How much is a Toyota Remote Connect subscription?
In the United States, after any complimentary trial period that comes with a new Toyota, Remote Connect typically costs around $9 per month or roughly $80 per year. Prices vary by market, vehicle model, and current promotions, so check your Toyota app or dealer for the exact amount on your account.
What Remote Connect Offers
Remote Connect lets you control and monitor your Toyota from the Toyota app, including remote start, door lock/unlock, vehicle locate, and status alerts. The service is part of Toyota's connected-car offerings and can be included as a trial with new vehicles.
Key features include:
Typical capabilities include the following:
- Remote locking/unlocking and vehicle status checks
- Remote start and climate control in some markets
- Vehicle locate and last-known position
- Notifications and maintenance alerts
Prices and features vary by region and model, so confirm what's available for your car in the app or at the dealer.
Pricing options and regional variations
Cost after any trial depends on location and model year. The numbers below are typical baselines you may encounter, but exact pricing is displayed in the Toyota app during subscription setup or on Toyota's official site.
- Monthly subscription: generally in the low single digits, around $8.95–$9.99 per month after any trial.
- Annual subscription: typically around $79.99–$99.99 per year, often providing a small discount versus paying monthly.
- Trial period: many new Toyotas include a free Remote Connect trial for 1 year or more, varying by market and model.
- Regional variations: pricing may differ in Canada, Europe, or other regions, and promotions can alter the cost.
For the most accurate price, check your Toyota app under Connected Services or visit the official Toyota Connected Services page for your country, then confirm at your local dealer if needed.
How to verify pricing for your vehicle
To confirm the exact subscription price for your vehicle and region, follow these steps:
- Open the Toyota app on your smartphone and sign in with your Toyota account.
- Navigate to Connected Services or Remote Connect settings to view current pricing and terms.
- If you are near a dealership, contact the service department for region-specific pricing and promotions.
- Review the terms during activation or renewal to ensure you understand billing frequency and cancellation terms.
This process ensures you see the price applicable to your car, VIN, and country, avoiding assumptions based on other markets.
Summary
Remote Connect pricing in the United States typically lands around $9 per month or about $80 per year after a trial, with regional variations and occasional promotions. Always verify the exact amount in the Toyota app or on Toyota's official site for your country, and consider whether a yearly plan fits your usage. The cost may be bundled with other connected services or offered as part of promotions with new vehicles.
What does Toyota's subscription include?
Premium. Drive Connect * and unlimited Integrated Streaming help you stay connected on the road with up-to-date navigation, live-agent navigation assistance, and a seamless virtual assistant while being able to browse and play your Apple Music® * and Amazon Music * content. Remote Connect * is also included.
How much is a remote connect subscription for Toyota?
So that basically allows you to instead of having the music streaming choose to have the navigation. As well. That's also $15 a month or you can kind of combine.
How to get Toyota Connected Services for free?
You can get a free trial for certain Toyota Connected Services, such as Safety Connect and Service Connect, which can last up to 10 years. Other services, like Remote Connect and Drive Connect, typically have shorter trial periods, often lasting one year, depending on the vehicle. To get these free trials, download the Toyota app, register your vehicle with the VIN, and accept the terms and conditions for each service.
Services with longer free trials (up to 10 years)
- Safety Connect: Includes features like an Emergency Assistance Button, Automatic Collision Notification, and Enhanced Roadside Assistance.
- Service Connect: Provides vehicle health reports, maintenance alerts, and a way for your dealer to proactively contact you about service needs.
Services with shorter free trials (typically 1 year)
- Remote Connect: Allows you to remotely start, lock, and unlock your car using the Toyota app.
- Drive Connect: Offers cloud-based navigation.
- Wi-Fi Connect: Provides a Wi-Fi hotspot for a limited time or data amount, depending on the specific plan.
How to get the free trials
- Download the Toyota app: Install the app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store on your smartphone.
- Create an account: Register your account using your name, email, and phone number.
- Verify your account: Enter the six-digit activation code sent to your email.
- Add your vehicle: Scan the VIN from your car's window sticker or door jamb, then scan the QR code on your car's touchscreen to link your car to the app.
- Accept the trials: In the Toyota app, go to the subscription section to see the available services and their trial periods. You will need to accept the terms and conditions for each service to activate its trial.
Can I use Toyota Connect without a subscription?
Requires app download/registration and subscription after trial (if applicable). Terms of Use apply. Data charges may apply. See Owner's Manual and https://www.toyota.com/connected-services/.
