Control maps, media and messaging, with the Google Assistant while you drive
Android Auto from Google LLC is a driving companion that brings maps, media, and messaging to your car display via Google Assistant. With a streamlined, large-button interface and powerful voice actions, it helps you stay focused on the road. Ranks in the AUTO category span multiple markets (JP #26, TR #36, CA #39), and the app boasts a massive footprint with over 10,000,000,000+ total downloads and 180M new downloads in the last 30 days.
Pros & Cons
Seamless hands-free control via Google Assistant for routes, reminders, and messages.
Extensive app ecosystem for media and messaging (Spotify, WhatsApp, and more).
Large-button, driver-focused interface designed to minimize distractions.
Over 400 supported car models ensure broad compatibility.
Not a standalone navigation app; relies on external maps like Google Maps and Waze for routing.
Extensive permission set requires careful user consent and privacy review.
Experience may vary if preferred messaging or media apps are not installed.
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 180 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 million ratings.
App Information
Android Auto is FREE to download. The APK download size is 30.84 MB. The latest version available is 17.0.662237-release. The last update was on June 10, 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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4th gen Ram that could at least broadcast my phone through the speakers prior to radio upgrade, now it syncs the maps to the new radio and can show apps like Spotify and what's playing. It shows a version of my phone screen with the apps that can work with Android Auto. That Gemini works with it is fantastic. Overall it's convenient and a welcome upgrade.
★★★★☆Jesse Perez· Jun 13, 2026
AA is awesome only thing that would improve it greatly would be to move the text notification pop up. While using GPS ill get a text around the time I need to see what exit to get off or which side of the road to take when it splits and the text blocks a good chunk of the screen up top. Put it towards the bottom or put it to the corner of the screen from the beginning instead of it moving to the corner after a few seconds.
★★★★★Milton Cooley· Jun 6, 2026
I was not aware of this app because I drive an older car with a simple old school Bluetooth connection. I rented a newer model car that could utilize this app, and I was at first alarmed how so much information was available, then impressed that this app existed. I really like this app but don't get to use it often. The only improvement I would suggest is a kill switch that quickly and easily deletes all of your phone information from the rental vehicle upon returning the car.
★★☆☆☆NiK E· Jun 16, 2026
Always has issues connecting or staying connected. Have to restart car and phone to connect. Incredible frustrating.
★☆☆☆☆Deni Rayner· Jun 13, 2026
13th June 2026 had a problem with messenger, so I uninstalled messenger and reinstalled, and now I can't see it in android auto anymore
★☆☆☆☆Danelle Gorra· Jun 6, 2026
Went from great to not allowing me to have both YouTube music and Android auto without having the music hiccup ever few seconds?
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Android Auto is requesting 79 permissions and is using 23 libraries.
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Trust & Safety: Android Auto requires a wide range of permissions (location, contacts, microphone, notifications, storage, and device capabilities) to enable navigation, messaging, and infotainment control. It includes a driving-focused Do Not Disturb mode to minimize distractions. Users should review requested permissions and configure privacy settings accordingly.
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