Certain Acura models let you stream video and play games on the vehicle's built-in touchscreen through the Google Play Store, no phone connection required, and no external device needed.
This capability is part of Google built-in, which is standard on the ADX A-Spec with Advance Package and on the MDX with Technology Package and above.
Acura's in-car streaming and gaming runs through Google Play, accessed directly on the vehicle's touchscreen via Google built-in. Because the system is native to the vehicle and not mirrored from a phone, it operates independently.
Drivers and passengers can open entertainment apps like YouTube and Disney+, stream content, or download and play games from the Google Play library, all on the vehicle's display.
Video streaming and gaming through Google Play are only available when the vehicle is parked. While moving, the system prioritizes navigation, communication, and driver-assist functions. The Google Assistant handles voice commands throughout.
Google built-in and the Google Play streaming and gaming access that comes with it are available on two models in the Acura lineup carried by Ed Martin Acura: the ADX and the MDX. Not every trim includes it, so the specific package matters.
On the ADX, Google built-in is standard exclusively on the A-Spec with Advance Package. When equipped, the ADX displays content on a 9-inch HD touchscreen and includes a complimentary 3-year unlimited data plan.
On the MDX, Google built-in is standard on the Technology Package and above. The MDX uses a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a larger surface that brings the streaming and gaming experience much closer to a tablet or small monitor.
| Model | Trim | Google Built-In | Display Size | Data Plan Included |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADX | Standard | No | 9-inch | No |
| ADX | A-Spec | No | 9-inch | No |
| ADX | A-Spec with Advance Package | Yes | 9-inch | Yes - 3-year unlimited AT&T |
| MDX | Standard | No | 12.3-inch | No |
| MDX | Technology Package | Yes | 12.3-inch | AT&T plan available |
| MDX | Advance Package | Yes | 12.3-inch | AT&T plan available |
| MDX | A-Spec Package | Yes | 12.3-inch | AT&T plan available |
| MDX | A-Spec with Advance Package | Yes | 12.3-inch | AT&T plan available |
| MDX | Type S Advance | Yes | 12.3-inch | AT&T plan available |
The parked-use design of Acura's in-car entertainment makes it most valuable in situations Indiana drivers encounter regularly. Parents waiting through lengthy travel sports tournaments or after-school activities have a built-in screen for younger passengers.
Drivers making longer stops on road trips along I-65 or I-70 can stream content during a meal break without unpacking a bag. On equipped trims, the system runs through the vehicle's own data connection rather than consuming personal phone data.
Understanding how Google built-in and Google Play work in the cabin is easiest when you experience it directly. The screen size, interface speed, and app navigation all become clear within a few minutes of hands-on time.
At Ed Martin Acura on E 96th Street in Indianapolis, our team can show you the feature on both models and help you identify which trim level fits your priorities.
No. Video streaming and gaming through Google Play are only available when the vehicle is parked.
Streaming and gaming through Google Play require an active internet connection. The ADX A-Spec with Advance Package includes a complimentary 3-year unlimited AT&T data plan.
No. Android Auto mirrors your phone's apps. Google built-in is native to the vehicle and operates independently of your phone.
Yes. To access personalized features, download apps from Google Play, and use Google Assistant with your preferences, you need to link a Google account to the vehicle.
Available apps include YouTube, Disney+, and other entertainment apps compatible with Android Automotive.
Google Play streaming and gaming run on the vehicle's front display. Rear passengers can use personal devices connected to the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot.
Google built-in is available on the ADX A-Spec with Advance Package and on MDX trims from the Technology Package and above.
Yes. On trims with Google built-in, you can browse the Google Play Store on the vehicle's touchscreen and download compatible games directly to the system.
Your apps and preferences are tied to your Google account, not the vehicle itself.
Yes. Google built-in in Acura vehicles supports over-the-air software updates.
