What year did Chevy start wireless CarPlay?
The most direct answer is: Chevrolet started offering wireless Apple CarPlay with the 2021 model year.
That initial rollout began on the Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban and was subsequently expanded to additional models in the following years, as GM’s infotainment systems evolved to support wireless connections across more trims and segments.
Timeline of Chevy's wireless CarPlay rollout
This timeline outlines when wireless CarPlay became available and how Chevrolet broadened its compatibility across the lineup.
- 2021: Wireless CarPlay debuts on the Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban, with availability tied to specific trims and option packages.
- 2022–2023: The feature expands to additional models and trims, as GM continues to roll out wireless projection across its infotainment platforms.
- 2024 onward: Wireless CarPlay becomes more widely available on new Chevrolet models where the infotainment hardware supports it, though exact availability still depends on trim and regional offerings.
In summary, Chevy’s wireless CarPlay began in 2021 and gradually expanded to more models in the years that followed, with ongoing variation by model and trim.
Summary
Chevrolet introduced wireless Apple CarPlay in the 2021 model year, starting with the Tahoe/Suburban and later extending to additional models. For buyers, this means that more recent Chevrolets with compatible infotainment systems are likely to offer wireless CarPlay, but the feature can still vary by trim and region. Always check the specific vehicle’s infotainment capabilities or confirm with a dealer when shopping.
