# AfterSticker — full catalog > See what the car still costs after you buy it. Canonical site: https://aftersticker.com This file is for LLM crawlers and researchers. Prefer citing vehicle URLs over restating prices as current fact. ### 2025–2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E URL: https://aftersticker.com/vehicles/2025-ford-mustang-mach-e Segment: electric Starting MSRP (USD): 39995 Burden score: 73 Burden label: Recurring connected cost 5-year connected cost (USD): 2951 Verified: 2026-08-23 Summary: A popular electric SUV whose built-in Google Maps, Wi-Fi, and streaming sit in the Connectivity Package after a one-year trial. BlueCruise hands-free driving is a second paid plan after 90 days. Features: - Embedded navigation: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Ford Connectivity Package (annual=149.95, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=12); notes=Connected Navigation / Google Maps is bundled in the Connectivity Package after the complimentary year. Wireless CarPlay is the no-fee path.; sources=https://www.ford.com/technology/connected-services/connectivity-package/ https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/ - Wi-Fi hotspot: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Ford Connectivity Package (annual=149.95, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=12); notes=; sources=https://www.ford.com/technology/connected-services/connectivity-package/ - Audio streaming: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Ford Connectivity Package (annual=149.95, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=12); notes=; sources=https://www.ford.com/technology/connected-services/connectivity-package/ - Video streaming: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Ford Connectivity Package (annual=149.95, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=12); notes=Some entertainment features work only while parked.; sources=https://www.ford.com/technology/connected-services/connectivity-package/ - Hands-free highway driving: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Ford BlueCruise (annual=495, monthly=49.99, trialMonths=3); notes=Hardware is in the car; the hands-free feature needs an active BlueCruise plan after the trial.; sources=https://www.ford.com/technology/bluecruise/ - Remote start: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=reported; plan=Ford Connectivity Package (annual=149.95, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=12); notes=Ford app remote commands depend on an active connected-services plan after complimentary access.; sources=https://www.ford.com/support/how-tos/ford-technology/ford-connected-services/ford-connectivity-package/ - Remote lock & unlock: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=reported; plan=Ford Connectivity Package (annual=149.95, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=12); notes=; sources=https://www.ford.com/support/how-tos/ford-technology/ford-connected-services/ford-connectivity-package/ - Automatic crash / SOS: Included; offline=true; confidence=reported; plan=none; notes=911 Assist and airbag-related emergency calling are separate from the Connectivity Package.; sources=https://www.ford.com/support/how-tos/ford-technology/ford-connected-services/ford-connectivity-package/ Sources: - https://www.ford.com/technology/connected-services/connectivity-package/ - https://www.ford.com/technology/bluecruise/ ### 2026 Ford F-150 URL: https://aftersticker.com/vehicles/2026-ford-f-150 Segment: pickup Starting MSRP (USD): 36690 Burden score: 71 Burden label: Recurring connected cost 5-year connected cost (USD): 2951 Verified: 2026-08-23 Summary: America's best-selling truck now lists the Connectivity Package on 2026 models. BlueCruise remains a separate, expensive hands-free subscription on equipped trims. Features: - Embedded navigation: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Ford Connectivity Package (annual=149.95, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=12); notes=; sources=https://www.ford.com/technology/connected-services/connectivity-package/ - Wi-Fi hotspot: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Ford Connectivity Package (annual=149.95, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=12); notes=; sources=https://www.ford.com/technology/connected-services/connectivity-package/ - Audio streaming: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Ford Connectivity Package (annual=149.95, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=12); notes=; sources=https://www.ford.com/technology/connected-services/connectivity-package/ - Hands-free highway