VW CarPlay Upgrade Guide – Is Your Volkswagen Compatible with RCD360?

Upgrading your Volkswagen with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto sounds simple… until you ask:

“Will this work with my car?”

The answer depends on one key thing 👇

🔍 PQ vs MQB – The Most Important Difference

Volkswagen vehicles fall into two main system platforms:

• PQ Platform (older models) → ✅ Fully compatible
• MQB Platform (newer models) → ❌ Not compatible with RCD360
• Partial MQB (some 2015+ models) → ⚠️ Needs confirmation

✅ Compatible Models (PQ Platform)

If your car is listed below, you can upgrade directly 👇

• Golf Mk5 (2004–2009)
• Golf Mk6 (2009–2013)
• Polo 6R (2009–2014)
• Passat B6 / B7
• Tiguan 1st Gen
• Touran / Scirocco
• Beetle (2012–2016)
• CC / Eos

✔ Plug-and-play
✔ OEM look + modern features

or

❌ Not Compatible Models (MQB Platform)

These models use a newer system and are not compatible with RCD360:

• Golf Mk7
• Passat B8
• Tiguan Mk2

But don’t worry 👍

We offer alternative upgrade solutions for these vehicles.

⚠️ Special Cases (Check First)

Jetta Mk6 (2015–2018)

This model is Partial MQB.

✔ Compatible if using:
- 5” Composition Touch (RCD310-style)

❌ Not compatible if:
- MIB200 / MIB684 system

👉 Best way: Send us a photo before ordering

Beetle Facelift (2016–2019)

✔ Confirmed compatible with RCD360

🚀 What You Get with RCD360

• Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
• OEM-style factory look
• Stable performance (no lag)
• Simple installation

🤔 Not Sure About Your Car?

No problem — we’ll help you confirm before shipping 👍

Or contact our team for a quick recommendation.

💬 Final Thoughts

Once you know your platform, upgrading becomes simple:

• PQ → Easy upgrade
• MQB → Different solution
• Partial MQB → Quick confirmation

We’ll make sure you get the right setup — the first time 👍