Audi Virtual Cockpit explained

Tutorial on how to use the Audi virtual cockpit - Follow-me on instagram, Facebook, twitter - @wize1972

[@WiZe1972]

Sorry for the intro issues; This video has been painful to download!

[@semiamiascoltami]

WiZe1972 Sono quasi 3 anni che ti segue e vengo a scoprire solamente ora (pochi giorni fa) che sei Italiano! fantastico!!! l ho sempre pensato che lo fossi, ma scoprirlo è stata una sorpresa! ti stimo molto wize, un saluto da Cremona 😉

[@WiZe1972]

Rocco Fodale Ahahah e si, ti ringrazio per la tua fedeltà! Sono stato più volte a Crema ma mai Cremona, sicuramente bella :-)

[@christianfuchs9971]

Can you tell me what camera you used to film this video? Excellent quality! Great explanation video!

[@conogrady9254]

Audi dealerships should pay you for this great demonstration......excellent job and very well done.

[@lduranceau8046]

Wize1972, VERY good demo of the virtual cockpit. I just bought a 2020 Q3 with the sports option, and to be honest, the user manual is extremely difficult to follow. Thank God for videos like your's. In the 17 minutes of your demo I understand more than in the 2 days I've spent trying to decipher the user manual. BTW, when you're in the virtual cockpit, you have stage 2 of the car battery activated. If you're on for 17 minutes, does this not wear down the battery?

[@nanomillertime]

This is by far the best tutorial on the Audi virtual cluster on the internet. Great job.

[@WiZe1972]

nanomillertime Thank you very much, glad it was useful :-)

[@billigerfusel]

What a clusterfuck

[@gsg72]

"I always choose to have the consumption display, so I get depressed by anytime I drive a little bit sporty" xD

[@josephmckeemajury]

I get my new A3 next week, (8th June), and because of Covid, I haven’t had a chance to sit in it, in fact I haven’t even seen it. I thought I was going to find it very difficult getting used to the Virtual Cockpit, but you video has helped me a LOT. I will feel a lot more comfortable collecting it now. That you for taking the time to upload such a useful guide.

[@WiZe1972]

Thank you for your words and congrats on your A3!

[@TommyOConnor-f6h]

Great video mate. I’m picking up at 2017 S3 next weekend with this feature, your video has helped me understand how to use it. Thank you!

[@WiZe1972]

@@TommyOConnor-f6h Thank you very much for watching and glad it helped 😌

[@elviscausevic5154]

Great tutorial, that`s how every tutorial should be...

[@TheGasometer]

Have just purchased a 2017 Q5, this video is a fantastic tutorial - many thanks Wize

[@WiZe1972]

Thank YOU for watching it! Glad it helped and congrats on your Q5 :-)

[@woodypwx]

Very informative, thanks! I was surprised the volume control is no longer on the left side of the steering wheel as I'm used to with any Volkswagen group car I owned (Golf 6 GTD 2009, Touareg 2010, Skoda Rapid and Octavia). Now I also know I need this display in my future RS3 ;)

[@vladmihai306]

yes, it will take some time to get used to for me also, but i am not complaining

[@__Mr.White__]

Every video should explain things like you did here.

[@WiZe1972]

dontbothermewithchannels Thank you very much!!!

[@georgefiori6443]

Great video, thanks. We just purchased a 2019 A5 Cabriolet. Now the fun begins.

[@pamiacobini1669]

Thank you that has really helped me understand it quite a bit more! I have an Italian name too but am English my husband is half Italian x

[@WiZe1972]

@@pamiacobini1669 Thank you for watching! Glad it helped ☺️

[@situation_zero]

Great tutorial. Thank you. Audi's UI is now the best in the industry. Mercedes and BMW will have to copy some of the features of the info display to match it. Cheers.