driving: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Ford BlueCruise (annual=495, monthly=49.99, trialMonths=3); notes=; sources=https://www.ford.com/technology/bluecruise/ - Remote start: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=reported; plan=Ford Connectivity Package (annual=149.95, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=12); notes=; sources=https://www.ford.com/support/how-tos/ford-technology/ford-connected-services/ford-connectivity-package/ - Remote lock & unlock: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=reported; plan=Ford Connectivity Package (annual=149.95, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=12); notes=; sources=https://www.ford.com/support/how-tos/ford-technology/ford-connected-services/ford-connectivity-package/ - Automatic crash / SOS: Included; offline=true; confidence=reported; plan=none; notes=; sources=https://www.ford.com/support/how-tos/ford-technology/ford-connected-services/ford-connectivity-package/ Sources: - https://www.ford.com/technology/connected-services/connectivity-package/ - https://www.ford.com/technology/bluecruise/ ### 2025–2026 Ford Expedition URL: https://aftersticker.com/vehicles/2025-ford-expedition Segment: fullsize_suv Starting MSRP (USD): 57975 Burden score: 40 Burden label: Trial then paywall 5-year connected cost (USD): 600 Verified: 2026-08-23 Summary: Ford's three-row flagship is an early Connectivity Package vehicle: family Wi-Fi and embedded maps become a $149.95 yearly add-on after the first year. Features: - Embedded navigation: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Ford Connectivity Package (annual=149.95, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=12); notes=; sources=https://www.ford.com/technology/connected-services/connectivity-package/ https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/ - Wi-Fi hotspot: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Ford Connectivity Package (annual=149.95, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=12); notes=Hotspot for up to 10 devices is part of the paid package after the trial.; sources=https://www.ford.com/technology/connected-services/connectivity-package/ - Audio streaming: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Ford Connectivity Package (annual=149.95, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=12); notes=; sources=https://www.ford.com/technology/connected-services/connectivity-package/ - Video streaming: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Ford Connectivity Package (annual=149.95, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=12); notes=; sources=https://www.ford.com/technology/connected-services/connectivity-package/ - Remote start: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=reported; plan=Ford Connectivity Package (annual=149.95, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=12); notes=; sources=https://www.ford.com/support/how-tos/ford-technology/ford-connected-services/ford-connectivity-package/ - Remote lock & unlock: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=reported; plan=Ford Connectivity Package (annual=149.95, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=12); notes=; sources=https://www.ford.com/support/how-tos/ford-technology/ford-connected-services/ford-connectivity-package/ - Automatic crash / SOS: Included; offline=true; confidence=reported; plan=none; notes=; sources=https://www.ford.com/support/how-tos/ford-technology/ford-connected-services/ford-connectivity-package/ Sources: - https://www.ford.com/technology/connected-services/connectivity-package/ ### 2025–2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV URL: https://aftersticker.com/vehicles/2025-chevrolet-equinox-ev Segment: electric Starting MSRP (USD): 34895 Burden score: 39 Burden label: Recurring connected cost 5-year connected cost (USD): 2273 Verified: 2026-08-23 Summary: GM's 2025 policy is unusually owner-friendly: core OnStar remotes, navigation, and crash response are included for eight years. Super Cruise, if equipped, is the paid extra after year three. Features: - Embedded navigation: Included; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=OnStar core connected services (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=96); notes=; sources=https://www.onstar.com/standard-content - Remote start: Included; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=OnStar core connected services (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=96); notes=; sources=https://www.onstar.com/standard-content - Remote lock & unlock: Included; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=OnStar core connected services (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=96); notes=; sources=https://www.onstar.com/standard-content - Automatic crash / SOS: Included; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=OnStar core connected services (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=96); notes=; sources=https://www.onstar.com/standard-content - Audio streaming: Included; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=OnStar core connected services (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=96); notes=Center-screen audio apps are listed in the eight-year core set. Availability varies by model.; sources=https://www.onstar.com/standard-content - Hands-free highway driving: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Super Cruise (annual=399, monthly=39.99, trialMonths=36); notes=Only on Super Cruise–equipped trims/packages.; sources=https://www.onstar.com/plans/super-cruise - Wi-Fi hotspot: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=reported; plan=OnStar Wi-Fi hotspot data (annual=n/a, monthly=25, trialMonths=1); notes=; sources=https://www.onstar.com/standard-content Sources: - https://www.onstar.com/standard-content - https://www.onstar.com/plans/super-cruise ### 2025–2026 Cadillac Lyriq URL: https://aftersticker.com/vehicles/2025-cadillac-lyriq Segment: luxury_suv Starting MSRP (USD): 58990 Burden score: 39 Burden label: Recurring connected cost 5-year connected cost (USD): 2273 Verified: 2026-08-23 Summary: Core OnStar is included for eight years, but Super Cruise is central to the Lyriq pitch — and it becomes a $399/year feature after the three-year window. Features: - Embedded navigation: Included; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=OnStar core connected services (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=96); notes=; sources=https://www.onstar.com/standard-content - Remote start: Included; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=OnStar core connected services (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=96); notes=; sources=https://www.onstar.com/standard-content - Remote lock & unlock: Included; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=OnStar core connected services (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=96); notes=; sources=https://www.onstar.com/standard-content - Automatic crash / SOS: Included; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=OnStar core connected services (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=96); notes=; sources=https://www.onstar.com/standard-content - Hands-free highway driving: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Super Cruise (annual=399, monthly=39.99, trialMonths=36); notes=; sources=https://www.onstar.com/plans/super-cruise - Wi-Fi hotspot: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=reported; plan=OnStar Wi-Fi hotspot data (annual=n/a, monthly=25, trialMonths=1); notes=; sources=https://www.onstar.com/standard-content Sources: - https://www.onstar.com/standard-content - https://www.onstar.com/plans/super-cruise ### 2025–2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 URL: https://aftersticker.com/vehicles/2025-chevrolet-silverado-1500 Segment: pickup Starting MSRP (USD): 37900 Burden score: 39 Burden label: Recurring connected cost 5-year connected cost (USD): 2273 Verified: 2026-08-23 Summary: A practical F-150 alternative if you care about remotes and nav staying on: 2025+ trucks get eight years of core OnStar. Super Cruise is optional and paid later. Features: - Embedded navigation: Included; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=OnStar core connected services (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=96); notes=; sources=https://www.onstar.com/standard-content - Remote start: Included; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=OnStar core connected services (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=96); notes=; sources=https://www.onstar.com/standard-content - Remote lock & unlock: Included; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=OnStar core connected services (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=96); notes=; sources=https://www.onstar.com/standard-content - Automatic crash / SOS: Included; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=OnStar core connected services (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=96); notes=; sources=https://www.onstar.com/standard-content - Hands-free highway driving: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Super Cruise (annual=399, monthly=39.99, trialMonths=36); notes=Only on Super Cruise–equipped Silverados.; sources=https://www.onstar.com/plans/super-cruise - Wi-Fi