Next Vehicle With CarPlay Ultra Named in Report as Rollout Continues

[MacRumors]

Hyundai's upcoming IONIQ 3 electric vehicle will support Apple's CarPlay Ultra system, according to the BBC publication Top Gear.

Here is what Top Gear's Paul Horrell reported last week:

The Ioniq 3 will be digital-forward. For a start it can run Apple's CarPlay Ultra if the driver wants. Even without the Apple skin, the interface allows more configuration of the design, and links to new synthesised EV sound effects.

The mention of CarPlay Ultra in the report was spotted by French blog MacGeneration.

Hyundai plans to showcase a conceptual version of the IONIQ 3 at the IAA Mobility auto show, which begins on September 9 in Munich, Germany. The report described the vehicle as a smaller and more affordable EV that will offer up to 365 miles of range per full charge. The vehicle is expected to launch in the first half of 2026.

Launched in May, CarPlay Ultra is the long-awaited next-generation version of CarPlay that was previewed in 2022. CarPlay Ultra is currently limited to newer Aston Martin vehicles in the U.S. and Canada, but Apple said that many other automakers around the world are working to offer it over the next year and beyond, including Hyundai and its Kia and Genesis brands. So, it would make sense if the all-new IONIQ 3 supports CarPlay Ultra.

CarPlay Ultra features deep integration with a vehicle's instrument cluster and systems, built-in Radio and Climate apps, customizable widgets, and more. The interface is tailored to each vehicle model and automaker's identity, and drivers can choose from various preset design options. The connected iPhone provides app-related data, while the vehicle provides driving data like current speed, and other info like tire pressure.

Some other automakers like Audi, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz have said they have no plans to offer CarPlay Ultra, but decisions can always change over time.

Article Link: Next Vehicle With CarPlay Ultra Named in Report as Rollout Continues

 

[russell_314]

This will be very helpful in a Hyundai. When you’re on the side of the road waiting for a tow truck it’s something to pass the time.

 

[jz0309]

as a smaller and more affordable EV that will offer up to 365 miles of range per full charge.

And since it carries the ioniq name I assume it'll be on the eGMP platform and thus providing ultra-fast charging. Nice, hope it comes to the US. If so, it'll be a consideration to eventually replace my ioniq 5

 

[neuropsychguy]

This will be very helpful in a Hyundai. When you’re on the side of the road waiting for a tow truck it’s something to pass the time.

Some of the Hyundai EVs have had that issue but overall Hyundai and Kia’s EV efforts are generally widely regarded as efficient and reliable. Many reviewers consider them the best EVs available in the United States.

 

[ceddy]

I’ve have multiple phones and 4-5 cars with CarPlay and it’s always been buggy at times. Not sure I want Apple to take over more of the cars systems.

 

[Olde Dave]

This will be very helpful in a Hyundai. When you’re on the side of the road waiting for a tow truck it’s something to pass the time.

Everyone likes to take a crap on Hyundai/Kia, but my wife drove a 2013 Hyundai Sonata for well over 100k miles with no major issues. She’s currently driving a 2020 Kia Soul that is about to hit 90k and the experience has been the same. Basic maintenance goes a long way on most modern cars.

 

[Yonizzle]

And since it carries the ioniq name I assume it'll be on the eGMP platform and thus providing ultra-fast charging. Nice, hope it comes to the US. If so, it'll be a consideration to eventually replace my ioniq 5

Not necessarily—the Kia EV3 and EV4 are eGMP cars but they have 400 volt architecture and a way slower 10–80% time than the other/bigger Hyundai + Kia EVs

 

[Yonizzle]

Since a lot of MacRumors readers are in the U.S.: Worth noting that all the EV bloggers are pretty confident that the Ioniq 3 won’t make it to these shores. We get such a pared down selection of compact hatchbacks compared to Europe and Korea.

 

[jz0309]

Not necessarily—the Kia EV3 and EV4 are eGMP cars but they have 400 volt architecture and a way slower 10–80% time than the other/bigger Hyundai + Kia EVs

Well, that would be a dealbreaker, can't go back to "slow" charging

 

[jz0309]

Since a lot of MacRumors readers are in the U.S.: Worth noting that all the EV bloggers are pretty confident that the Ioniq 3 won’t make it to these shores. We get such a pared down selection of compact hatchbacks compared to Europe and Korea.

I did read about the ioniq 2 (two) not coming to the US - is there confusion about 2 and/or 3?