[@WiZe1972]

BMW has something interesting on the facelift 4 series but I prefer the cleaner look of the Audi virtual cockpit

[@lillyanneserrelio2187]

All those pretty virtual buttons look great but as anyone living in climates with cold winters knows, they are impossible to use with gloves or non conductive touch like if you used a pen tip, finger nail, or hook/prosthetic limb. Before my fellow trolls argue this. My second point, and the main drawback in my opinion to digital, flat, non-tactile controls is the same as the comparison of trying to text message with a smart phone compared to to the previous, older model - flip (aka clamshell or dumb) phones - you can't do it solely by touch. It requires touch PLUS your visual attention. This is why so many states banned texting while driving. Unlike adjusting your car's radio station simply by turning a dial, with a digital ("smart touch") interface lacking dedicated analog buttons, you are forced to look away from the road aa you toggle thru menus (climate control, trip computer, settings menu. Until you get to radio and then instead of twisting a dial by touch alone, now you have to LOOK at the screen EVERY time you need to adjust something. Boo. Boo Wendy Testaburger. BOO.

[@nicolaefarima2551]

you never actually used bmw's infotainment now have you

[@madam051]

Very good video. Thers one setting which would have probably worth showing is the 3 different virtual cockpit view settings.

[@chrischtili]

Explanation is just awesome. Convinced me ordering a virtual cockpit 👍

[@WiZe1972]

chrischtili Thank you! You won’t regret it! :-)

[@driveufast]

Best looking cockpit imo. I like BMW’s screen too. But Audi one step ahead.

[@chandramoulipalit]

just got an S4 with a VC, very helpful!!

[@TwiceAsVice]

Excellent video. Very informative. Thank you 👍🏻

[@diegomarquez5679]

Thank you so much for your explanation. it really helped me a lot to definitively ordering it.

[@WiZe1972]

Diego Márquez That makes me happy! Enjoy your new piece of art ;-)

[@Orpheus_03]

Great walk-through, thank you for this.

[@WiZe1972]

Thanks for watching!

[@hamadsaudal-thani2498]

The virtual cockpit shows is virtually the same as the analogue cockpit on except the ability to expand the map and shrink the speedometer and tachometer. All the vehicle information and map show in screen between the analogue system. The glare with the virtual cockpit is considerably more even when fully dimmed down. The virtual cockpit is simply a large glaring map. BMW on the otherside, allows for changing the color and information of the speedometer depending on the driving styles. Now that is how you make good use of the virtual cockpit.

[@ChiiBomb]

Hamad Saud There's no glare when driving this in daylight with the sun glaring at your eyes. It's so nice

[@WiZe1972]

+Hamad Saud I personally find BMW solution awful; the red one if the worst.

[@zaferino42]

which models and year of manufacture do these have I want to buy a audi and i really like this

[@howardsamuels9815]

Great vide o @wize1972 very detailed and everything I was looking for... Thank you

[@robsrandomvideos3744]

Second video of yours that I've watched. Excellent tutorial! Subscribed

[@WiZe1972]

Rob's Random Videos Thank you very much! 👍🏼

[@mysteryMachinePL]

7:57 Last one is SiriusXM but its not working in EU, we only use DAB+

[@syumassh]

nicely explained buddy. thanks! waiting for my A4 with VC!

[@WiZe1972]

Glad you found it usefull :-)

[@1nilanjan1]

this is by far, the best tutorial on the VC that I have ever seen, so well done!!. I have a question: Am getting a 2018 Q5TFSI quattro with VC next week and I want to know how the navigation will work in the absence in India of Audi Connect. If i don't use apple car play to connect to my iPhone X Google maps, and i use only the inbuilt google maps/google earth in the VC, then how will it work? Will i be able to navigate accurately from point A to Point B? I mean what will i be missing in the absence of Audi connect? Also, can you pls make a video exclusively on using navigation in VC with/without Audi connect so that we understand all the nitty gritties of how to use the nav feature in VC? Am asking because the biggest USP of the VC is the presence of Google Maps/Google Earth/Google Street view, am not aware of any other car manufacturer whose navi system offers google maps so am esp keen to see how this works in real time.

[@WiZe1972]

Nilanjan Banerjee Thank you for your kind words. In my understanding, the lack of Audi connect means you loose all the connected features like: Meteo, parking places, flights schedule and Facebook/Twitter integration... If you ask me, useless features on a car with modern smartphones. The only valuable feature you would loose is the Google satellite view when using the navigation. Meaning that you would still have a full navigation but without the satellite view and without real time traffic situation. Note that most of the time I use my smartphone when I need to navigate somewhere, either trough CarPlay or standalone...

