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2009-2016 Holden Cruze Head Unit Kit
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  • DM Plus head unit kit$790
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2009-2016 Holden Cruze Head Unit Kit

Series JG, JH

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.

Discover DM Core
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.

Discover DM Max
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

Turn the key; road noise fades; then the mix locks in. The factory-look fascia suits the Cruze and keeps the dash calm while the head unit comes to life fast. Built for Australian heat, the display stays readable, so staging, vocals and bass stay intact — even over highway drone.

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
2009–2016
Series
JG, JH
Trims
CD, CDX, SRi, SRi-V, Equipe, Z-Series
Steering wheel controls
Retained if present
Premium audio systems supported
All
Camera retention
Retained if present
Market name
AU-market Cruze: JG (2009–2011, sedan); JH/Series II (2011–2016). Five-door hatch joined in Nov 2011 (MY12); Sportwagon on sale Dec 2012/Jan 2013.

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-Removal Tools, Phillips Screwdriver, 10 mm Socket

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Built for Australian conditions

AU warranty

Audio-first tuning that stays clear over highway drone.

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

Features you’ll use

OEM look outside, engineered sound inside: cleaner source, DSP/EQ and per-channel timing that centre the image. The stereo wakes quickly and keeps a low noise floor, so podcasts and playlists stay clear on harsh road surfaces. Steering controls feel native, and the fascia keeps everything visually quiet.

2009-2016 Holden Cruze Head Unit Kit

Looks stock, built to sing

An OEM-match fascia suits the Cruze dash so the stereo looks stock while hiding a far more capable core. Controls remain familiar and the reverse camera is retained where fitted. Lines stay clean and reflections low, so you can focus on sound rather than shiny trim or stray light across the display.
  • OEM-match fascia look
  • Controls feel native
  • Camera retained where fitted

Stage, depth, detail

Shape the cabin into a stage. Use the 16–31-band EQ to balance tonal peaks, then apply per-channel time alignment to centre vocals and widen the image. Hi-Res playback preserves micro-detail, and Bluetooth supports high-quality codecs like aptX-HD. Pre-outs keep the upgrade path open for an external amp and a tight, controlled sub.
  • Low noise floor
  • Wide, stable stage
  • Tight sub path
  • Amp and sub ready

Hi-quality streams

Set your source quality and press play. Wireless phone integration reconnects quickly, so Spotify or Apple Music picks up without cable juggling. Voice keeps hands on the wheel for searches and messages, and maps stay a glance away. It's a clean path from phone to head unit for high-quality streams, daily.
  • Wireless reconnects fast
  • Voice-first hands-free control
  • Maps at a glance

Keep data for music

Download map areas before a run and keep navigation working even when coverage dips — useful when you'd rather save mobile data for music. Add a tiny OBD2 adapter and use Torque to keep an eye on coolant temps, speed and intake readings. Handy diagnostics without cluttering the daily drive.
  • Offline maps cached
  • Save phone data
  • Quick OBD2 checks

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 all Holden Cruze JG/JH (2009–2016) body styles?

Yes — it suits sedan, hatch and Sportwagon within the listed years for Australia. The factory look is maintained and steering controls continue to work.

My car has the JH MyLink screen — is compatibility affected?

No. Whether your car had the early multi-line unit or the later MyLink touchscreen, the kit is designed to integrate cleanly and retain core functions.

Does the reverse camera still switch on promptly?

Where a factory camera is present, it's retained and switches quickly when you select reverse, so parking remains straightforward.

How does the display handle heat and glare in Australia?

The unit wakes quickly and remains readable in hot cabins, with a calm UI that's easy to glance at in midday light.

Can I add an amplifier and sub later?

Yes — amp-friendly pre-outs and sub controls give you a clean path to expand, with EQ and time alignment to dial in staging.

Can I cache maps and check basic OBD2 data?

Yes. Download offline map areas to stay guided out of coverage, and pair a small OBD2 adapter to use Torque for simple gauges.

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.