Im looking for advice on replacing my OEM 2006 stereo. I recently went to a local car stereo shop and they could really help me.. Can anyone recommend an upgrade to the OEM? Im looking for bluetooth and carplay features

 

Any single din adapters for dash fit and factory harness makes for a real easy install. You will need an antenna adapter as well...some kits include this.

Stick with a good name brand name and look for the specs to indicate RMS (in watts) rated power...ignore any other stated power output(s)

Look for RMS rated power to be at least 20 watts per channel and you will be very satisfied, provided your speakers are in reasonable condition

I personally like the Kenwood eXcelon series single dins that have 22 watts RMs per channel, bluetooth, CD, USB media input, and FM HD radio capabilities

Kenwood Excelon KMM-X705 is what I run in my 2004 R50

Features:

• digital media receiver with AM/FM tuner
• high-contrast 1.5-line display with variable-color illumination
• Amazon Alexa voice control
• plays USB drives loaded with high-res FLAC music files (up to 24-bit/96kHz)
• built-in HD Radio tuner
• built-in Bluetooth (version 4.2) for hands-free calling and audio streaming with dual phone connection
• Music Mix feature allows music streaming and control from up to five paired smartphones
• Android control through Bluetooth
• iPhone control through USB and Bluetooth
• Apple Music Radio control with iPhone
• control the stereo using Kenwood's free Remote app
• 13-band equalizer with digital time alignment
• Drive EQ boosts specific frequencies that help overcome road noise
• subwoofer level controls with high- and low-pass filters

Specifications:

• compatible with SiriusXM satellite radio tuner (not included)
• inputs: front-panel auxiliary input, front and rear USB ports
• outputs: 6-channel preamp outputs (5-volt front, rear, subwoofer)
• built-in MOSFET amplifier (22 watts RMS/50 peak x 4 channels)
• compatible with most factory steering wheel audio controls (adapter required)
• warranty: 2 years

• UPC: 0019048233721
• Weight: 5