Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto for BMW 3 Series (F30)
Vehicle-specific retrofit kits for the F30, F31, F34 and F35 3 Series. Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto with the iDrive controller, factory audio and parking sensors fully retained.
A vehicle-specific retrofit kit for BMW 3 Series F30 / F31 / F34 / F35 (2012–2019) that adds wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto while keeping the factory iDrive, display and audio system fully working.
The kit connects behind the factory head unit through a plug-and-play T-harness — nothing is cut, spliced or coded. The iDrive controller, touchpad (where fitted), steering-wheel buttons, factory amplifier, microphone and parking sensors all keep working, and because the installation is fully reversible the car can be returned to stock at any time.
Owners of the earlier E90 / E91 / E92 / E93 3 Series (2005–2012) are covered too — see the BMW & MINI brand page for the full fitment list.
Key features
- Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto
- iDrive controller & steering-wheel buttons fully retained
- Factory amplifier, speakers & microphone keep working
- Plug-and-play T-harness — no cutting, no coding
- Front & rear camera support
- Fully reversible — back to stock any time
Hidden behind the dash, invisible from inside
Nothing on the dashboard changes, and the car can go back to stock at any time.
What the F30 kit adds
- Wireless Apple CarPlay — the factory display goes wireless, with no dongle and no subscription.
- Android Auto — added on a chassis where BMW never offered it.
- Nothing visible changes — the module hides behind the dash, so the car looks factory inside and out.
- Fully reversible — plug-and-play harness, no wires cut, so the car can go back to stock.
Identify your iDrive system
The kit you need depends entirely on which head unit is fitted. Two F30s that look identical can take different parts.
| System | Production years | Factory screen | What it means for you |
|---|---|---|---|
| NBT | 2012 – 2016 | 6.5" / 8.8" | The most common F30 platform. Tile-style iDrive menu, no factory touchscreen. |
| NBT EVO (ID5 / ID6) | 2016 – 2019 | 6.5" / 8.8" / 10.25" | Late F30 and LCI cars. Horizontally scrolling menu, optional touchscreen. |
Not sure which one you have? The quickest check is the iDrive menu design: NBT EVO uses the newer ID5 / ID6 layout with large horizontal tiles, while NBT uses the older grid. If you are still unsure, send us a photo of your screen and menu through the contact page and we will confirm the exact part within one business day.
What fits the F30 / F31 / F34 / F35
One interface covers CIC, NBT and EVO — matched to your build date, not to the model name.
| Part | iDrive system | Display | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| CarPlay interface (factory screen retained) | CIC / NBT / EVO | Original | Matched to your build date |
Vehicle systems are for reference. Every order is matched to your exact model year, build date and options — send us your vehicle details and we confirm the correct part before dispatch.
What fitting an F30 kit involves
Typical workshop time: 1.5 – 3 hours depending on the option chosen.
Remove the trim
The display surround and a few trim panels come off with plastic tools. No drilling, no cutting.
Connect the T-harness
The kit harness plugs between the factory head unit and the original wiring. Every connector is keyed — it only fits one way.
Fit the module
The module hides behind the dash, on the factory mounting points.
Test and refit
CarPlay, Android Auto, cameras, steering-wheel buttons and the original iDrive menu are tested before the trim goes back.
A vehicle-specific installation guide is provided with every order, and our technical team supports your installer directly by email or WhatsApp if anything needs checking. Because the kit is fully reversible, the car can be returned to stock at any time without a trace.
Not sure which F30 kit you need?
Send us your model year and a photo of your iDrive menu — we confirm the right part within one business day.
- Tell us the model years you sell into and roughly how many you need.
- We reply within one business day with unit pricing, freight options and lead time.
- We confirm fitment from your VIN or a photo of the factory screen before dispatch.
Looking for the interface itself? See the dedicated product pages: CarPlay interface for BMW & MINI NBT and NBT EVO — the interface-kit option on this page is the same platform family.
Frequently asked questions — BMW 3 Series (F30)
Did any BMW F30 come with CarPlay from the factory?
Only a small number of late F30s, in certain markets, could be ordered with factory CarPlay — and it was a paid option, usually wired-only and tied to a subscription. The overwhelming majority of F30, F31, F34 and F35 cars have no CarPlay and no Android Auto at all.
How do I know which iDrive system my F30 has?
The fastest check is the iDrive menu design: NBT EVO runs the newer ID5 / ID6 layout with large horizontal tiles, while NBT uses the older grid. If you are unsure, send us a photo of your screen and menu and we will confirm the platform before you order.
Will the iDrive controller and steering-wheel buttons still work?
Yes. The kit decodes the CAN bus, so the rotary controller, touchpad (where fitted), steering-wheel buttons and console keys all keep working — both in the original iDrive menus and inside CarPlay / Android Auto.
Do I need to code or flash the car?
No. The kit works alongside the factory head unit without modifying its firmware, and no coding is required. Nothing in the process leaves a trace if the car is later returned to stock.
Does it work with the Harman Kardon or hi-fi amplifier?
Yes. The original audio path is retained, so the factory amplifier, speakers and microphone keep working exactly as before. Music from CarPlay and Android Auto plays through the original system.
Is the installation reversible?
Yes. The kit uses a plug-and-play T-harness and factory mounting points. No wires are cut, so the car can be reverted to stock at any time.