As Chinese vehicle brands continue to expand their footprint in South Africa, wireless Apple CarPlay has become a standard feature across their SUV ranges. Unlike wired CarPlay, which requires a USB cable, wireless CarPlay connects automatically via Wi-Fi once paired, offering added convenience. Here is a verified overview of Chinese SUVs currently available in South Africa that offer this feature.
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GWM / Haval / Tank
The Haval Jolion Pro, Haval H6 (updated and PHEV variants), and Haval H7 all include wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard. The GWM Tank 500 Ultra Luxury pairs its 14.6-inch infotainment screen with wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a wireless charging tray. The GWM Tank 300 supports wireless Apple CarPlay across its range, though some trim levels may prompt an initial wired setup before enabling wireless functionality.
Chery / Omoda / Jaecoo
The Chery Tiggo Cross, Tiggo 7 PHEV, and Tiggo 9 PHEV all feature wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Under the Omoda sub-brand, the Omoda C7 and Omoda C9 PHEV both include wireless Apple CarPlay via their large-format touchscreens. The Jaecoo J5 also includes wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto across its South African range.
BYD
The BYD Atto 8 (DM-i and DM-p) and the BYD Sealion 6 DM-i are confirmed to offer wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard. The BYD Sealion 5, launched in South Africa in December 2025, lists wireless Apple CarPlay as standard, but you should verify this for each model directly with a local BYD dealer based on the specification you want.
GAC Motor
The GAC Emkoo includes wireless Apple CarPlay. There are variants of the Emzoom that also offer the tech as standard. However, Android Auto is not natively supported on GAC models in South Africa due to licensing restrictions, with the brand relying on alternative mirroring solutions.
Geely
Having returned to the South African market in late 2025, the Geely E5, available in both EV and EM-i Super Hybrid variants, features wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto via a 15.4-inch HD multimedia display.
A note on trim levels:
Wireless Apple CarPlay is most consistently found on mid- to top-spec trims. Entry-level variants of some models may offer only wired CarPlay. Always confirm with the dealership before purchasing.
