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2016-2020 Toyota Prius Head Unit Kit
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2016-2020 Toyota Prius Head Unit Kit

Series XW50

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.

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Caution: An 11.5" screen may interfere with surrounding trim in the XW50; choose a standard-size display.

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

Cabin stays uncluttered; the display wakes without drama and blends into the dash. A trim-matching fascia keeps lines clean, and the UI moves with a quiet, refined pace. After a heat-soaked valet stint, it still powers up reliably—engineered for Australian heat—then steps back and lets the drive stay calm.

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
2016–2020
Series
XW50
Trims
Prius, i-Tech
Steering wheel controls
Retained if present
Premium audio systems supported
JBL premium audio (10-speaker)
Camera retention
Retained if present
Market name
AU availability 2016–2020; fourth-gen Prius (XW50) launched globally in late 2015.

Caution: An 11.5" screen may interfere with surrounding trim in the XW50; choose a standard-size display.

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
Plastic Trim Tools, Phillips Screwdriver, 10 mm Socket

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Built for Australian conditions

AU warranty

Calm, premium feel tuned for Aussie summers.

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

Features you’ll use

The fascia matches surrounding trim and the minimalistic-look interface feels at home in a Prius. Clear typography and smooth transitions make quick tasks effortless between lights. Designed for Australian use, it stays readable and responsive without clutter or noise when you just want a quiet commute.

2016-2020 Toyota Prius Head Unit Kit

Refined OEM finish

Trim-matching fascia lines keep the centre stack original, with a display that sits quiet and flush. Controls remain where your hands expect them, and steering-wheel buttons and the factory camera are retained where fitted. The result is a subtle upgrade: premium look in daylight, no rattle, no visual clutter.
  • Trim lines stay clean
  • Camera blends in
  • Controls remain familiar

Warm, detailed, easy

Voice and strings sit forward without harshness thanks to multi-band EQ and per-channel time alignment. Hi-Res support and clean pre-outs make later amp or sub upgrades simple, and it plays nice with JBL where fitted on i-Tech. Save a calm city preset and a wider stage for highway runs.
  • Warm, detailed tuning
  • Time alignment presets
  • Plays nice with JBL
  • Amp/sub ready path

Wireless, unobtrusive

Wireless connection resumes as the car wakes, so you can use CarPlay & Android Auto with voice-led prompts rather than taps. Ask for the next address in Apple Maps, reply softly to a message, and keep Apple Music in the background. It stays out of the way, then appears the moment you need it.
  • Wireless, unobtrusive
  • Voice-first flow
  • Apple Maps, Apple Music
  • Reconnects quietly

Guided quietly offline

Before a regional drive, download map areas so guidance continues when coverage fades and mobile data stays low. Directions remain calm and readable, even on bright days. Add an OBD2 adapter if you'd like Torque for occasional checks — temps, codes, or simple gauges — available when needed, invisible when not.
  • Offline areas for AU
  • Guidance without signal
  • Torque when needed
  • Saves mobile data

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 Prius XW50 (2016–2020), including i-Tech?

Yes — it covers 2016–2020 Prius and i-Tech grades. The trim-matching fascia keeps the look refined, with steering-wheel controls and the factory camera retained where fitted.

Does it work with the JBL 10-speaker system on i-Tech?

Yes. It's compatible with the JBL path on i-Tech and provides clean pre-outs if you plan future amp or sub upgrades.

How does the screen handle bright days and summer heat?

The display remains bright yet gentle with clear typography. It's engineered for Australian conditions and stays responsive after hot parking.

Is the wireless connection stable for short trips and longer drives?

Yes. It auto-reconnects reliably so you can use CarPlay & Android Auto without plugging in — smooth for errands and highway runs.

Can I navigate offline for regional trips?

Download map areas in advance and guidance continues without signal. It also helps reduce mobile data use.

What's the install like on a Prius?

Allow about 60 minutes. Difficulty is 2/3 with plastic trim tools, a Phillips screwdriver and a 10 mm socket.

Learn more

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

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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.