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Is there a way to update the navigation system?

Discussion in 'Newbie Forum' started by Julia2001, Aug 23, 2011.

  1. Julia2001

    Julia2001 Member

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    I've got a 2007 Prius loaded with everything and I love it.

    The navigation package leaves something to be desired, I must say. It is difficult to program, does not accept many street names, and is overall not a great system compared to the GPS I had been using in my Subaru for the past several years.

    I'm wondering if any update would help and if so, is there a manner of doing so?

    Thanks!:)
     
    #1 Julia2001, Aug 23, 2011
  2. liskipper

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    You can check with your dealer to find out what the latest available DVD version is - it's 10.1 for the G3. Basically, the nav system is crap, and I doubt if an update would give you any better performance or features. I updated by G3 from 9.1 to 10.1, and it didn't show any improvement in anything. Also be prepared for sticker shock when you hear the price of the update. You can get a full featured, portable unit that is much better than the one installed for the price of the upgrade DVD.
     
    #2 liskipper, Aug 23, 2011
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    qbee42 My other car is a boat

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    You can purchase an updated Nav DVD, but don't expect miracles.

    Tom
     
    #3 qbee42, Aug 23, 2011
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    Usually, you don't get anything more than updated maps.
     
    #4 xs650, Aug 23, 2011
  5. Julia2001

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    Thank you all very much for this helpful information.

    Julia
     
    #5 Julia2001, Aug 24, 2011
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