hotspot: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=reported; plan=OnStar Wi-Fi hotspot data (annual=n/a, monthly=25, trialMonths=1); notes=; sources=https://www.onstar.com/standard-content Sources: - https://www.onstar.com/standard-content - https://www.onstar.com/plans/super-cruise ### 2025–2026 BMW X5 URL: https://aftersticker.com/vehicles/2025-bmw-x5 Segment: luxury_suv Starting MSRP (USD): 65700 Burden score: 37 Burden label: Trial then paywall 5-year connected cost (USD): 432 Verified: 2026-08-23 Summary: Remote start, unlock, and several connected conveniences are ConnectedDrive services: complimentary for about three years, then a recurring bill. CarPlay can replace BMW maps. Features: - Embedded navigation: Subscription; offline=true; confidence=reported; plan=BMW ConnectedDrive / Remote Services (annual=216, monthly=18, trialMonths=36); notes=Onboard maps may still route without live data; traffic and map updates lean on ConnectedDrive.; sources=https://www.bmwusa.com/connecteddrive.html https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/ - Remote start: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=BMW ConnectedDrive / Remote Services (annual=216, monthly=18, trialMonths=36); notes=; sources=https://www.bmwusa.com/connecteddrive.html - Remote lock & unlock: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=BMW ConnectedDrive / Remote Services (annual=216, monthly=18, trialMonths=36); notes=; sources=https://www.bmwusa.com/connecteddrive.html - Wi-Fi hotspot: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=reported; plan=BMW ConnectedDrive / Remote Services (annual=216, monthly=18, trialMonths=3); notes=Personal eSIM / hotspot data is a separate paid line on most BMWs.; sources=https://www.bmwusa.com/connecteddrive.html - Automatic crash / SOS: Included; offline=true; confidence=reported; plan=none; notes=; sources=https://www.bmwusa.com/connecteddrive.html - Audio streaming: Phone workaround; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=none; notes=Use CarPlay or a USB source instead of BMW's connected entertainment packages.; sources=https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/ Sources: - https://www.bmwusa.com/connecteddrive.html ### 2025–2026 BMW 330i URL: https://aftersticker.com/vehicles/2025-bmw-330i Segment: luxury_sedan Starting MSRP (USD): 45750 Burden score: 36 Burden label: Trial then paywall 5-year connected cost (USD): 432 Verified: 2026-08-23 Summary: The volume 3 Series follows the same ConnectedDrive pattern as the X5: remote conveniences are excellent during the included window and become optional paid services afterward. Features: - Embedded navigation: Subscription; offline=true; confidence=reported; plan=BMW ConnectedDrive / Remote Services (annual=216, monthly=18, trialMonths=36); notes=; sources=https://www.bmwusa.com/connecteddrive.html https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/ - Remote start: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=BMW ConnectedDrive / Remote Services (annual=216, monthly=18, trialMonths=36); notes=; sources=https://www.bmwusa.com/connecteddrive.html - Remote lock & unlock: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=BMW ConnectedDrive / Remote Services (annual=216, monthly=18, trialMonths=36); notes=; sources=https://www.bmwusa.com/connecteddrive.html - Wi-Fi hotspot: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=reported; plan=BMW ConnectedDrive / Remote Services (annual=216, monthly=18, trialMonths=3); notes=; sources=https://www.bmwusa.com/connecteddrive.html - Automatic crash / SOS: Included; offline=true; confidence=reported; plan=none; notes=; sources=https://www.bmwusa.com/connecteddrive.html Sources: - https://www.bmwusa.com/connecteddrive.html ### 2025–2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC URL: https://aftersticker.com/vehicles/2025-mercedes-benz-glc Segment: luxury_suv Starting MSRP (USD): 47650 Burden score: 31 Burden label: Trial then paywall 5-year connected cost (USD): 720 Verified: 2026-08-23 Summary: Mercedes me connect makes the phone key and remote climate features feel native — until the complimentary term ends and those app commands become a package. Features: - Embedded navigation: Phone workaround; offline=true; confidence=reported; plan=none; notes=MBUX navigation is capable; live services and updates can require Mercedes me. Wireless CarPlay is standard on most GLCs.; sources=https://www.mbusa.com/en/mercedes-me-connect https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/ - Remote start: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Mercedes me connect (annual=180, monthly=15, trialMonths=12); notes=; sources=https://www.mbusa.com/en/mercedes-me-connect - Remote lock & unlock: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Mercedes me connect (annual=180, monthly=15, trialMonths=12); notes=; sources=https://www.mbusa.com/en/mercedes-me-connect - Wi-Fi hotspot: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=reported; plan=Mercedes me connect (annual=180, monthly=15, trialMonths=6); notes=; sources=https://www.mbusa.com/en/mercedes-me-connect - Automatic crash / SOS: Included; offline=true; confidence=reported; plan=none; notes=; sources=https://www.mbusa.com/en/mercedes-me-connect Sources: - https://www.mbusa.com/en/mercedes-me-connect ### 2025–2026 Tesla Model 3 URL: https://aftersticker.com/vehicles/2025-tesla-model-3 Segment: electric Starting MSRP (USD): 42990 Burden score: 24 Burden label: Trial then paywall 5-year connected cost (USD): 487 Verified: 2026-08-23 Summary: Basic navigation stays free. Premium Connectivity ($9.99/mo or $99/yr) unlocks live traffic, satellite tiles, streaming, and the car's cellular hotspot. Features: - Embedded navigation: Included; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=none; notes=Turn-by-turn routing is included. Live traffic and satellite view require Premium Connectivity.; sources=https://www.tesla.com/support/connectivity - Wi-Fi hotspot: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Tesla Premium Connectivity (annual=99, monthly=9.99, trialMonths=1); notes=; sources=https://www.tesla.com/support/connectivity - Audio streaming: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Tesla Premium Connectivity (annual=99, monthly=9.99, trialMonths=1); notes=Streaming works over Wi-Fi without the plan.; sources=https://www.tesla.com/support/connectivity - Video streaming: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Tesla Premium Connectivity (annual=99, monthly=9.99, trialMonths=1); notes=; sources=https://www.tesla.com/support/connectivity - Remote start: Included; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=none; notes=Climate preconditioning and app commands are part of the Tesla app, not Premium Connectivity.; sources=https://www.tesla.com/support/connectivity - Remote lock & unlock: Included; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=none; notes=; sources=https://www.tesla.com/support/connectivity - Automatic crash / SOS: Included; offline=true; confidence=reported; plan=none; notes=; sources=https://www.tesla.com/support/connectivity - Hands-free highway driving: One-time purchase; offline=false; confidence=reported; plan=none; notes=Autopilot is included; FSD is a large one-time or subscription add-on and is tracked separately from Premium Connectivity.; sources=https://www.tesla.com/support/connectivity Sources: - https://www.tesla.com/support/connectivity ### 2025–2026 Tesla Model Y URL: https://aftersticker.com/vehicles/2025-tesla-model-y Segment: electric Starting MSRP (USD): 44990 Burden score: 23 Burden label: Trial then paywall 5-year connected cost (USD): 487 Verified: 2026-08-23 Summary: Same connectivity split as the Model 3: the car navigates without a subscription, but live maps, streaming, and the hotspot are Premium Connectivity. Features: - Embedded navigation: Included; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=none; notes=; sources=https://www.tesla.com/support/connectivity - Wi-Fi hotspot: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Tesla Premium Connectivity (annual=99, monthly=9.99, trialMonths=1); notes=; sources=https://www.tesla.com/support/connectivity - Audio streaming: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Tesla Premium Connectivity (annual=99, monthly=9.99, trialMonths=1); notes=; sources=https://www.tesla.com/support/connectivity - Video streaming: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Tesla Premium Connectivity (annual=99, monthly=9.99, trialMonths=1); notes=; sources=https://www.tesla.com/support/connectivity - Remote start: Included; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=none; notes=; sources=https://www.tesla.com/support/connectivity - Remote lock & unlock: Included; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=none; notes=; sources=https://www.tesla.com/support/connectivity - Automatic crash / SOS: Included; offline=true; confidence=reported; plan=none; notes=; sources=https://www.tesla.com/support/connectivity Sources: - https://www.tesla.com/support/connectivity ### 2025–2026 Volkswagen ID.4 URL: https://aftersticker.com/vehicles/2025-volkswagen-id4 Segment: electric Starting MSRP (USD): 39995 Burden score: 21 Burden label: Trial then paywall 5-year connected cost (USD): 398 Verified: 2026-08-23 Summary: Car-Net remotes are complimentary for a