 

[jole]

I’ve have multiple phones and 4-5 cars with CarPlay and it’s always been buggy at times.

Pro tip: Do not connect all the phones to all the cars. It will be heck of a confusion when you enter the garage

 

[russell_314]

Some of the Hyundai EVs have had that issue but overall Hyundai and Kia’s EV efforts are generally widely regarded as efficient and reliable. Many reviewers consider them the best EVs available in the United States.

I can’t believe someone would put the words Hyundai, Kia and reliable in the same sentence. If there’s not a law against that, there should be 😂

I’m sure they won the JD Power EV of the year award. I’m sure Car and Driver named it the most revolutionary electric vehicle available this century. I bet they’re going to be quite fun for the future mechanics out there

 

[ChrisA]

Everyone likes to take a crap on Hyundai/Kia, but my wife drove a 2013 Hyundai Sonata for well over 100k miles with no major issues. She’s currently driving a 2020 Kia Soul that is about to hit 90k and the experience has been the same. Basic maintenance goes a long way on most modern cars.

This is an EV. "Basic maintenance" means filling the windshield wiper fluid, replacing the cabin air filter, and replacing the tires. That's about it. Brake pads are likely good for over 300K miles

 

[ChrisA]

I bet they’re going to be quite fun for the future mechanics out there

What mechanic? It is an EV. No engine, no transmission.

 

[russell_314]

This is an EV. "Basic maintenance" means filling the windshield wiper fluid, replacing the cabin air filter, and replacing the tires. That's about it. Brake pads are likely good for over 300K miles

Ford would like to have a word with you 😂

 

[russell_314]

What mechanic? It is an EV. No engine, no transmission.

Oh, I didn’t realize it was impossible for electric vehicles to have malfunctions and breakdown. Also no maintenance right?
.

Can you kindly let all the shops that specialize in electric vehicle repair know they can shut down and go home?

 

[zalusky]

I don’t see why people are complaining. You don’t have to use CarPlay/Android. I like having a choice and I like not having to pay for a connectivity subscription.

 

[stevemiller]

I don’t see why people are complaining. You don’t have to use CarPlay/Android. I like having a choice and I like not having to pay for a connectivity subscription.

I like it in theory if it worked as advertised, but often I find it fiddly enough that it’s barely better than a car mount and basic Bluetooth connectivity for your music/calls.

And of course Apple and the auto maker will invariably point fingers at each other rather than actually just… making it better.

 

[coolfactor]

I recently got a 2019 Hyundai Kona, and love its design. The newer Kona's aren't as attractive to me. Same with the IONIC... not a big fan of the pseudo-futuristic design. I hope they have learned from this and come out with a truly awesome design for IONIC 3 vehicles.

 

[coolfactor]

Everyone likes to take a crap on Hyundai/Kia, but my wife drove a 2013 Hyundai Sonata for well over 100k miles with no major issues. She’s currently driving a 2020 Kia Soul that is about to hit 90k and the experience has been the same. Basic maintenance goes a long way on most modern cars.

Being a new owner of Hyundai Kona, I've noticed all of the Hyundai's and Kia's on the road, and they do seem to be super reliable, realistic designs. The 2019 Kona (that I have) was a winner of Safety awards. Does seem to have a solid, safe design.

 

[Kaulini]

Luckly only the cars made in the USA from Hyundai or Kia have the issues of reliability. The ones in Europe don’t have those issues.

 

[vmistery]

Everyone likes to take a crap on Hyundai/Kia, but my wife drove a 2013 Hyundai Sonata for well over 100k miles with no major issues. She’s currently driving a 2020 Kia Soul that is about to hit 90k and the experience has been the same. Basic maintenance goes a long way on most modern cars.

Yeah I’ve no idea why the hate. I drive a 2014 i30 with over 155k on the clock, never missed a beat or cost much to service. Only downside in my old car is the infotainment system is from the 90s.

 

[svish]

Good to see more Hyundai vehicles supporting CarPlay. Expecting the rollout of CarPlay to be slow.

 

[Klpp0]

What a fail. You need a lot more prominent manufacturers to make a difference. This ultra seems just again to be a waste of money.

So many bad and useless decisions are made.

 

[xxFoxtail]

I was looking at this vehicle after I retire my '23 Bolt EUV, though I hope I can get at least another ten years out of my Bolt.

CarPlay Ultra kind of solidified this decision. I guess I’ll see where I’m at when I’m in the car market again.