How can I use Android Auto in a Porsche?

With Android Auto, some of the functions and apps of an Android smartphone are made available in your Porsche Communication Management (PCM) infotainment system.

Table of Content

What do I need to do to use Android Auto with my Porsche?
How can I set up Android Auto in a Porsche?
What should I consider when using Android Auto?
How can I operate Android Auto using Google Assistant Voice Control?

What do I need to do to use Android Auto with my Porsche?

To use Android Auto with your Porsche, you need:

The latest Android version (minimum Android 8)

The latest version of Android Auto installed on your phone. From Android 10 onwards, Android Auto is already integrated

A mobile data connection enabled on your phone. Depending on your mobile plan, additional charges may apply (especially if used abroad). It’s recommended you use a data plan with flat-rate pricing

Google Assistant and Android Auto enabled in the settings

We recommend using an undamaged, original manufacturer phone cable without a USB adapter

For further information, please check the current requirements on the Android Auto website

Android Auto is only available in countries supported by Google and with apps that are supported by Android Auto. For more details visit the Google Play store.

The availability of Android Auto and its features also vary depending on model and model year, and may not be available in your vehicle.

Wired Android Auto: Taycan, Cayenne, 911 (992), Panamera produced from 2021 onwards

Wireless Android Auto: Taycan, Cayenne, 911 (992), Panamera produced from 2022 onwards, Macan Electric

How can I set up Android Auto in a Porsche?

You can set-up Android Auto either wirelessly or wired using a USB cable.

Connect your phone to the USB port (Type C)

Confirm the notification on your Porsche Communication Management (PCM) that you want to start using Android Auto

Android Auto will now launch and available apps will be displayed on the PCM

To enable a wireless connection, please make sure you have:

Activated Wireless Android Auto on your phone

Activated the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi functions on your phone

Activated the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi functions of your vehicle

In your vehicle’s Porsche Communication Management (PCM):

Tap the Devices tile

Tap Connect new devices

Then, either tap Connect Android Auto to add your phone or use the Android Auto logo icon in the Connect new devices row as a short cut where you will need to tap Connect Android Auto

Your vehicle will start searching for devices. Your phone will appear on the screen as soon as your Porsche finds it

Tap on your phone name to connect

Agree to start Android Auto

To exit wireless Android Auto:

On your vehicle’s PCM press Home > Devices > Tap the Android Auto icon of the connected smartphone.

Wireless Android Auto will now be terminated.

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What should I consider when using Android Auto?

Navigation applications such as Google Maps via Android Auto don’t work in parallel with PCM navigation

When using Android Auto, active Bluetooth connections (e.g. for telephony, media playback or messaging) are automatically disconnected

If Android Auto is active, you can’t use or connect another phone. To connect another phone, you must first disconnect the Android Auto connection within the PCM Device Manager

How can I operate Android Auto using Google Assistant Voice Control?

To start Google Assistant, ensure that:

Google Assistant is enabled in the settings of your phone

You have switched on your vehicle’s ignition and PCM 

You aren’t in an active phone call

The parking assistant isn’t active

PCM Voice control isn’t active

Then simply:

Press and hold the Voice Control button on the steering wheel

Speak your desired voice command

To end Google Assistant:

Google Assistant is active and waiting for a voice command

Press the Voice Control button on the steering wheel > A fading acoustic signal sounds

Image of a Porsche steering wheel with an arrow pointing to the Android Auto Voice Control button.

This article is relevant for the following vehicle models

Wired Android Auto: Taycan, Cayenne, 911 (992), Panamera produced from 2021 onwards.

Wireless Android Auto: Taycan, Cayenne, 911 (922), Panamera produced from 2022 onwards, Macan Electric (2024-2025)

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