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Mercedes-Benz SLK/SLC-Class R172 (2011-2019) installed Android head unit

Posted on19/07/2025 by

Example of installed Smarty Trend car stereo in the Mercedes-Benz SLK/SLC-Class R172 (2011-2019) with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto features.

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class R172, a sleek and stylish compact roadster, embodies classic Mercedes luxury with its distinctive long hood, short rear deck, and innovative retractable hardtop, which transforms it from a coupe to a convertible in under 20 seconds. It offered a range of refined engines, including the potent 3.5L V6 in the SLK 350, paired with a smooth 7-speed automatic transmission, delivering spirited performance and a comfortable ride. The interior featured premium materials and thoughtful touches like the optional AIRSCARF neck-level heating, enhancing the open-top driving experience. However, despite its sophisticated engineering and elegant design, this model notably lacks a modern, functional Android head unit, limiting its connectivity and infotainment capabilities in today's digital age.

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Thanks to the Android OS, you can install any navigation system available today. The location is determined using satellite communications, which does not depend on Internet coverage. The route optimally adjusts to your location. Do not rely on standard navigation systems; thanks to the powerful radio, you can try another navigation program that suits you at any time!

Car play/Android Auto: This function allows you to connect your iPhone and Android phone to the main device without any adapters. Your phone's information will be duplicated, and you will be able to control and use applications from your mobile phone on the radio. This is a very convenient feature, especially when it comes to owners of devices based on the iOS operating system.

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Original Features: The device supports your vehicle's original functions. The sound is played through standard AUX, which is required. Thus, two systems work in parallel, and you use a standard joystick to do so. The standard features remain the same regardless of your vehicle's trim level, and you'll still have a powerful Android system.

Image quality: First of all, a high-quality radio should have a high-quality screen. All SMARTY Trend devices have a high-resolution Full HD screen (1920x720px, HD 1024x600 1280x480, etc.), viewing angles and image brightness will delight even the most demanding users.

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Safety while driving: Thanks to the built-in Bluetooth module SMARTY Trend, each of which comes standard with the ability to communicate via Handsfree handsfree via Bluetooth, the driver can communicate on the phone without being distracted from driving and without taking his hands off the wheel, which makes driving a vehicle easier. a safe and convenient means. Copying your phone book to your main device allows you to see the contact's name when you make an incoming or outgoing call. Support for the A2DP protocol makes it possible to listen to music directly from your phone or tablet, just connect the device via Bluetooth.

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SMARTY Trend car radios are equipped with a built-in GPS Glonass navigation module, which increases the reliability of signal reception and location accuracy. The radio works perfectly with navigation applications such as Google Maps, iGoPrimo, CityGuide, TomTom, CoPilot, Sygic, and Waze. It supports the display of 3D maps with three-dimensional graphics, the operation of an intelligent system of voice prompts and POIs (points of interest), a service for determining traffic jams, as well as the ability to listen to music while GPS navigation is running.

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Brand: SMARTY Trend
Series: Wide Ultra-Premium
Reference: STSDW-M8137/8157
9 inches inches IPS widescreen Android car radio for Mercedes SLK/SLC-Class R172 (2011-2019) from SMARTY Trend is the best Hi-End head unit. Premium SMARTY Trend infotainment car system is the result of a combination of high quality manufacturing, optimized software and the use of the best high efficiency components to deliver the highest performance available today. Buying the Android plug-and-play car stereo for Mercedes SLK/SLC-Class R172 (2011-2019) means getting the best device on the market! Remark: The head unit is suitable for a car with original NTG 4.5 and NTG 5.0. Left-handed and right-handed versions available.
Operation system: Android 13
Display: 9 inches IPS
Resolution: HD (1024х600 px)
Processor: 2.8 GHz Octa-Core (Snapdragon 662/685)
RAM + SSD: 4+64 / 8+128 / 8+256 Gb
Car link: Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
Free gift: DVR with ADAS / TPMS / HD Rear Camera
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Brand: SMARTY Trend
Series: Wide Ultra-Premium
Reference: STSDW-M7157
12.3 inches inches IPS widescreen Android car radio for Mercedes SLK/SLC-Class R172 (2011-2019) from SMARTY Trend is the best Hi-End head unit. Premium SMARTY Trend infotainment car system is the result of a combination of high quality manufacturing, optimized software and the use of the best high efficiency components to deliver the highest performance available today. Buying the Android plug-and-play car stereo for Mercedes SLK/SLC-Class R172 (2011-2019) means getting the best device on the market! Remark: The head unit is suitable for a car with original NTG 5.0. Left-handed and right-handed versions available.
Operation system: Android 13
Display: 12.3 inches IPS
Resolution: Full HD Ultra-wide (1920x720 px)
Processor: 2.8 GHz Octa-Core (Snapdragon 662/685)
RAM + SSD: 4+64 / 8+128 / 8+256 Gb
Car link: Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
Free gift: DVR with ADAS / TPMS / HD Rear Camera
View more

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