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2006-2021 Fiat Ducato Head Unit Kit
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  • DM Plus head unit kit$790
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2006-2021 Fiat Ducato Head Unit Kit

Series X250, X290

Head unit
Display
HD IPS
Chip
UIS7862S, 12nm
Memory
4GB
Audio
AKM7738 DSP
  • Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto
  • Google Play Store
  • Micro-SD capable

Includes all our features with impressive audio and performance that won't let you down.

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Display
QHD QLED
Chip
UIS7862S, 12nm
Memory
6GB
Audio
AKM7738 DSP
  • Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto
  • Google Play Store
  • Micro-SD capable

Same great performance as DM Core, incredible display. Our recommendation for most.

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Display
QHD QLED
Chip
UIS7870, 6nm
Memory
8GB
Audio
AKM7739 DSP
Bluetooth
aptX-HD
  • Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto
  • Google Play Store
  • Micro-SD capable

A noticeable jump in performance and studio quality audio. For the power users.

Discover DM Pro
Display
QHD QLED, 11.5"
Chip
UIS7862S, 6nm
Memory
8GB
Audio
AKM7738 DSP
Bluetooth
aptX-HD
  • Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto
  • Google Play Store
  • Micro-SD capable

Big is good. If you want your head unit to be your portable cinema, this is the one.

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Display
QHD QLED
Chip
UIS7870, 6nm
Memory
12GB
Audio
AKM7739 DSP
Bluetooth
aptX-HD
  • Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto
  • Google Play Store
  • Micro-SD capable

Complete overkill, created simply because we could. If you want the absolute best in performance and lossless audio, here it is.

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Dash camera

Dual Cam DVR Dashcam

Two high-definition cameras record the road and cabin, giving you crisp coverage of what’s ahead and inside the car.

  • Easy phone connectivity
  • Loop recording
  • 24/7 parking monitoring

Triple Cam DVR Dashcam

Capture every angle of your journey with three high-definition cameras that record the road, cabin, and rear—so you don’t miss a thing.

  • Easy phone connectivity
  • Loop recording
  • 24/7 parking monitoring
Microphone
Extras
Delivery4–⁠11 business days
Total$790

About this kit

Cables draped across the dash, a dim old screen and laggy menus—sound familiar? This kit fixes that with a factory-style fascia, wireless connect, and a brighter, quicker display that wakes fast. Controls stay working, the camera is supported, and it remains readable in Australian heat.

Supports Apple CarPlay & Android Auto via CarLink 2.0 (pre-installed).

Android head unit installed, showing split-screen maps and music

Compatibility at a glance

Years
2006–2021
Series
X250, X290
Trims
MWB Low Roof, MWB Mid Roof, LWB Mid Roof, XLWB Mid Roof, Cab Chassis
Steering wheel controls
Retained if present
Premium audio systems supported
All
Camera retention
Retained if present
Market name
AU-market Fiat Professional commercial range. X250 (≈2006–2014) then facelift X290 (≈2015–2021); local marketing also uses 'Series' labels (e.g., Series 6/7).

What’s included

  • Head unit of your choice — select your preferred tier
  • Vehicle-specific fascia — OEM-match finish
  • Core plug-and-play harness; trim-specific adapters added if your car needs them (free of charge)
  • Factory reverse camera retention (where fitted)
  • Antenna adapter (where required)

Install snapshot

Time
60 mins
Difficulty 1 to 5
2
Tools
Trim Tools, Phillips Screwdriver, 10mm Socket

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Built for Australian conditions

AU warranty

Carpark heat re-entry

  • Active fan & heat-sink
  • Voltage-stable power stage
  • 12-month local warranty

Features you’ll use

Australian sun and heat soak can wash out older screens in big van cabins. This upgrade swaps clutter for a clean, model-specific fascia and a high-brightness display that stays visible at noon. Wireless startup and voice-first control keep trips simple with Google Maps and YouTube Music.

2006-2021 Fiat Ducato Head Unit Kit

From cluttered to clean

Swap the tangle for a tidy, model-specific fascia that suits the Ducato's centre stack. Steering-wheel controls stay active and the factory camera is supported where fitted. The result is a cleaner, factory-style finish that looks like it belongs, with cables tucked away and a mount that doesn't creak across bumpy worksite runs.
  • Clutter → tidy fascia
  • Cables → hidden
  • Loose mounts → solid fit

From flat to focused

Give the cabin a clearer stage. A 31-band EQ and per-channel time alignment let you place vocals and tighten bass, while Hi-Res playback and stable Bluetooth keep detail intact. It's amp/sub friendly if you're building further, but out of the box the result is cleaner, more even sound across the big van.
  • Flat audio → clean stage
  • Guess EQ → 31-band
  • Smeared timing → aligned

From cables to wireless

Leave the cords in the glovebox. Wireless pairing via CarLink 2.0 wakes fast when you turn the key, so the van is ready by the time you shift to Drive. Use voice for calls and messages, ask for Google Maps, queue YouTube Music, and keep moving—fewer taps, fewer distractions, and no cable sprawl.
  • Cables → wireless
  • Manual connect → auto
  • Taps → voice first

From no bars to guided

Out past reception? Download map areas on Wi-Fi before you go and keep turn-by-turn guidance running when the signal drops. Add a small OBD2 dongle to use Torque for live gauges and basic fault reads. It's practical info on the same display, ready for long regional runs or job sites off the grid.
  • No bars → offline maps
  • Blind gauges → Torque
  • Guesswork → basic codes

The DriverMods difference

Real performance — and real transparency

The current standard is still 28 nm—slower and hotter, with only the highest end units running 12 nm.
Our units start at 12 nm for smooth, lag-free performance (Core & Plus), stepping up to 6 nm in Pro/Max/Flagship for lightning-fast response.

