The new Amazon Alexa assistant is a form of Artificial Intelligence (AI) that seems to be more popular than ever for the way it allows you to have reminders, get things done, and connect your home, phone, and even your vehicle. As this system becomes more popular, automakers are scrambling to make sure their models are able to be used with the Alexa system so that you can tell Alexa to start your car or adjust some of the features for you. Here are the automakers and the models that are currently offered with this connection.
BMW and Mini
The models in these two brand lineups that are equipped with the BMW Connected, including the BMW 7 Series or Mini Connected system are able to be integrated with Amazon Alexa. This means you can use Alexa to check the vehicle status and control some of the systems in the vehicle You won’t even need a smartphone to use Alexa from your car because the vehicles come equipped with a built-in SIM card for this connectivity.
Jeep and Ram
The models that offer the connectivity you need for Alexa include the 2013-2017 Ram 1500, 2500,3500, 2014-2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2014-2018 Jeep Cherokee, 2015-2017 Jeep Renegade, and soon the 2018 Jeep Wrangler. The Alexa system cannot connect to many of the 2018 models from FCA, but its offered on some of the previous models for your enjoyment.
Ford
Every Ford model that has the Sync 3 version 2.2 or higher infotainment system can make use of Alexa in the vehicle when using a connected smartphone. Outside the car, you need a FordPass to connect while inside the car you need the Ford+Alexa mobile app to make sure you can use the remote features offered. This makes connecting easy for you in your Ford.
Genesis and Hyundai
The Genesis G80 and G90 models are both compatible as are all Hyundai vehicles that have the second generation of BlueLink from the 2017 model year forward. In order to make it work you need to enable the Blue Link Skill in the Alexa mobile app and link it with your existing Blue Link account to make sure you can make full use of this system.
Infiniti
Models from Infiniti that have the InTouch Services and the Infiniti Connection are able to connect to Alexa. There is a four-digit PIN that can be used to ensure the Amazon device can send commands to the vehicle and you have to have an active subscription to the services of the infotainment system that you’re going to want to enjoy when you drive.
Jaguar
the 2019 Jaguar I-Pace will be the first model that will be able to connect to Alexa. This system uses the InControl Remote app to access the information you need and allow you to check the details of your vehicle when you’re not in it. This vehicle will be offered later this fall and make it possible for you to make use of the Alexa system in your vehicle.
Kia
The 2018 Niro plug-in hybrid, 2017-2018 Soul EV, 2017-2018 Optima plug-in hybrid, and 2016-2017 K900 are all compatible with the Amazon Alexa system. The vehicle needs to be equipped with an active UVO subscription to enable the UVO Skill on the Alexa app to make sure you can enjoy the functions you want of this digital assistant.
Lexus
The only model from Lexus that offers you the connectivity you want for the Alexa system is the 2019 version of the Lexus ES. This vehicle will allow you to have the functionality you need for both cars to home and home to car commands to make sure you can have the system you need and the functions to work right.
Mercedes-Benz
All models from this brand that are 2017 or newer have the ability to connect to this Amazon AI system to ensure you can have the functions you want when you want to lock or unlock your car and send information to the vehicle’s navigation system. This is one of the most integrated brands with the system to give you a seamless connectivity.
Mitsubishi
The 2018 Eclipse Cross is the first Mitsubishi model to be able to connect to Alexa. With the Mitsubishi Connect app, you can connect the vehicle and enjoy the benefit of the remote features you want to make use of in this new model that has been developed to fit your life the right way.
Nissan
Most of the newer models from Nissan allow you to connect to the Alexa system. You need to have a subscription to NissanConnect Services and a valid Nissan Owner Portal account but then you can enjoy the benefits of connecting to this AI system and know what’s going on with your car.
Toyota
This is a new system for Toyota and its offered in the 2019 models of the Avalon, Corolla Hatchback, RAV4, and RAV4 Hybrid. These models allow you to have the direct connection you want with your home system into your car to make it easy to have the information you’re looking for by just using your voice.
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