Does the 2025 Honda HRV have wireless CarPlay?
Yes. The 2025 Honda HR‑V offers wireless Apple CarPlay on trims that include the 9‑inch Display Audio system, while the base LX with the smaller 7‑inch screen relies on wired CarPlay via USB. This article explains which trims support wireless CarPlay and how to verify it in your vehicle.
Which trims offer wireless CarPlay?
To help buyers understand compatibility, note that the HR‑V’s wireless CarPlay availability depends on the infotainment display size. The 9‑inch Display Audio system supports wireless CarPlay, while the 7‑inch setup does not.
- LX — 7-inch display; CarPlay is available via USB (wired) only, no wireless CarPlay.
- Sport, EX, EX‑L, Touring — 9‑inch Display Audio; wireless CarPlay is supported.
In practice, if you want wireless CarPlay, you’ll want a trim with the 9‑inch display; base models with the 7‑inch screen will not provide wireless CarPlay.
How to verify for your specific vehicle
If you’re buying used or want to double‑check, use these steps to confirm wireless CarPlay capability on a particular HR‑V:
- Check the trim level and confirm the infotainment display size listed in the window sticker or owner’s manual.
- Confirm that the system supports wireless CarPlay by inspecting the Settings menu in the HR‑V’s audio/navigation screen for a CarPlay option that connects wirelessly.
- Consult the dealer’s product brochure or the official Honda spec sheet for the exact model year’s features.
If your vehicle has the 9‑inch Display Audio and wireless CarPlay is not appearing, ensure your iPhone is running a recent iOS version, Bluetooth and Wi‑Fi are enabled, and that CarPlay is allowed in your phone’s settings. If problems persist, a dealer visit or software update may be required.
Connecting and troubleshooting wireless CarPlay
This section covers typical steps to connect and common troubleshooting tips so you can use wireless CarPlay smoothly.
- Make sure your iPhone is running iOS 14 or later, with Wi‑Fi and Bluetooth turned on.
- Turn on the HR‑V and keep the phone unlocked; the car should prompt to enable wireless CarPlay on the 9‑inch display.
- On first setup, pair your iPhone via Bluetooth and then allow CarPlay to connect when prompted on the phone and the vehicle’s screen.
- For automatic reconnection, ensure your phone’s CarPlay setting allows connections and that the car’s Bluetooth/Wi‑Fi radios are enabled.
Troubleshooting tips: if CarPlay fails to connect wirelessly, try rebooting the infotainment system, forgetting and re‑pairing the device, or performing a factory reset of the head unit after backing up personalized settings. If necessary, a software update from Honda may resolve compatibility issues.
Summary
The 2025 Honda HR‑V supports wireless CarPlay on trims equipped with the 9‑inch Display Audio system (Sport, EX, EX‑L, Touring). The base LX with the 7‑inch display does not offer wireless CarPlay and relies on wired CarPlay via USB. If wireless CarPlay is important to you, target a higher trim with the 9‑inch display and verify the feature via the infotainment settings or the official spec sheet for your model year.
