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📱 Introduction: Why install Android Auto on your Volvo XC90 2015?

The Volvo XC90 2015 vintage is a high -end SUV recognized for its comfort and on -board technologies. However, this model suffers from a major lack for Android users: it does not integrate Android Auto in standard. However, this interface simplifies navigation, music, calls and vocal access via Google Assistant - directly from the central screen.

Fortunately, several solutions exist to modernize your 2015 Volvo XC90 without fully replacing its multimedia equipment. In this article, you will discover the different options to add Android Auto to your vehicle, their cost, their installation difficulty, as well as a step-by-step guide to opt for the best method according to your needs.

📌 To remember: Even if your Volvo XC90 2015 does not offer original Android Auto, affordable and effective solutions allow it to be easily added.

🔧 Option 1: Auto Android Installation in Volvo dealership

Volvo offers an upgrade called "Integration smartphone" which officially adds Android Auto to certain models. However, this option was not available on the XC90 in 2015. According to Volvo Car USA, only the 2016 models with a single USB port are eligible for this concession software option.

For owners of XC90 2015, the concession remains an option to consider, but everything will depend on the level of equipment of your screen and the Sensus system. It is therefore highly recommended to contact your local Volvo dealer for personalized verification of the compatibility of your vehicle.

📌 To remember: Official solution but rarely compatible with the XC90 2015. Check your eligibility with Volvo.

🧰 Option 2: Volvo XC90 2015 compatible Retrofit Kits 2015

Specialized companies offer Auto / Apple Carplay Android Kits To retroces original non -compatible vehicles. These kits keep the aesthetics of your dashboard while adding modern connectivity.

Among the brands known in this sector:

Bavarian Automotive: offers a specific kit for Volvo XC90 2015-2020. The installation is Plug & Play and does not require a permanent modification of the vehicle.
Socal Car Audio: Offers a Carplay & Android Auto kit with 2 year warranty, also compatible without modification of the system.

Another considerable advantage: these solutions are generally Compatible with steering wheel controls and your original screen.

✅ Also discover our own Android Auto certified range for Volvo at Carplaygo.

📌 To remember: Retrofit kits offer an excellent compromise between functionality, aesthetics and compatibility.

📶 Option 3: Wireless Android Auto Housing - The Universal Solution

For drivers looking for the maximum comfort, Android auto wireless boxes are a simple and easy alternative to install. These modules connect to your original screen via cable or video interface and allow a direct connection With your Android phone - wireless, therefore wirelessly between you and modernity.

Carplaygo offers a Android Auto compatible case for Volvo which works perfectly with the XC90 2015 model. It is a universal plug & play kit which requires neither coding nor complex disassembly.

👍 The bonus? It also supports Apple Carplay and Mirrorlink, ensuring complete compatibility if different users take the wheel.

📌 To remember: The CarplayGo case is a simple, fast, wireless and compatible Volvo solution - ideal for those who want Android Auto ... without hassles.

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🧪 Prerequisite: compatibility, material and precautions

Before you get into the installation, make sure the following elements:

Check your phone : Android auto requires Android 6.0 or more. Prefer Android 10+ for better performance.
Make sure the compatibility of your Sensus system : Some Volvo screens of 2015 may require a video interface to display Android Auto.
Have a reliable USB power supply : For wired adapters, avoid damaged or generic cables.

Consult the Carplaygo installation guide To know all the steps according to your model.

📌 To remember: Prepare the installation with meticulousness: a good equipment + a compatible screen = a successful installation.

📋 Tutorial: Android Auto installation on XC90 with a carplaygo kit

Here's how to install Android Auto in your 2015 Volvo XC90 using the Carplaygo case:

🎯 Material required:

Carplaygo Android Housing Housing - Volvo version
Screwdriver (if necessary to access connectors behind the screen)
Up -to -date Android smartphone

🚗 Installation steps:

Disassemble the central console if necessary to access the back of the screen.
Connect the Plug & Play beam provided between the screen and the Carplaygo case.
Attach the case discreetly behind the dashboard.
Reinstall the console, turn on your vehicle.
Connect your smartphone via Bluetooth or WiFi (depending on the housing model).

The Volvo screen will then automatically go on the Android Auto interface, identical to the one you know about other recent vehicles.

📖 See the full carplaygo guide For Volvo

📌 To remember: Installation with a Carplaygo kit is accessible even without much technical skill. Result in less than an hour!

📊 Comparison table for Android Auto methods for Volvo XC90 2015

Method	Facility	Compatibility	Cost
Volvo concession	Professional	Rare for 2015	💰💰💰 (~500€)
Third -party retrofit kit	Recommended installer	Good	💰💰 (300–600€)
Carplaygo case	Easy & quick	Excellent (Volvo XC90 2015 compatible)	💰 (from € 398)
Bluetooth wireless adapter	Plug & Play	Variable	💰 (from 89 €)