Apple CarPlay+ Debuts in the Updated 2025 Porsche Taycan
Porsche has officially unveiled the updated 2025 Taycan, bringing more power, more range, faster charging—and a major infotainment breakthrough. The refreshed electric sports sedan is the first car in the world to feature Apple CarPlay+, Apple’s next-generation in-car infotainment system aimed at deeper integration and a seamless iPhone-powered experience.
A New Level of Integration With the Vehicle
Both Porsche and Aston Martin previewed the new CarPlay system last year, but details were limited. Now, thanks to early hands-on coverage from Autogefühl, we finally see Apple CarPlay+ in action.
To get started, users pair their iPhone with the Taycan through the Porsche app. While the initial setup is slightly confusing—CarPlay+ appears under a Porsche logo—the experience afterward is smooth, intuitive, and instantly familiar to Apple users.
Completely Redesigned Interface for Full Vehicle Control
One of the biggest upgrades with CarPlay+ is its deep integration with the vehicle’s controls.
Key improvements include:
Unified Control Screen
Apple CarPlay+ brings climate controls, ambient lighting, and other settings into a single, easy-to-use screen—eliminating the need to jump between menus.
New Climate Modes
Quick, one-touch adjustments and custom programs make cabin comfort effortless.
Integrated Driver Information
All the data typically accessed on your iPhone is now available directly on the Taycan’s main display, including messages, apps, navigation, and Siri.
New Apps, Better Navigation, and Useful Driving Stats
Apple is adding new functionality designed for EV owners and road-trip enthusiasts:
- Coffee App: Automatically finds nearby coffee shops along your route.
- Scenic Routes: New navigation option for more enjoyable drives.
- Charging Station Finder: Easily locate chargers on long trips.
- Driving Statistics: Track fastest acceleration, highest G-force, weekly habits, and more.
This marks one of the richest integrations Apple has ever delivered in a vehicle.
Apple Music and Media Controls on One Screen
With Apple CarPlay+, Apple Music becomes fully integrated into the infotainment system and now shares a screen with radio controls. Drivers no longer need to switch between apps—everything is available at a glance.
For now, CarPlay+ is limited to the central infotainment display, but Porsche says an upcoming update will also bring the interface to the digital instrument cluster.
A Promising Step Forward for In-Car Software
The arrival of Apple CarPlay+ signals a major shift in how smartphones and cars communicate. For many drivers, this eliminates the need to learn a new vehicle interface—just connect an iPhone and the familiar Apple ecosystem takes over.
Early impressions show logical navigation, smooth animations, and well-grouped menus—areas where many automakers still struggle.
Which Automakers Will Adopt Apple CarPlay+ Next?
At the moment, only Porsche and Aston Martin have confirmed support for Apple CarPlay+. Apple has not shared which manufacturers will be next, but given the strong user preference for CarPlay, adoption is expected to grow.
For now, the 2025 Porsche Taycan stands as the first real showcase of Apple’s next-gen in-car experience—and it looks like a meaningful upgrade over today’s systems.
