{"product_id":"mercedes-benz-cls-class-c257-2018-2023-wireless-apple-carplay-android-auto-retrofit-kit-veehive-uk-upgrade","title":"Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class C257 (2018–2023) 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 Full-Screen Wireless Apple CarPlay \u0026amp; Android Auto\u003c\/strong\u003e to your \u003cstrong\u003eMercedes-Benz CLS-Class (C257, 2018–2023)\u003c\/strong\u003e with VEEHIVE’s advanced plug-and-play retrofit. Keep your original COMAND or MBUX screen, steering-wheel controls, and sound system while upgrading to a modern, wireless interface for navigation, music, and hands-free communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with NTG 5.5 (2018–2020) and NTG 6.0 \/ MBUX (2020–2023)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull-screen Wireless CarPlay \u0026amp; Android Auto\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSound via OEM Bluetooth or USB\u003c\/strong\u003e — no coding or dealer activation required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwitch modes\u003c\/strong\u003e from touchscreen or rotary controller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Plug \u0026amp; Play\u003c\/strong\u003e — reversible install, dealer-safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUK-wide fitting \u0026amp; Worldwide shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003c!-- FULL TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION --\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eMercedes-Benz CLS-Class C257 Full-Screen Apple CarPlay \u0026amp; Android Auto Retrofit | Wireless Upgrade (UK \u0026amp; EU)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVEEHIVE’s Mercedes CLS C257 CarPlay Module\u003c\/strong\u003e upgrades your NTG 5.5 or MBUX NTG 6.0 system to \u003cem\u003eWireless Full-Screen Apple CarPlay and Wireless Android Auto\u003c\/em\u003e. The factory CLS setup offers wired CarPlay on a split display by default — this retrofit transforms it into a wireless, full-screen experience on your OEM display without losing factory functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorks with both \u003cstrong\u003e8.4-inch (COMAND NTG 5.5)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e10.25-inch (MBUX NTG 6.0)\u003c\/strong\u003e screens. All OEM controls remain intact — touchscreen, rotary dial, steering buttons, and voice assistant. No coding or dealer tools required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class C257 (2018–2023)\u003c\/strong\u003e. \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 (NTG 5.5 \/ NTG 6.0 MBUX)\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 CLS-Class C257\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory CLS offers wired CarPlay limited to a split screen. VEEHIVE’s module enables \u003cem\u003ewireless full-screen CarPlay and Android Auto\u003c\/em\u003e, bringing a smooth, modern interface to your luxury interior. Navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps, stream music from Spotify or Apple Music, and control everything via the touchscreen or steering buttons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"key-features\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull-Screen Wireless Apple CarPlay \u0026amp; Android Auto\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks with \u003cstrong\u003eNTG 5.5\u003c\/strong\u003e (COMAND) and \u003cstrong\u003eNTG 6.0 MBUX\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\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: \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\u003eNTG 5.5 (COMAND):\u003c\/strong\u003e Audio via OEM Bluetooth or AUX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNTG 6.0 (MBUX):\u003c\/strong\u003e Audio via OEM Bluetooth only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMode Switching:\u003c\/strong\u003e Touchscreen or rotary dial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully \u003cem\u003ePlug \u0026amp; Play\u003c\/em\u003e — no coding or dealer activation\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 guidelines\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 cameras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"install\"\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Operation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation is non-invasive and reversible. The module connects behind the OEM head unit using factory connectors. Control CarPlay\/Android Auto through the touchscreen, rotary controller, or voice assistant. Switch between OEM and CarPlay modes through the main menu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrefer professional fitting? Book a \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/installations\"\u003eVEEHIVE Approved Fitter\u003c\/a\u003e — UK-wide coverage available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"compatibility\"\u003eCompatibility (NTG 5.5 \/ NTG 6.0 MBUX)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis module fits Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class C257 (2018–2023)\u003c\/strong\u003e equipped with \u003cem\u003eNTG 5.5 (COMAND)\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003eNTG 6.0 (MBUX)\u003c\/em\u003e systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNTG 5.5 (COMAND)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Pre-facelift models (2018–2020)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNTG 6.0 (MBUX)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Facelift models (2020–2023)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm your system version before ordering. Use the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/mbux-checker\"\u003eMBUX Compatibility Checker\u003c\/a\u003e or send your VIN for verification.\u003c\/p\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 (full-screen 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\u003eAudio Path\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOEM Bluetooth \/ USB (depending on system)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.4-inch (COMAND) \u0026amp; 10.25-inch (MBUX)\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 fully reversible and dealer-safe. It does not modify OEM software or replace factory hardware, making it suitable for leased or financed vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"faq\"\u003eMercedes CLS C257 CarPlay – Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this support both NTG 5.5 and MBUX NTG 6.0?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — it works with both pre-facelift (COMAND) and facelift (MBUX) models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo OEM controls still work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — touchscreen, rotary controller, and steering buttons are fully functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need coding or dealer activation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — the module is plug-and-play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs sound wireless?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — audio is transmitted via Bluetooth or USB depending on your system type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo you offer installation?\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\u003eFor NTG 5.5 and MBUX NTG 6.0 systems only.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio options:\u003c\/strong\u003e OEM Bluetooth (COMAND\/MBUX). AUX is only used on NTG 5.5 models for screen mirroring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways confirm system via \u003cem\u003eSettings → System → About\u003c\/em\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. Visit our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/aftersales\"\u003eAftersales\u003c\/a\u003e page for setup help and troubleshooting guides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Internal SEO Tags\/Keywords --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKeywords: Mercedes CLS C257 CarPlay Retrofit UK, Mercedes NTG 5.5 CarPlay, NTG 6.0 MBUX Android Auto, CLS 450 Wireless CarPlay, CLS 400 Android Auto Kit, VEEHIVE Mercedes CarPlay Module\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VEEHIVE Automotive In Car Electronics \u0026 Security","offers":[{"title":"I'm not sure - please contact me after purchase \/ Module Only","offer_id":51646459314523,"sku":null,"price":325.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"I'm not sure - please contact me after purchase \/ With UK Professional installation service","offer_id":51670005678427,"sku":null,"price":475.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"NTG 5.5 (2018–2020) \/ Module Only","offer_id":51670005711195,"sku":null,"price":325.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"NTG 5.5 (2018–2020) \/ With UK Professional installation service","offer_id":51670005743963,"sku":null,"price":475.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"NTG 6.0 \/ MBUX (2020–2023) \/ Module Only","offer_id":51670005776731,"sku":null,"price":325.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"NTG 6.0 \/ MBUX (2020–2023) \/ With UK Professional installation service","offer_id":51670005809499,"sku":null,"price":475.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/7859\/3371\/files\/new_embossed_aaac3de6-3744-4bb6-837c-4ded1d80e09f.png?v=1761737433","url":"https:\/\/veehive.co.uk\/products\/mercedes-benz-cls-class-c257-2018-2023-wireless-apple-carplay-android-auto-retrofit-kit-veehive-uk-upgrade","provider":"VEEHIVE Automotive In Car Electronics \u0026 Security","version":"1.0","type":"link"}