Navigation update v9.1

Susan5s · 09-15-2009, 08:12 PM

That's my plan for my next Prius, hopefully 2011 or so. Not spending for the NAV package because TomTom has great graphics, updatable maps, Bluetooth, MP3. Plus it does windows, acts as an air freshener and subdues backseat drivers. If Roger Federer had one he probably would have won the final against DelPotro.

garygid · 09-17-2009, 04:57 PM

Looking at the "coverage" zones that the Map Info (in the 2010 Prius, Nav DVD ver 8.1), I see MAJOR areas (most of Nevada) NOT included.

Most GPS systems (I have approx. 10 brands/models: Garmin, Mio, TomTom, etc.) have included "all" streets in the USA ("full" coverage) for at least several years.

My dealer's Service Dept. told me yesterday that the update DVD was delayed until the end of October (at least), and would cost $299. At that overly-high price, it better have full coverage and at least 12 million POI. Even then, it is more expensive than most non-integrated GPS systems.

The version 8.1 appears to be "lacking" coverage, if one believes their own "coverage" maps.

Cwn anybody living in those "uncovered" areas to give us some feedback? Thanks.

dapriett · 10-28-2009, 10:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by garygid

Looking at the "coverage" zones that the Map Info (in the 2010 Prius, Nav DVD ver 8.1), I see MAJOR areas (most of Nevada) NOT included.

Most GPS systems (I have approx. 10 brands/models: Garmin, Mio, TomTom, etc.) have included "all" streets in the USA ("full" coverage) for at least several years.

My dealer's Service Dept. told me yesterday that the update DVD was delayed until the end of October (at least), and would cost $299. At that overly-high price, it better have full coverage and at least 12 million POI. Even then, it is more expensive than most non-integrated GPS systems.

The version 8.1 appears to be "lacking" coverage, if one believes their own "coverage" maps.

Cwn anybody living in those "uncovered" areas to give us some feedback? Thanks.

Here's what it says was updated for the Map data:

dapriett · 10-28-2009, 10:26 PM

Opps, the link wouldn't post. Just do a search on "mylexus-navigationmaps_gen4-5_v81.pdf"

RMulligan · 11-21-2009, 03:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dapriett

Opps, the link wouldn't post. Just do a search on "mylexus-navigationmaps_gen4-5_v81.pdf"

Thanks for the 8.1 link. It says an update was done for San Diego County. But I tried to find an address in Carlsbad, CA. The housing development is 2 years old and was not in the data base. So I wonder how current any of these updates will be. Certainly not worth $200 if you are trying to find a newer address.

**Tideland Prius** · Yesterday, 04:10 AM

Why can't Toyota have a simple page such as this

TOYOTA Navigation Map Updates

What vehicle, what country? what has changed? It even gives you stats!

09-15-2009, 08:12 PM	#11
Susan5s Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 34 My Car: 2004 Prius Model: Package: #9 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	Re: Navigation update v9.1 That's my plan for my next Prius, hopefully 2011 or so. Not spending for the NAV package because TomTom has great graphics, updatable maps, Bluetooth, MP3. Plus it does windows, acts as an air freshener and subdues backseat drivers. If Roger Federer had one he probably would have won the final against DelPotro.

09-17-2009, 04:57 PM	#12
garygid Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 265 My Car: 2010 Prius Model: III Package: Navigation Thanks: 0 Thanked 15 Times in 14 Posts Friends: 2	Re: Navigation update v9.1 Looking at the "coverage" zones that the Map Info (in the 2010 Prius, Nav DVD ver 8.1), I see MAJOR areas (most of Nevada) NOT included. Most GPS systems (I have approx. 10 brands/models: Garmin, Mio, TomTom, etc.) have included "all" streets in the USA ("full" coverage) for at least several years. My dealer's Service Dept. told me yesterday that the update DVD was delayed until the end of October (at least), and would cost $299. At that overly-high price, it better have full coverage and at least 12 million POI. Even then, it is more expensive than most non-integrated GPS systems. The version 8.1 appears to be "lacking" coverage, if one believes their own "coverage" maps. Cwn anybody living in those "uncovered" areas to give us some feedback? Thanks.

10-28-2009, 10:26 PM	#14
dapriett Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 2 My Car: Other Non-Hybrid Model: N/A Package: N/A Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	Re: Navigation update v9.1 Opps, the link wouldn't post. Just do a search on "mylexus-navigationmaps_gen4-5_v81.pdf"

Yesterday, 04:10 AM	#16
Tideland Prius Moderator of the North Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Canada Posts: 19,633 My Car: 2010 Prius Model: N/A Package: Technology Package (Canada) Thanks: 229 Thanked 346 Times in 245 Posts Friends: 23	Re: Navigation update v9.1 Why can't Toyota have a simple page such as this TOYOTA Navigation Map Updates What vehicle, what country? what has changed? It even gives you stats!

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