Is it worth spending Rs 9,000 to get BMW Maps on my X5 updated

Currently, I am using Google Maps on my smartphone but it would have been great to have a useable built-in navigation in the SUV.

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I recently purchased a pre-owned BMW X5 (F15, 3rd gen). The built-in navigation in it is really outdated and hardly useful. It obviously doesn't have CarPlay. While currently I am making do using Google Maps on my mobile, it would have been great to have a usable in-built navigation. The current navigation system is a 2013 version and doesn't recognize any of the locations inputted.

On speaking to the BMW service advisor, he said it could be updated for a price of 9K INR. I'm wondering whether it is worth it. Does anybody have any ideas/tips regarding this?

PS: I am in Mumbai, if it helps.

Here's what GTO had to say about the matter:

Not at all and IMHO, that applies to all "inbuilt" navigation systems by car manufacturers. Google Maps is the best and offers up-to-date information, routes & traffic data. My smartphone fits perfectly in the cupholder with the screen facing me. If that's not the case with you, either rely on audio instructions or get a smartphone holder.

Here's what BHPian ssjr0498 had to say about the matter:

It's not worth it! If you plan on keeping the car, the local accessories dealer could help you with a retrofit MMI box basis your current I-drive model.

Here's what BHPian kdp had to say about the matter:

The BMW maps are not terrible, especially if they are up to date. There are times that I prefer BMW maps to Google maps. For Example, in Bangalore, as a non-local, I have been guided down increasingly narrow "Main" roads; while relying on Gmaps. BMW maps, for the same run on a subsequent day, on the other hand, kept me on the real main roads. (longer, but ultimately about the same travel time. And yes, Gmaps is set to minimise travel time). You do lose traffic information, but an integrated map has a nice interface and it's useful to see directions on the HUD.

It does not need to cost an arm and a leg to keep BMW maps up to date. it can even be free. I am assuming that you have a CIC Head unit if it's a 2013 map. I had NBT on my F25. DM me if you need guidance on how to go about it.

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