{"product_id":"mercedes-benz-x-class-w470-2017-2020-wireless-apple-carplay-android-auto-retrofit-kit-veehive-uk-upgrade","title":"Mercedes-Benz X-Class W470 (2017–2020) 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 X-Class (W470, 2017–2020)\u003c\/strong\u003e with VEEHIVE’s plug-and-play retrofit. Upgrade your NTG 5.1 COMAND or Audio 20 system for modern navigation, music and voice control without replacing your factory screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with NTG 5.1 (2017–2020)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWireless Apple CarPlay \u0026amp; Android Auto\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\u003cstrong\u003eSwitch modes by long-pressing RETURN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100 % Plug \u0026amp; Play\u003c\/strong\u003e – no coding or dealer activation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUK-wide installation\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 X-Class W470 Apple CarPlay \u0026amp; Android Auto Retrofit | Wireless Upgrade (UK \u0026amp; EU)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVEEHIVE’s Mercedes X-Class W470 CarPlay Module\u003c\/strong\u003e adds Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to vehicles equipped with the NTG 5.1 COMAND or Audio 20 system. Keep your OEM display and controls while unlocking apps like Google Maps, Spotify and WhatsApp with hands-free voice operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for Mercedes-Benz X-Class W470 (2017–2020)\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\"\u003eAudio \u0026amp; Requirements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#mirroring\"\u003eScreen Mirroring \u0026amp; Media\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#camera\"\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 5.1)\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 X-Class W470\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory system lacks modern app integration. VEEHIVE’s retrofit adds Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto while keeping the original screen and audio intact. Enjoy navigation, calls, and music through your existing controls and steering buttons.\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\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 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\"\u003eAudio \u0026amp; System Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Path:\u003c\/strong\u003e OEM Bluetooth or AUX (Bluetooth preferred)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMode Switching:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long-press RETURN button to toggle between OEM and CarPlay \/ Android Auto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plug \u0026amp; Play – no coding or dealer tools required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"mirroring\"\u003eScreen Mirroring \u0026amp; Media\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWireless iPhone 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=\"camera\"\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 sensors\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports OEM and aftermarket camera systems\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 fully reversible. All factory controls remain functional. Switch between OEM and CarPlay \/ Android Auto using the RETURN button. Safe for warranty vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional installation available – book a \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/installations\"\u003eVEEHIVE Approved Fitter\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"compatibility\"\u003eCompatibility (NTG 5.1)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis module fits Mercedes-Benz X-Class W470 (2017–2020)\u003c\/strong\u003e equipped with \u003cstrong\u003eNTG 5.1 Audio 20 or COMAND\u003c\/strong\u003e systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm your system via \u003cstrong\u003eSystem → Settings → Version Information\u003c\/strong\u003e or send 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\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 or AUX\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 Switch\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\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\u003eFully reversible and dealer-safe. No software modification required. Keeps your OEM screen and controls intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"faq\"\u003eMercedes X-Class CarPlay – Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich systems are supported?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNTG 5.1 (2017–2020).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo OEM controls still work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes – rotary dial and steering buttons remain functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs installation plug-and-play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes – no coding or dealer activation required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo you offer installation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes – UK-wide fitting available through \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/installations\"\u003eVEEHIVE Approved Fitters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"notes\"\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor NTG 5.1 systems only (2017–2020 X-Class).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio:\u003c\/strong\u003e OEM Bluetooth or AUX.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm system 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\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVEEHIVE | Mercedes CarPlay Retrofit Specialists\u003c\/strong\u003e – UK-wide fitting, fast dispatch, expert aftersales support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKeywords: Mercedes X-Class CarPlay Retrofit UK, Mercedes X-Class NTG 5.1 Android Auto, Mercedes W470 CarPlay Kit, VEEHIVE Mercedes CarPlay Module UK\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":51646460330331,"sku":null,"price":275.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"I'm not sure - please contact me after purchase \/ With UK Professional installation service","offer_id":51678284972379,"sku":null,"price":395.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"NTG 5.1 (2017–2020) \/ Module Only","offer_id":51678285005147,"sku":null,"price":275.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"NTG 5.1 (2017–2020) \/ With UK Professional installation service","offer_id":51678285037915,"sku":null,"price":395.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/7859\/3371\/files\/new_embossed_2f42540e-9b1b-4acd-8327-962142a3c02c.png?v=1761737436","url":"https:\/\/veehive.co.uk\/products\/mercedes-benz-x-class-w470-2017-2020-wireless-apple-carplay-android-auto-retrofit-kit-veehive-uk-upgrade","provider":"VEEHIVE Automotive In Car Electronics \u0026 Security","version":"1.0","type":"link"}