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Your price for this item is $249.99
The comparable value price is $349.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 1617 reviews

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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90%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers express satisfaction with the Apple CarPlay integration, sound quality, and ease of use of this 6.2" in-dash digital media receiver. Many also appreciate the inclusion of a volume knob and the functionality of the touchscreen. Positive feedback was also given for the backup camera and the fit of the unit. A common complaint, however, concerned the limited placement of USB ports.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Apple carplay

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Car Play

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought this for my daughter. Although she likes it, I think it’s just ok. You have to have a cord for the CarPlay to work and they had to install a ugly microphone by the windshield for Siri to work.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Brilliant

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Fabulous sound unbelievably simple installation process

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Apple carplay

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Almost Perfect

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Purchased one on open box and it worked perfectly. No dents or scratches and was fairly easy to install. Only thing I wish is that it has wireless apple car play.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Touch screen

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great for the money

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Only difference I would make is price. Honestly wasn’t my first choice just was cheaper than what I wanted. But for the size of the screen and only having the wired CarPlay should make it a little less only due to the rise of big infotainment screens being a big deal.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great replacement

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Perfect replacement for my Jeep Wrangler, fits in original stop perfectly and is simply and easy to use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Apple carplay

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great update for my 2005 Honda

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great update for the 2005 Honda. Apple CarPlay works seamlessly. Even if not connected via USB for CarPlay, the unit still will play music via bluetooth as well as connect calls.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Apple carplay, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Looks and sounds great. And supports apple car play.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love the Apple CarPlay!

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this receiver. I replace a similar Sony system in my Silverado cause the GPS quit functioning. Now I can use the mapping function on my iPhone through Apple CarPlay as well as several other apps. The screen is bright and easy to read and the controls are large.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Apple carplay

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Head Unit!!!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Honestly, after spending $300 on this, I wasn’t really happy but once I installed it… it was the best thing I ever bought. Worth every penny. It just WORKS. I highly recommend this product to anyone who is looking for a apple CarPlay feature plus more.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Apple carplay

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Just what I needed!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This car stereo does everything I need. It has ApplePlay so I can seamlessly integrate my phone with my vehicle. And maps show up where I need them so I don’t have to fiddle with my phone to see where I’m going. Also had a rear view camera installed and that pops right up on the screen as soon as I throw it in reverse.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Volume knob

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great stereo

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love the controls of it and that its got an actual dial for the volume. Very nice and works well. Ive had for a month now and its done great so far.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fantastic

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    We got the receiver put into our 2013 Nissan Rogue with a backup camera installed and it works amazing. The Best Buy tech that installed it was awesome and the device has worked exactly as advertised. It’s very responsive and aesthetically pleasing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice unit

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Nice unit and good quality but had to return due to an interference issue with the factory amp. Was not able to purchase the amp bypass cables to make it work.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Apple carplay

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great upgrade

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Grate upgrade for my ford cargo van, apple care play works great

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi josue, Congratulations! You've made an excellent decision by upgrading to the XAV-AX1000. We're thrilled to hear about your satisfaction with its superb performance. Thank you very much for your purchase and for choosing Sony! - Romeo Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very Good Head Unit

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy installation and very user friendly interface., just like other sony products. Recommended 100%.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Totally groovy

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Just want I wanted , I didn’t go to advanced cuz I would never use it or figure it out , this does what I need it too , it’s just totally groovy, the only thing I don’t like , is that I have to use someone’s computer in order to update the stereo cuz I don’t own any type of computer

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Touch screen

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Stereo

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This touch screen radio is awesome. I had one issue with it but brought it back to geek squad and they fixed it free. No problems since.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Volume knob

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very Happy

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very happy with this radio. I was looking for a low cost (but quality brand) radio featuring CarPlay. I like the physical Home button, Volume knob, and external USB plug right on the front.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Apple carplay

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony Stereo

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this radio. It has everything that I had needed. Zach helped me with it. Zach was amazing & helpful. I will make sure I will send people his way and will always return just for Zach

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Touch screen

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The perfect car stereo

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    Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The perfect stereo. I wanted one with a volume knob and and touch screen. This is pretty much the only one out there. Great job Sony.

    I would recommend this to a friend