Bushwack

While the Nav of my 2007 GS350 works off of GPS, it doesn't give real-time traffic data. Curious...I know there are two updates to the NAV (until the 2013 model year) that I can upgrade to. Do either of these updates provide real-time traffic data? Or do I just remain using Google Maps off my smart phone?

MX73

No. They don't provide real-time traffic. They don't have the hardware to support live data feed. Normally, it's done through the HD radio signal or via internet.

Propulsion

cbates74

MX73 is correct. I don't even bother with my navigation these days. I actually like and use the Waze app on my cell phone.

gs350fan

I read good things about the GROM Vline v2. About 600$, which is under 2 Lexus dealer nav upgrades. Full Android on the OEM screen. For my 11 the Tesla unit is over $1000, so that certainly would be an option, and it is very stock. I think it was or derived from a Toyota accessory in some markets.

KaloBesh

You could get this, what gs350fan mentioned

MX73

Hey, my video. lol. It's an acquired taste. If I had the newer 3rd Gen GS, 2007-2011, I would go with the Grom unit over the Tesla style unit. Mainly to retain the factory look and function. The 2005-2006 is the stepchild of the 3rd gen. It was the only year with the Gen 4 unit or is it the Gen3. Vaistech or Grom does not support the older gen system. I didn't have any option but the Tesla style unit...

gs350fan

The 10-11's have an "advanced system" and someone ended up paying over $1000 (with a discount because they sent the wrong one) - to get the Tesla unit.

Now at full price, that is getting into not worth it territory for me, and also it does not keep the car stock.

Plenty of new cars come with 7-8" displays - Ford and Subaru come to mind. The 10-11's have a very high res display too...

drgerry

What upgrade is available for a 2006 GS? The OEM unit really sucks. Poor video and can't work it while moving.

gs350fan

For an 06 you should go with the Tesla type unit in the video above. That is a no brainer.

potatomon

Navigation is overrated you gotta use the road atlas ffor that authentic retro luxury feel