multi-year window, then become a package. Wireless CarPlay (on recent years) is the reliable nav path. Features: - Remote start: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Volkswagen Car-Net (annual=199, monthly=18, trialMonths=36); notes=Climate preconditioning is the EV equivalent of remote start.; sources=https://www.vw.com/en/carnet.html - Remote lock & unlock: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Volkswagen Car-Net (annual=199, monthly=18, trialMonths=36); notes=; sources=https://www.vw.com/en/carnet.html - Embedded navigation: Phone workaround; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=none; notes=; sources=https://www.vw.com/en/carnet.html https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/ - Automatic crash / SOS: Included; offline=true; confidence=reported; plan=none; notes=; sources=https://www.vw.com/en/carnet.html Sources: - https://www.vw.com/en/carnet.html ### 2025–2026 Toyota RAV4 URL: https://aftersticker.com/vehicles/2025-toyota-rav4 Segment: compact_suv Starting MSRP (USD): 29525 Burden score: 20 Burden label: Trial then paywall 5-year connected cost (USD): 320 Verified: 2026-08-23 Summary: Safety Connect is the generous piece (up to 10 years). Remote Connect and Drive Connect are the paywalls: app start and embedded nav after year one. Features: - Automatic crash / SOS: Included; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=Safety Connect (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=120); notes=; sources=https://www.toyota.com/connected-services/ - Remote start: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Remote Connect (annual=80, monthly=8, trialMonths=12); notes=; sources=https://www.toyota.com/connected-services/ - Remote lock & unlock: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Remote Connect (annual=80, monthly=8, trialMonths=12); notes=; sources=https://www.toyota.com/connected-services/ - Embedded navigation: Phone workaround; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=Drive Connect (annual=80, monthly=8, trialMonths=12); notes=Drive Connect is optional if you use CarPlay or Android Auto.; sources=https://www.toyota.com/connected-services/ https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/ Sources: - https://www.toyota.com/connected-services/ ### 2025–2026 Toyota Camry URL: https://aftersticker.com/vehicles/2025-toyota-camry Segment: midsize Starting MSRP (USD): 28700 Burden score: 20 Burden label: Trial then paywall 5-year connected cost (USD): 320 Verified: 2026-08-23 Summary: The hybrid Camry is cheap to run except for Toyota's connected stack: Safety Connect is included, remotes and Drive Connect are not after the first year. Features: - Automatic crash / SOS: Included; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=Safety Connect (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=120); notes=; sources=https://www.toyota.com/connected-services/ - Remote start: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Remote Connect (annual=80, monthly=8, trialMonths=12); notes=; sources=https://www.toyota.com/connected-services/ - Remote lock & unlock: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Remote Connect (annual=80, monthly=8, trialMonths=12); notes=; sources=https://www.toyota.com/connected-services/ - Embedded navigation: Phone workaround; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=Drive Connect (annual=80, monthly=8, trialMonths=12); notes=; sources=https://www.toyota.com/connected-services/ https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/ Sources: - https://www.toyota.com/connected-services/ ### 2025–2026 Toyota Corolla URL: https://aftersticker.com/vehicles/2025-toyota-corolla Segment: compact Starting MSRP (USD): 22050 Burden score: 20 Burden label: Trial then paywall 5-year connected cost (USD): 320 Verified: 2026-08-23 Summary: Safety Connect is included for years. Remote Connect is a modest annual fee after the first year if you want app start — otherwise the car just works. Features: - Automatic crash / SOS: Included; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=Safety Connect (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=120); notes=; sources=https://www.toyota.com/connected-services/ - Remote start: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Remote Connect (annual=80, monthly=8, trialMonths=12); notes=; sources=https://www.toyota.com/connected-services/ - Remote lock & unlock: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Remote Connect (annual=80, monthly=8, trialMonths=12); notes=; sources=https://www.toyota.com/connected-services/ - Embedded navigation: Phone