Radio Screen CarPlay for Kia Soul 2 (2019): how to install Android Auto and Apple CarPlay

The Kia Soul is one of those cars people buy for its design and practical interior, but the multimedia system in the Soul 2 (2019) generation has fallen behind what any modern phone can offer. Without factory Apple CarPlay or Android Auto in a large share of units, you end up using a phone mount on the dashboard for GPS, which is neither convenient nor safe. There's a solution designed specifically for your Soul's dashboard slot, with no strange adapters and no touching the car's wiring.

Does the Kia Soul have CarPlay as standard?

For the Soul 2 (2019) it depends on the trim: only the higher trims included factory CarPlay and Android Auto, and the units that do have it usually feature a small, sluggish screen with a mandatory cable connection. Most Souls on the road in Spain run the base radio without these features, forcing you to rely on a phone mount or mobile data for navigation.

The solution: an Android screen for the Kia Soul 2

The most practical way to solve this is to replace the head unit with an Android-based screen designed to fit exactly into the Soul 2's slot and connector, with no cutting or splicing wires. It includes:

• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, in most cases wireless (no USB cable needed every time you get in the car)
• Plug & play connection to the original connector, keeping the multifunction steering wheel and climate control working exactly as they came from the factory
• Built-in GPS navigation, independent of your phone
• Wifi and Bluetooth for hands-free calls and music
• Compatible rear camera input, if your car already has one

Kia Soul 2 compatibility: supported versions

This screen is designed for the second-generation Kia Soul (Soul 2), specifically for 2019 model year units with that version's dashboard and connector. Before buying, it's worth checking:

• That your car is a 2019 Soul 2
• That the original factory radio is still installed (not already replaced with a generic radio of a different size)
• The type of climate control (manual or automatic), to choose the correct frame

If you have any doubts about your exact version, you can check with our team before purchasing.

What does the installation involve?

The installation is designed for the Soul's original slot, without altering the car's wiring:

1. The original radio is removed from the dashboard (frame and unit)
2. The car's wiring harness is connected to the new screen's plug & play connector
3. The screen communicates with the vehicle's CAN bus to display climate control, parking sensors and steering wheel controls on the new screen
4. The screen is fitted into the original frame and paired with CarPlay or Android Auto to test it

If you're comfortable removing dashboard trim, you can install it yourself; if you'd rather not risk it, any car audio installer can fit it in under an hour.

The screen for the Kia Soul 2 (2019) costs at PantallasPremium, compared to a reference price of . It's a far more affordable alternative than looking for a software update at the dealership (which, in many trims, isn't even available due to lack of hardware), and you also get a bigger, faster screen with CarPlay and Android Auto already built in.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need any extra adapter to install it?
No. It connects directly to the original Kia Soul 2 connector via an included plug & play harness, with no extra adapters.

Will my multifunction steering wheel and climate control still work the same?
Yes. The screen respects the steering wheel controls and original climate control functions thanks to its connection to the car's CAN bus.

Does CarPlay work wirelessly?
Yes, in most cases it includes wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, though you can still use a cable if you prefer.

Will I lose my rear camera if my Soul already has one?
No, the screen keeps the original rear camera input, so the image still shows when you shift into reverse.

Can I install it myself?
If you have some experience removing dashboard trim, yes. If you'd rather not risk it, any car audio installer can fit it in under an hour.

See the CarPlay screen for the Kia Soul 2

You can see full details, price and availability of the CarPlay screen for the Kia Soul 2 (2019) directly on the product page.