Having recently bought a 2016 without the Tech package I still wanted a GPS for occasional use. I went ahead and purchase the required Apple cables (already had one of them) and downloaded the $59.99 app. for my iPhone.
Although I never tried the navigation on a Tech package ILX, this iPhone version is great. I used it all day today and found it to be even better then the stock navigation system I have in my newer F150.
All the controls are simple and easy to use. Some people including the Acura sales Rep told me this system wouldn't do rerouting but in fact it does. I purposely took the wrong route several times and the unit was quick to correct the routing.
For those of you not wanting to spend another $2,000 for the Tech package, then this is the system for you. So far I'm 100% satisfied with the iPhone system. My phone still makes/receives calls with the map system on. If your on the fence about purchasing the required cables and app I would recommend doing it.
Although I never tried the navigation on a Tech package ILX, this iPhone version is great. I used it all day today and found it to be even better then the stock navigation system I have in my newer F150.
All the controls are simple and easy to use. Some people including the Acura sales Rep told me this system wouldn't do rerouting but in fact it does. I purposely took the wrong route several times and the unit was quick to correct the routing.
For those of you not wanting to spend another $2,000 for the Tech package, then this is the system for you. So far I'm 100% satisfied with the iPhone system. My phone still makes/receives calls with the map system on. If your on the fence about purchasing the required cables and app I would recommend doing it.