[@1nilanjan1]

many thanks for your clear and concise answer. In any case, if one wants live traffic info, one has to consume data either thru the iPhone or using Audi Connect. However, what i was looking forward to, was using the live real time traffic navigation thru the VC screen which i cant do in absence of Audi connect here. If I use my iPhone thru Apple Car Play, the real time navigation shows up on the MMI screen but not on the VC which is a real pity -:(

[@dipapadi]

@@WiZe1972 When you use CarPlay to navigate, can you see the map in the virtual cockpit, or just in the central screen?

[@WiZe1972]

@@dipapadi Unfortunately, the virtual display map can’t be used with apple CarPlay or android auto

[@dipapadi]

@@WiZe1972 that sucks. I hear that the BMW virtual display and head up display will or already supports that.

[@Rita-wk6hu]

Clear and great tutorial. Thank you.

[@CHEVYSORCROWNS]

Is this a factory cluster or aftermarket, also what year did they start putting this in the audi?

[@WiZe1972]

Virtual cockpit is an Audi feature, introduced with the actual Audi TT around 2014

[@gutek927]

Is that navy synchronised along with google maps in terms of live traffic and all features included in google maps or just pure maps?

[@WiZe1972]

It has traffic through a subscription

[@gutek927]

Thank you for your answer. I have got one more question. Does it support CarPlay (either cockpit or side screen). In some videos I have seen it does but not sure how to get it.

[@F40LM]

I love your accent yay!

[@WiZe1972]

Tommy pallie Eheheh thank you, glad you like my franglish accent 😬

[@ChrisCohen]

Yes, it is good to have so many informations in this accent!

[@TheRiziero]

Hi!A question please, for the music, you use a usb pen drive or a sd card? It's unfortunate that the virtual cockpit don't display the third option, the "race" view. Thank you

[@WiZe1972]

Hi, I used to have an sd card or via Bluetooth with my phone

[@TheRiziero]

@@WiZe1972 ok thank you. But you can use a usb pen or ONLY via sd or bluetooth? ?

[@eddevelo9269]

WIZ is the brightness of the screen adjustable, in case it is too bright at night.

[@WiZe1972]

Hi, yes it is adjustable

[@ezname8932]

Thanks for the video. Now just to make sure i got it right. Google maps is used for Navigation as well? Or just for the satellite view? And how does it update? Via internet (connected mobile or SIM card)? Or i must visit the dealer? Thanks again

[@WiZe1972]

EZname You get navigation through Google map; on the settings you can choose regular or satellite view. I got updates through the esim card on the car but you can also get them via myaudi.com

[@codyhubert6178]

Also, at least the Audi TT connects to LTE and stays up to date. Not sure about other Audi's but I'm sure they do it too.

[@felipetroncosonorambuena8495]

Como se cambia la forma en la que se ve el mapa 3D o satélite o 2D?

[@ayoran0]

Is this the prestige package? The traffic sign reading feature is something I want

[@WiZe1972]

Here in Europe we have different package and standalone options

[@pumpman0698]

Does the car remember your personalised settings when you turn your car off?

[@WiZe1972]

Yep!

[@craigh9112]

I have a 2016 Audi A4 with the virtual cockpit and want to know to get google maps to work do I just need to insert a data only sim ? Is it as straight forward as that ? I haven’t tried it as the data only sim isn’t cheap so I didn’t want to buy one to find it doesn’t work like that !

[@WiZe1972]

Craig H Don’t know where you live but over here, it comes with an integrated sim and a free data plan for three years. After that period of time, you are requested to pay an annual fee

[@yungmascus3849]

How do I get my cockpit dash to have satellite view on map instead of standard?

[@WiZe1972]

@@yungmascus3849 If you have the premium connectivity option (or however it’s called in your country) you should be able to enable it in the navigation options

[@yungmascus3849]

@@WiZe1972 I got the main infotainment center screen to show the earth satellite map but the dash cockpit is stuck on the original color format map

[@WiZe1972]

@@yungmascus3849 That is weird. You may want to contact your local Audi dealership

[@yungmascus3849]

@@WiZe1972 thank you! Great video btw!

[@ardenmohan]

Hello! Can you switch the virtual cockpit navigation display to Google maps through Android auto?

[@WiZe1972]

No, still to this day, you can’t unfortunately

[@ardenmohan]

@@WiZe1972 ok thanks! 😒

[@ardenmohan]

Just one more question; does Android auto work when the phone is connected to the USB port in the armrest? I am looking to buy a Q2 and I really use Android auto a lot in my Polo.

