Control maps, media and messaging, with the Google Assistant while you drive
Android Auto is Google’s in-car smart assistant that brings Maps navigation, media playback, and messaging to your car display through voice actions. The platform supports 400+ car models and continues to expand its app ecosystem. With 10,000,000,000+ total downloads and 160M in the last 30 days, it remains a leading solution for hands-free driving across the globe.
Pros & Cons
Massive install base and strong user engagement
Deep Google Assistant integration enables hands-free driving
Broad ecosystem of music, navigation, and messaging apps
Supports 400+ car models for wide compatibility
Limited offline navigation options and offline maps not specified
No explicit CarPlay compatibility mentioned in data
Permission-heavy app requiring location, contacts, messages, microphone, and more
About Android Auto
Android Auto is an auto & vehicles app developed by Google LLC.
Download Statistics
Android Auto has been downloaded 12 billion times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 160 million times. It is ranked in the top 100 auto & vehicles apps.
User Ratings
Android Auto is rated 4.14 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 6.1 million ratings.
App Information
Android Auto is FREE to download. The APK download size is 31.47 MB. The latest version available is 17.2.662637-release. The last update was on July 14, 2026.
Technical Requirements
The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play March 2015.
Description
Android Auto is your smart driving companion that helps you stay focused, connected, and entertained with the Google Assistant. With a simplified interface, large buttons, and powerful voice actions, Android Auto is designed to make it easier to use apps that you love from your phone while you’re on the road.
Just say “Ok Google” to... • Route to your next destination using Google Maps or Waze with real-time GPS navigation and traffic alerts. • Get updates on your route, ETA, and hazards in real-time. • Have the Google Assistant check your calendar for you so you know where you need to be. • Set reminders, get updates on the news, and check last night’s score. • Avoid distractions while driving by setting a custom do not disturb message while driving. • Make calls using Google Assistant and answer incoming calls with just a tap. • Access your contacts folder and send and receive messages with the Google Assistant using SMS, Hangouts, WhatsApp, Skype, Telegram, WeChat, Kik, Google Allo, and many more messaging apps. • Manage your infotainment system like never before. Listen to your favorite media apps including Spotify, Pandora, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music, Amazon Music, SiriusXM, TIDAL - High Fidelity Music Streaming, Napster Music, and Deezer. Many more music, radio, news, sports news, audiobook, and podcast apps are also supported.
The number of compatible apps is always growing! For a full list of compatible apps, go to http://g.co/androidauto
To use Android Auto, you’ll need a phone running Android 6.0 or higher and an active data connection. Over 400 car models now support Android Auto! To find out if your car display is compatible and how to enable it, check your owner’s manual or contact your car’s manufacturer. Once enabled, use a high quality USB cable to connect your phone to your car, then launch Android Auto to get going! Learn more about Android Auto and compatible cars at http://android.com/auto For support: http://support.google.com/androidauto Get help from our community: https://productforums.google.com/forum/#!forum/android-auto
Recent changes: What's new? • Bug fixes and other improvements. • We want to hear from you! Join the conversation in our community https://g.co/androidautocommunity
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The audio for music works clearly 100% of the time. For phone calls, the audio works clearly 85% of the time.
★★★★★Federico Giorgi· Aug 4, 2026
Excellent system. Plug and play. Smart thanks to Gemini. One of the wins of Google
★★★★★Shane St James· Aug 8, 2026
Far superior to CarPlay. The way Android Auto's interface presents on a portrait car screen is fantastic and considerably better than Carplay. Great works by the team.
★★★★★Anushka Ranamukage· Jul 26, 2026
Good application and if can improve some of the areas like total mileage from the starting point to the final and remaining mileage and, time to reach (base on local or percent speed, final destination and time zone different
★★★★☆JEFF WARD· Jul 26, 2026
Great more voice texting, maps and music. Wireless in newer vehicles. Only con I have found is trouble connecting with a VPN on.
★★☆☆☆Timothy Sipes· Jul 26, 2026
I have had a very frustrating time with Android Auto. I have not been able to answer my calls while in my car. And it would just continue ringing and would not turn off until I stopped the car turned it off and got out and walked away from the car. I could then get back in, start the car and continue driving. Until the next time someone called. It would start all over. PITA to the max!!!
★☆☆☆☆K.I.G.· Jul 26, 2026
I Hate that we're being forced to use AI Gemini. I have to update AA, or it won't work w my phn in my car👎🏽 I never get any notifications from AA that I recd txt on WhatsApp 😑👎🏽
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Trust & Safety: Android Auto requests a broad set of permissions (location, network, Bluetooth, contacts, messaging, microphone, etc.) to enable driving-focused features and vehicle integration. Users should review granted permissions and privacy settings to ensure alignment with personal privacy preferences and car compatibility.
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