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Head Unit Installation Cost 2026 | CarPlay & Android Auto Pricing
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Head unit installation cost guide. Prices for CarPlay, Android Auto, and touchscreen stereo installation with labor estimates.
Head Unit Installation Cost
Upgrade to CarPlay/Android Auto. Here's exactly what a new head unit costs—parts, accessories, and labor.
Quick Answer
| Level | Total Installed |
|---|---|
| Basic touchscreen | $250-450 |
| Quality CarPlay | $400-700 |
| Premium unit | $700-1,200 |
| With Bose/JBL bypass | +$150-350 |
Cost Breakdown
Head Unit Prices
| Type | Price Range |
|---|---|
| Basic touchscreen | $100-250 |
| Quality CarPlay/AA | $250-500 |
| Premium features | $500-900 |
| Flagship units | $900-1,500 |
Required Accessories
| Part | Price |
|---|---|
| Dash kit | $20-100 |
| Wiring harness | $15-75 |
| Antenna adapter | $10-25 |
| Steering wheel interface | $50-120 |
Installation Labor
| Complexity | Labor |
|---|---|
| Simple vehicle | $75-125 |
| Standard install | $100-175 |
| Complex (premium audio) | $150-250 |
Package Examples
Budget CarPlay: $300-450
- Sony XAV-AX1000 (~$200)
- Dash kit + harness (~$50)
- Installation (~$100)
Quality Setup: $500-750
- Pioneer DMH-W4660NEX (~$400)
- All accessories (~$75)
- Installation (~$125)
Premium Install: $800-1,200
- Alpine Halo9 (~$700)
- Premium harness + SWC (~$125)
- Installation (~$175)
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