[@WiZe1972]

@@ardenmohan Yes, it works that way as the Q2 doesn’t have the wireless CarPlay or Android Auto option.

[@ardenmohan]

@@WiZe1972 Thanks! That's great, because I don't want to connect it to the USB port on the dashboard side.

[@MrWawaran]

Nice video, thanks!

[@federicomazzi2270]

Hi Wize! Great review! May I ask you a technical detail if you have noticed it? When my zoom is at the lowest level (30m) during navigation it happens sometimes that the blue line representing my path suddenly flickers (for a very little time, almost not noticeable if you don't pay attention). Does it happen to you as well? Thanks :)

[@WiZe1972]

Federico Mazzi Thanks for watching my video. Didn’t notice anything like that but Audi connect has some stability issues, that could be the reason why

[@federicomazzi2270]

@@WiZe1972 the segment of the blue line just ahead of the arrow representing the car disappear for a millisecond, so if is not a major deal. But I was curious to know if this happens to other users

[@dumichael4259]

Is the navigation always there even after Audi connect subscription discontinues? On the same note, the standard Audi connect feature on Q5 technik model, how long does the subscription last? Also, if you use apple carplay, can you direct the map onto the virtual cockpit? Does it still have traffic information after subscription ends?

[@WiZe1972]

du michael If I’m not mistaken, after subscription ends, you loose all the “connected” features such traffic, weather, socials, etc. It is not possible to have CarPlay or android auto on the VC

[@dumichael4259]

@@WiZe1972 But the navigation will still be there, only the map no longer auto-updates?

[@WiZe1972]

du michael As far as I know, maps don’t auto update; you have to look for updates. But yes, you’ll no longer be able to get free updates

[@OmegaMachine]

Just bought a Audi A5 with Virtual Cockpit

[@starzgonzales4358]

All I see are clutter.. I prefer mechanical guage in the cockpit.. you already have the center infotainment in the center dash... Looks cool to show it off.. I must admit.

[@Skytalker777]

Great video, thanks a lot!

[@meevibrant]

Gr8 video very helpful ❤️

[@WiZe1972]

Thanks for watching ☺️

[@MalamIbnMalam]

Bonjour Wize, est-il possible à démontrer les phares à nuit? Merci en avance!

[@WiZe1972]

C'est une bonne idée, je vais essayer de faire ça :-)

[@MalamIbnMalam]

Merci

[@IrmaSoto-q6r]

Where is the compass??

[@AmxCsifier]

Can I subscribe again :p? I love your videos. I want to import an audi A4 from Germany or Belgium to Tunisia this year. Options here are a joke.. I hope that goes well. I just wanted to ask how much does the price differ from the Audi website to the dealer? My customization resulted to 51K which is around my budget but I'm afraid that the dealer would charge way more than that!

[@WiZe1972]

+AmxCsifier You are welcome to subscribe! You better search the web for importers or contact dealers directly

[@Przemiano]

Thank you for this vid! Great!

[@gianzak]

how did you put google maps in the cockpit?

[@WiZe1972]

Lefteris Nedelkos That’s the optional MMI with Audi Connect

[@dam00r]

Add the word "Tutorial" to the description for more views!

[@WiZe1972]

Done, thanks for the tip ;-)

[@TheKAPAOPANGO]

What engine is your car 11l fuel consumption driving on 7th gear 😵😵😵

[@natefan8700]

how did you get google map ?

[@WiZe1972]

Nathan Freeman It comes with Audi Connect features

[@TimWilliamsHD]

Check your intro mate, couple vids and music missing

[@WiZe1972]

Oh sh#t!! I had a lot of issues downloading this video!!

[@TimWilliamsHD]

WiZe1972 no problem...it happens!

[@Etibarjafar]

Check engine light is on 🌡️🌡️🌡️🌡️🌡️

[@ke_houston4148]

Only when the car is on, but, the engine is not running.

[@metcreed]

How do i setup the map view as my preferred option?meaning that when i start the car the map view is my first choice

[@oneKimiD]

Hey did you ever figure this out? That’s what I’m trying to adjust on my new car too

[@DeerarDS]

Thank you....

