/installations\"\u003eVEEHIVE Approved Fitter\u003c\/a\u003e. Worldwide shipping available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"notes\"\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupports NTG5.0 and NTG5.1 systems only.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorks with both 7\" and 8.4\" Audio 20 \/ COMAND screens.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudio via OEM Bluetooth or AUX. Mirroring audio uses AUX.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck your system under \u003cstrong\u003eSystem → Settings → System Info\u003c\/strong\u003e before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBy purchasing, you agree to our \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/terms-of-service\"\u003eTerms \u0026amp; Conditions\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- Trust\/Service Blurb --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVEEHIVE | Mercedes CarPlay Retrofit Specialists\u003c\/strong\u003e — UK-wide fitting, fast dispatch, expert aftersales support. 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