Saw a commercial today for the 2017 Outlander.

They have added blind spot warning and cameras all the way around. Also has Apple Carplay and Android Auto.

Disappointed that my 2016 evidently can't be upgraded for Carplay. I know- they say it is a different head unit- head unit is pretty much cosmetic. These things run on Linux- nothing is impossible it is all software. Other than hard labeled buttons don't really see any reason other than wanting to sell more 2017's or not wanting to invest on the 2016 why it couldn't be added to the existing systems.

I remember originally it was asid that Carplay would be out in 2015. A friend bought a 2016 Ford and was told that Ford will upgrade the on board system to Carplay and Android Auto.

 

How about buying a replacement head unit?

 

I spent several thousand on this one for the Navigation package. Hate to throw it away lees than a year later when a software upgrade could give me what I want/

I went through the build and price for the 2017 and appears Navigation is not an option or part of the Touring Package. I can understand that they have Carplay so you can use the phone to navigate, How about in areas with no cell coverage? Current navigation uses GPS- I believe my phone needs coverage to work.

 

I'm due for an oil change this week. I'll ask my dealer how much it would cost to replace it.

 

What is the major differences between the two systems?

 

Appears most of the physical buttons have been replaced by on screen menus. Also appears that navigation package not available (at least yet).

 

Aside from the stereo and all round cameras, is there anything else different about the 2017 vs 2016? Also, what trim starts having the cameras standard?

I noticed the manufacturer now offers 3,000 cash back instead of the usual 2k on the 2016 models. Which would you guys recommend?

 

Not sure but looks to me like 2016 was the year of safety, body improvements, handling, and comfort. Appears 2017 is the year of technology improvements.
Love my 16 and certainly won't trade it for a 17. Guess it depends on your priorities- 3K is pretty sweet

 

How do you reckon they lost 1 mpg with the same body and engine? The 2017 is 30mpg highway.

 

My brother has carplay in his car and I didn't think it's anything special. Nice to have but is it worth $3000? If this is your daily driver, how often are you going to use navigation? I have a 2016 and it's almost perfect. Just wish it has lumbar support.

Of course, if you can afford it, go for it. My car was falling apart and I couldn't wait. So the savings didn't factor in for me. I got the $2000 rebate.