[@kurisei]

Thank you for your informative video. I actually bought the all new A4 avant S line last sunday in Tokyo Japan and I can't wait for my brand new car to come. Your A4 is very very cool so I'd like to watch your video more（＾∇＾）

[@WiZe1972]

Excellent choice ;-) Thanks for watching my videos... More to come!

[@johnadams6569]

Danke.

[@jansenteddy2]

Thank you mr accent 😊

[@str8shooter160]

8:07 Madonna???

[@WiZe1972]

Str8 Shooter Yes!

[@WowiLoveSchwepps]

T'es français? Fichier Manquant

[@WiZe1972]

WowiLoveSchwepps PS2 & CS:GO J'habite en Suisse...

[@WowiLoveSchwepps]

Ah d'accord !

[@QuietStormX]

Isn't all this in the Printed Owners Manual you can read over than sitting in the vehicle looking at a display. You can go over it in time in the House...

[@WiZe1972]

QuietStormX I’d like to know own many owners did read the manual... Had 14 cars, never touched one single manual... :-) Learning by doing is the best way to go

[@QuietStormX]

I grew up build Models of Cars and Aircraft out of plastic and wood then cars in metal. Before that I had an erector set dealing with putting things together. I learned to read and follow instructions to learn the next time and it was easy for me as I joined the U.S. AirForce and was Jet Engine Mechanic and it was really easy for me that I was instructing people above my Rank. I like the hard stuff because I read to learn and know for the next time. I'm a Great Automobile Mechanic self taught. I read Factory Service Manuals to do my own Service for my Vehicles to Fix and service buying My own parts and not paying someone and time doing it. I say a lot. You have owners manuals to teach you how and why things to systems and functions to use them properly than figuring it out over time...

[@WiZe1972]

QuietStormX Respect to what you do, I guess is the right way of getting the best usage. Problem is nowadays people are lazy and prefers to go on KZbin to learn, which is a good think for myself as a KZbinr ;-) Thanks for watching my video!

[@QuietStormX]

Notice on Automobile reviews give so, so reviews to Audio Systems and functions because they hadn't read or studied the Manual to know how stuff works like the Manufactures know and work fine. I post on this on a lot of reviews I read. Like Did You read the Owners Manual to know how?

[@deagaric4765]

QuietStormX a well designed operating system will be intuitive and easy to learn through experience, which is why reading the manuals unless you're having a problem has become archaic. I appreciate videos like this because he showed all the features in action which is useful when deciding whether to buy the product.

[@DislikeFRIDAY]

i really dont like these digital cockpits. they gonna look outdated very quick.

[@randelllee1546]

05:10 05:44 02:32

[@yogip4454]

Thanks for the elaborative videos on this Topic. Last month I purchased Audi A4 with virtual cockpit and I love it so much to use.

[@WiZe1972]

@@yogip4454 Audi virtual cockpit are the best. Thanks for watching

[@davidbias2509]

just got my A4 this week and want to thank you for such a detailed tutorial of the virtual cockpit. One little note. I feel the car data tab and the maps tab are the best used for the cockpit and unfortunately they are on the far left and right. I've found to switch from the car data tab to the maps tab quickly just hit the left button and it wraps around to the right side onto the maps tab instead of clicking three times to the right.

[@WiZe1972]

David Bias Oh didn't k ow that trick, thanks! It is also a shame that the system doesn't remember the last chosen tab, meaning that if I leave the car with the VC on map mode, it will be back on car mode when I return to the car...

[@JohnnyMugamba]

@@WiZe1972 I've read yesterday, that there is an update available for the VC via SD Card from 2020, which fixes this exact scenario.

[@tshepomokoena180]

I noticed on a friends A3 with the virtual cockpit that the check engine light seems to be always on, is that normal or the car has a problem??

[@Amirish]

Here is a video on how to do it with the new rules in 2021 :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4jLlmylmbqAhMU

[@1970sman]

Prefer REAL gauges that you can always see, especially in an open Cabriolet with the Sun behind you.

[@nonamenoname4641]

BTW, you get 5 default tabs if you have night vision.

