Which Ford vehicles are compatible with Apple CarPlay?

Apple CarPlay®^* can be used in select 2016 and newer vehicles equipped with SYNC®^** or Ford Digital Experience®^†.

It is available for:

• 2017 and newer vehicles equipped with Ford Digital Experience, SYNC 4A, SYNC 4, and SYNC 3.
• 2016 vehicles with SYNC 3 and software version 2.0 or greater. See the What SYNC software version do I have in my vehicle? article for help identifying your SYNC software version. Apple CarPlay will require a hardware update from a Ford Dealer to function.

Note: Apple CarPlay is not available for any SYNC systems that do not have a touchscreen. 

Additional Information

How do I connect to Apple CarPlay?

^*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 and Ford Digital Experience do not control third-party products while in use. Third parties are solely responsible for their respective functionality.

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

^†Some Ford Digital Experience features require a Connectivity plan. Don’t drive while distracted or while using handheld devices. Use voiceoperated systems when possible. Some features may be locked out while the vehicle is in gear. Not all features are compatible with all phones.

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