  • spec transparency
  • modern silicon
  • fast boot
  • cool, stable runs
Displays you enjoy looking at

No dim, plasticky panels.
Our Plus / Pro / Max / Flagship use QLED QHD for razor-sharp maps, media, and text.
Our Core tier unit uses a bright, vivid HD IPS display—clear, clean, and easy on the eyes.

  • higher resolution
  • higher brightness
  • premium panel tech
Bigger screen, less bezel, factory-style fit

More screen, minimal bezels, tidy fascia—designed to look like it belongs in your dash.
Controls stay accessible and integration stays clean.

  • OEM-style fit
  • modern look
  • tidy install
Tuned software that makes life easy

Lean, fast, and stable—plus full customisation.
Keep our optimised setup or download and swap to a different launcher if you prefer.
With an Android OS head unit, the options are endless.

  • fast UI
  • no bloat
  • choose your launcher
Memory & storage that keep up

Gone are the days when 4 GB of RAM was “top-end.”
Ours start at 4 GB and go up from there, so app switching stays smooth.
Add maps and media with microSD expansion and you’re set for offline trips.

  • more RAM
  • smoother multitasking
  • microSD for expandable storage
Built for value, backed locally

Top-tier hardware at fair pricing, with AU support and clear documentation.
We care about the experience after install just as much as unboxing day.

  • local help
  • real warranty
  • easy ownership
Why we do it

The concept isn’t new—the standard should be.
Modern processors, better panels, lean and fast software, fair pricing.
We build head units that make driving feel effortless, not frustrating.

Checkout & shipping — how it works

  1. Order your kitChoose your preferred head unit tier and place your order.
  2. Upload a photoAfter checkout, we'll provide a link for you to easily upload a photo of your dash and any steering wheel controls.
  3. We assemble the correct kitWe confirm your exact model and include any needed adapters and the correct fascia. Correct-fit guarantee applies.
  4. Tracked shippingAU-wide tracked delivery in 4–⁠11 business days.

FAQs

Will this suit my 2010 Ducato X250 and keep the steering buttons?

Yes. It suits X250 and X290 within 2006–2021 and retains steering-wheel controls. Fascia and harness paths are matched to the vehicle so the cabin stays tidy and stock-looking.

Does it support the factory reverse camera on X290 models?

Where a factory camera is fitted, it's supported. Some vans may need a simple adapter depending on year/loom; we'll include the right path so the image comes through on the display.

How does the screen handle midday glare and Aussie heat?

The display is high-brightness and designed for summer stability, so prompts remain readable during carpark heat re-entry and at noon in Australian conditions.

Can I install it myself? How long does it take?

Most owners can DIY in about 60 minutes. Difficulty is 2/3. Have Trim Tools, a Phillips Screwdriver and a 10mm Socket ready and follow the supplied step-by-step guide.

Is the wireless link stable day to day?

Yes. The system uses CarLink 2.0 to auto-reconnect when you start the van, so calls, messages and voice navigation are ready without plugging a cable.

Can I get guidance with no reception and use Torque?

Yes. Download map areas on Wi-Fi before you leave and pair an OBD2 dongle to run Torque. You'll have turn guidance without coverage and live gauges on the same screen.

Learn more

Want to dive deeper into features and how everything works? These guides break it down and help you choose the right setup.

Compare head units

DM Core
$685
DM Plus
$790
DM Pro
$990
DM Max
$1,170
DM Flagship
$1,450
Screen size9.0 - 10.1″9.5 - 10.36″9.5 - 10.36″11.5″—
ResolutionHDQHDQHDQHDQHD
PanelIPSQLEDQLEDQLEDQLED
Brightness1100 nits1500 nits1500 nits1500 nits—
UI refresh60 Hz60 Hz100 Hz60 Hz—
CPUUIS7862S 2× A75 + 6× A55 2+6 @ 2.0 GHzUIS7862S 2× A75 + 6× A55 2+6 @ 2.0 GHzUIS7870 8x Cortex A76 @ 2.7 GHzUIS7870 2× A75 + 6× A55 2+6 @ 2.0 GHzUIS7870
Processor Node Type12nm12nm6nm6nm6nm
RAM4 GB LPDDR4X6 GB LPDDR4X8 GB LPDDR4X8 GB LPDDR4X12GB
Storage64 GB eMMC 5.1128 GB eMMC 5.1128 GB UFS128 GB UFS—
DSPAKM7738AKM7738AKM7739AKM7738AKM7739
Pre-outs3 × 2.5 V3 × 2.5 V3 × 4.0 V3 × 4.0 V—
Optical outNoNoYesYes—
Coaxial outNoNoYesYes—
USB 2.02233—
USB-C 3.20011—
In shortIncludes all our features and great performance that wont let you down.Same great performance, incredible display. Our recommendation for most.A solid improvement in performance and studio quality audio.Big, is good. If you want your head unit to be the focus point, this is the one.Complete overkill, created simply because we could. If you want the absolute best in performance and lossless audio, here it is.