BMW NBT EVO Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Interface

About the BMW NBT EVO CarPlay Kit

Upgrade your BMW NBT EVO (ID5/ID6) iDrive system with the genuine Mr12Volt BMW NBT EVO Kit and enjoy wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto without replacing your original screen or dashboard. The Mr12Volt BMW NBT EVO kit connects directly to your BMW's MOST fibre optic network, preserving factory sound quality while retaining your original iDrive controller, steering wheel controls and OEM functionality. Stream music, use Apple Maps, Google Maps or Waze, make hands-free calls and access your favourite apps through your factory BMW display.

Key Features of the BMW NBT EVO Interface

Model: P3000-BMEV

1. Wireless and wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto: connect your iPhone or Android phone to your BMW's NBT EVO system wirelessly or over USB, with access to navigation, music, messaging and calls directly from the car's display.
2. MirrorLink: screen mirroring support for Android (CarLetter required) for apps not covered by CarPlay or Android Auto.
3. Plug-and-play installation: connects directly to the existing NBT EVO wiring, no additional wiring or modifications required.
4. Retains OEM functions: the iDrive controller, steering wheel buttons and factory display all continue to work as before.
5. Multimedia playback: play music and other formats from your phone through the car's audio system, including Apple Lossless streaming.
6. Better sound processing: a highly customisable 15 band DSP equaliser.
7. Bluetooth streaming: play music from your phone over Bluetooth without needing a USB connection.
8. Aftermarket camera support: reverse, front, left and right camera inputs, up to AHD 1080P.
   

How the NBT EVO MOST Bus Interface Works

• Your car retains the original NBT EVO system, Mr12Volt is accessed through the TV menu. The factory TV feature must be enabled to use it, and if a factory TV tuner module is fitted, it must be bypassed first.
• Touch input is not supported within the CarPlay and Android Auto menu on NBT EVO, even on cars where the OEM screen is touch-enabled elsewhere in iDrive, everything runs through the iDrive rotary controller.
• Supports aftermarket cameras up to AHD 1080P.
• Supports OEM microphone for both phone calls and Siri or Google Assistant voice input.
  

Compatible Vehicles with NBT, NBT ID4 (8.8"/10.25")

• BMW 1 Series F20 / F21
• BMW 2 Series F22 / F23 / F45 / F46
• BMW M2/M2 Competition F87
• BMW 3 Series F30 / F31 / F34 / F35
• BMW M3 F80
• BMW 4 Series F32 / F33 / F36
• BMW M4 F82 / F83
• BMW 5 Series F07 / G30 / G31
• BMW 6 Series F06 / F12 / F13 / G32
• BMW 7 Series G11 / G12
• BMW X3 F25 / G01
• BMW X4 F26 / G02
• BMW X5 F15 / G05
• BMW X6 F16 / G06
  
• BMW i3 / i8
• MINI F54 / F55 / F56 / F57
• Toyota Supra A90

Genuine MOST Fibre, Not an AUX Box

Most BMW CarPlay retrofits on the market connect through your car's AUX input or Bluetooth audio. That works, but it's a downgrade path: analogue signal, a noticeable drop in sound quality, and sometimes a slight lag between what's on screen and what you hear. The Mr12Volt NBT EVO interface connects a different way, straight into your BMW's MOST fibre optic network, the same digital path BMW's own factory system uses. Nothing gets converted to analogue and back. Steering wheel controls, the iDrive controller, factory amplifier and Harman Kardon, JBL or HiFi sound all keep working exactly as BMW built them. It's the difference between a proper retrofit and a bolt-on box.

Why Buy From CarPlay Direct

•    Official UK authorised Mr12Volt stockist
•    Genuine UK-supplied products with full manufacturer warranty
•    Free UK delivery
•    Expert compatibility advice before ordering
•    UK-based technical support
•    Nationwide approved installer network

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this need an AUX input?
No. It connects directly through your BMW's MOST fibre optic network, not the AUX port, so there's no drop in audio quality.
Will I lose my steering wheel controls or iDrive dial?
No, every original control keeps working exactly as before, this is an addition to your factory system, not a replacement for it.
How do I know if my BMW has NBT EVO and not standard NBT?
Check the compatible models above first, if in doubt, check your dashboard here or send us your registration.
Can I use the touchscreen with CarPlay or Android Auto?
No. On NBT EVO the CarPlay and Android Auto menu is controlled through the iDrive rotary controller only, this is a limitation of the factory system on this generation, not this kit specifically.
Does it work with Harman Kardon or JBL sound systems?
Yes, all factory sound systems are supported, including Base, HiFi, Harman Kardon and JBL.
Can I still use a reverse or front camera?
Yes, camera inputs are supported alongside the CarPlay interface.
Is this a genuine Mr12Volt product?
Yes. CarPlay Direct is the official UK authorised Mr12Volt stockist, every kit comes with full manufacturer warranty.
Do I need to replace my factory screen?
No. The kit works with your original BMW display and iDrive system.
Can I switch back to the original BMW interface?
Yes. Switching between BMW iDrive and CarPlay is quick and seamless using the factory controls.