What are SYNC 4A and SYNC 4?

SYNC®^* 4A and SYNC 4 offer connectivity, voice recognition, and wireless features to help you stay connected on the go.

SYNC 4A and SYNC 4 Key Features

SYNC 4A and SYNC 4 both have:

• Larger screen options ranging from 8 in to 15.5 in.
• Cord-free phone connectivity, including Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility^**.
• Available Connected Navigation^† options with real-time traffic, weather, construction information, and more.
• Cloud-based digital Owner’s Manuals that are easy to search.
• SiriusXM®^†† with 360L, the widest variety of ad-free music, sports, talk, news, and more.
• Software updates^‡ using software downloaded from the cloud.

SYNC 4A Versus SYNC 4

There are a couple of main features of SYNC 4A that distinguish it from SYNC 4. SYNC 4A has:

• Adaptive Dash Cards.
• Automatic placement of frequently used dash items at the top of the screen.

Note: SYNC 4 cannot be upgraded to SYNC 4A.

Additional Information

What are software updates?What are the SYNC 4 Navigation options?

^*Don’t drive while distracted or while using handheld devices. Use voice-operated systems when possible. Some features may be locked out while the vehicle is in gear. Not all features are compatible with all phones. 

^**Compatible Android or iPhone with compatible active data plan and software required. Wireless use of Android Auto requires a compatible Android 11.0+ phone and compatible active data plan. Check g.co/androidauto/requirements for compatibility. SYNC® 4 does not control third-party products while in use. Third parties are solely responsible for their respective functionality.

^†Equipped vehicles require modem activation and a Connected Navigation service plan. Package pricing, features, included plans, and term lengths vary by model. Evolving technology/cellular networks/vehicle capability may limit or prevent functionality. 

^††All SiriusXM services require a subscription. Service subject to the SiriusXM Customer Agreement and Privacy Policy, visit www.siriusxm.com to see complete terms and how to cancel which includes calling 1-866-635-2349. Some services, content and features are subject to device capabilities, an active data connection enabled in the vehicle and location availability. All fees, content and features are subject to change. Content varies by subscription plan. SiriusXM and related logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio LLC and its respective subsidiaries. Certain features and/or content may not be available unless an active data connection is enabled in the vehicle. Content varies by SiriusXM subscription plan. Some features may not be available while driving.

^‡An activated vehicle modem and the Ford app are required to remotely schedule software updates. See Owner’s Manual for more information.

Apple CarPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. 

Google, Android, Android Auto, Google Maps and other marks are trademarks of Google LLC.