[@FthKzl]

hello, the average fuel consumption values ​​are not reset on the MMI screen. Does anyone have information

[@RobertPitas]

This was very informative! I've been thinking about an S8 for my next car, and one of the biggest draws for me is the Virtual Cockpit and all of the assistance features that are integrated into it. Your tutorial was perfect - you went through every option and explained them at just the right level of detail. I only wish you had talked a bit about the street sign recognition and assistance features - I haven't seen a good review like yours on those topics yet. Thanks for uploading!

[@WiZe1972]

Robert Pitas Thank you for watching! A video about the assistance features could actually be a good idea :-)

[@mateuszpawowski1811]

Is this possible to change the value in the centre of the right clock (digital value of speed) from km/h to mph and vice versa? I think about audi a5 (American version but I living in Europe) and there is mph, I want to change it to km/h, is it possible? or I need to change software?

[@WiZe1972]

I think when you change the language on the setting menu, it will adjust accordingly

[@bennettlockandkeymattandja9671]

Great job with your English. It must've been very difficult.

[@WiZe1972]

Bennett lock and key Matt and Jade Thank you! Yep, not easy when you use your third spoken language 😊

[@peterenis5334]

I hope I didnt understand that wrong but are you actually having Google Maps being displayed in your virtual cockpit and not the standart Audi navigation map ? Since you get real time updates with google maps and with the audi one you have to pay for that.

[@WiZe1972]

Audi uses Google map for their navigation system. The satellite images, real time traffic updates and a few other services requires an annual subscription. At the time I shot this video, Audi would give three years free (At least here in Switzerland) subscription

[@spaindr]

this set up looks like i don't need a Audi navigation package if have the standard carplay, but can i still have carplay (google maps) in the cockpit and still entertain other music in the larger mmi?

[@WiZe1972]

No, unfortunately you can’t have CarPlay displayed on the virtual cockpit

[@DallasTX_1122]

I just got an Audi A6 and my map does display on the virtual cockpit but not in Google Satellite view, does anyone know why? That’s the view I want.

[@jollywolly55]

audi connect probably has expired

[@certified_5135]

i somehow deleted my contact directory behind the steering wheel, how do i sinc them again to get them back?

[@AnonymousWorldz2012]

I personally could live WITHOUT it.. I certainly don't need google maps where my gauges are supposed to be.some features like the traffic signs/street lights don't even work here in CA (or is it just me?) ..

[@docjaison]

Great video! Please make one of the MMI system

[@monacocross4241]

can you watch movie on Virtual Cockpit ?

[@ludo_theretriever7160]

you need to buy an extra paquet from audi site?

[@kavithandi1424]

Nice video !

[@abdultuaheb123]

Is this better than Peugeot 508 gt ...

[@ibrahimapaydin3457]

Great video and explanations of the principles. I appreciate it Sir. :-)

[@WiZe1972]

Thank you for watching ☺️

[@PCConditioning]

is the Virtual Cockpit the same as Google Maps where it shows LIVE traffic and can route you around delays when possible?

[@GiovanniSpitalieri]

If you don't put navigation system, is it worth to put the virtual cockpit?

[@purrbox7514]

I'm really not keen on backlit colour screens in cars, they are very distracting. This screen should be able to switch to monochrome red at night. It's taken a lot of aftermarket hacking to make my Audi do this.

[@robertpal9]

Is there a way to replace standard analogs with this virtual cockpit?

[@BalajiUtla-mq6nu]

Thanks. Good content.

[@jeremyv11000]

Hey can you do the trim below this because the smaller display can also have navigation

[@iRachelt96]

Nice Video! Whats that audi thing in the right cup holder?

[@WiZe1972]

Ashtray/container :-)

[@jayuddin9590]

Hi on my a4 when I select google earth i don’t get the maps appearing like that? Can u help?

[@WiZe1972]

It may have something to do with the Audi Connect subscription, ask your local dealership

[@jayuddin9590]

@@WiZe1972 ahh i see.. without this u dont get the google earth maps?

[@acqui3sce]

Ma sei Italiano e sei andato a vivere in Svizzera o sei nato li ? Come ti invidio.....in Italia è uno schifo ! io per la mia passione per Audi sono riuscito a prendermi una misera Audi A3 8v attraction 1.6 110cv tdi...

[@jahemuante5532]

My google map is not clear, it’s blurry please can you explain me how to fix it.

[@rvarm21]

I love it haha

[@truthkeeperfilms]

BMW copied the A4 cluster.. but did a REALLY bad job at it.