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2016-2025 Suzuki Ignis Head Unit Kit
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  • DM Plus head unit kit$790
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2016-2025 Suzuki Ignis Head Unit Kit

Series MF, MF Series II

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.

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

Glare at noon, laggy stock menus, cables everywhere — annoying. This kit suits the Ignis and fixes it: fast to launch, wireless connect, and a bright, readable display. The factory-look fascia keeps the dash tidy, and stability holds after AU sun/heat soak, so daily driving feels smoother with fewer taps and clearer cues.

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
2016–2025
Series
MF, MF Series II
Trims
GL, GLX, GLX Shadow
Steering wheel controls
Retained if present
Premium audio systems supported
All
Camera retention
Retained if present
Market name
Reintroduced to Australia for the 2017 model year; Aerpro lists dates as Jan 2016 onwards. 2020 facelift referred to as MF Series II.

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, 10mm Socket

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Built for Australian conditions

AU warranty

Built for Aussie sun: readable at noon, stable after heat soak, tidy factory-look finish.

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

Features you’ll use

AU sun/heat soak bakes the small cabin, and midday glare makes weak screens squint. This stereo answers with a high-bright, anti-glare display and steady thermals, so prompts stay visible and touch response stays crisp. Set Google Maps and Spotify as your pair, then drive without fighting menus.

2016-2025 Suzuki Ignis Head Unit Kit

Designed to look factory

Built to suit the Ignis cabin, the fascia and brackets line up cleanly so the upgrade looks like it belongs. Panel gaps stay neat, the screen sits centred, and trim pieces clip back without drama. Steering-wheel controls and camera paths are retained where fitted, so daily use feels seamless and tidy.
  • Loose gaps → tidy fascia
  • Busy stack → clean lines
  • Rattles → solid mount

From flat to focused

Lift clarity without fuss: set a 16–31 band EQ, apply per-channel time alignment, and keep detail with Hi-Res playback. Bluetooth with aptX-HD keeps wireless streaming crisp, and clean pre-outs make adding an amp or sub straightforward. The result is cleaner sound that's easy to dial for city errands or weekend runs.
  • Thin mids → cleaner sound
  • Muddy stage → time aligned
  • Weak bass → amp-ready

From cables to wireless

Skip the plug-in routine. Wireless via CarLink 2.0 pairs after first setup, so guidance and music are ready as you start. Quick voice prompts handle calls and messages, while Google Maps and Spotify cover the everyday needs. Fewer taps and faster cues mean your attention stays on the road, not the menus.
  • Cables → wireless start
  • Slow wake → fast launch
  • Many taps → quick cues

From no bars to guided

Download map areas before a trip and you'll still get turn-by-turn when reception drops. Add a compact OBD2 dongle and Torque can show basic gauges and fault codes on supported engines for quick checks after a service. One tap closes the gauges when you're back to cruising on familiar streets.
  • No signal → offline maps
  • Guesswork → on-screen gauges
  • Confusion → clear prompts

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

Does this suit the 2016–2025 Suzuki Ignis (MF and MF Series II)?

Yes. It's designed for the MF series and suits listed trims with a factory-style fascia and proper brackets for a neat fit.

Will my steering-wheel controls and factory reverse camera still work?

Where fitted, they're retained. Required adapters are included as needed so day-to-day use feels seamless.

How does it handle midday glare and AU heat?

The high-bright, anti-glare display stays readable at noon, and the unit remains stable after carpark heat re-entry.

Can I install this at home without special tools?

Most owners can. Allow about 60 minutes with trim-removal tools, a Phillips screwdriver and a 10 mm socket. Work gently around clips.

Does it reconnect wirelessly after short stops?

Yes. It auto-reconnects within seconds. If multiple phones are present, set your device as the preferred connection.

Will navigation still work when reception drops?

Yes. Download offline map areas in your nav app beforehand to keep guidance on bumpy roads or out-of-coverage sections.

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

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$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.