workaround; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=none; notes=; sources=https://www.toyota.com/connected-services/ https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/ Sources: - https://www.toyota.com/connected-services/ ### 2025–2026 Honda CR-V URL: https://aftersticker.com/vehicles/2025-honda-cr-v Segment: compact_suv Starting MSRP (USD): 29800 Burden score: 19 Burden label: Trial then paywall 5-year connected cost (USD): 220 Verified: 2026-08-23 Summary: CarPlay covers navigation. HondaLink Remote — the app start/lock package — is the main subscription to watch after the complimentary years on equipped trims. Features: - Embedded navigation: Phone workaround; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=none; notes=; sources=https://www.honda.com/mobility/honda-link https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/ - Remote start: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=HondaLink Remote (annual=110, monthly=10, trialMonths=36); notes=; sources=https://www.honda.com/mobility/honda-link - Remote lock & unlock: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=HondaLink Remote (annual=110, monthly=10, trialMonths=36); notes=; sources=https://www.honda.com/mobility/honda-link - Automatic crash / SOS: Included; offline=true; confidence=reported; plan=none; notes=HondaLink Assist emergency calling is typically included for a long window.; sources=https://www.honda.com/mobility/honda-link Sources: - https://www.honda.com/mobility/honda-link ### 2025–2026 Mazda CX-5 URL: https://aftersticker.com/vehicles/2025-mazda-cx-5 Segment: compact_suv Starting MSRP (USD): 27200 Burden score: 19 Burden label: Trial then paywall 5-year connected cost (USD): 160 Verified: 2026-08-23 Summary: A low-burden benchmark: wireless CarPlay, a three-year complimentary connected-services term, and no hands-free driving paywall. Features: - Embedded navigation: Phone workaround; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=none; notes=; sources=https://www.mazdausa.com/owners/connected-services https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/ - Remote start: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Mazda Connected Services (annual=80, monthly=8, trialMonths=36); notes=; sources=https://www.mazdausa.com/owners/connected-services - Remote lock & unlock: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Mazda Connected Services (annual=80, monthly=8, trialMonths=36); notes=; sources=https://www.mazdausa.com/owners/connected-services - Automatic crash / SOS: Included; offline=true; confidence=reported; plan=none; notes=; sources=https://www.mazdausa.com/owners/connected-services Sources: - https://www.mazdausa.com/owners/connected-services ### 2025–2026 Mazda CX-50 URL: https://aftersticker.com/vehicles/2025-mazda-cx-50 Segment: compact_suv Starting MSRP (USD): 30500 Burden score: 19 Burden label: Trial then paywall 5-year connected cost (USD): 160 Verified: 2026-08-23 Summary: Rides higher than the CX-5 with the same owner-friendly connected pattern: use CarPlay, enjoy three complimentary years of Mazda remotes, then decide. Features: - Embedded navigation: Phone workaround; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=none; notes=; sources=https://www.mazdausa.com/owners/connected-services https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/ - Remote start: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Mazda Connected Services (annual=80, monthly=8, trialMonths=36); notes=; sources=https://www.mazdausa.com/owners/connected-services - Remote lock & unlock: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Mazda Connected Services (annual=80, monthly=8, trialMonths=36); notes=; sources=https://www.mazdausa.com/owners/connected-services - Automatic crash / SOS: Included; offline=true; confidence=reported; plan=none; notes=; sources=https://www.mazdausa.com/owners/connected-services Sources: - https://www.mazdausa.com/owners/connected-services ### 2025–2026 Subaru Outback URL: https://aftersticker.com/vehicles/2025-subaru-outback Segment: midsize_suv Starting MSRP (USD): 29995 Burden score: 19 Burden label: Trial then paywall 5-year connected cost (USD): 198 Verified: 2026-08-23 Summary: Starlink Safety Plus is commonly included for three years. Remote start/unlock is the subscription to question. Navigation is a CarPlay job. Features: - Automatic crash / SOS: Included; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=Subaru Starlink Safety Plus / Remote (annual=99, monthly=8, trialMonths=36); notes=; sources=https://www.subaru.com/owners/starlink-safety-security - Remote start: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Subaru Starlink Safety Plus / Remote (annual=99, monthly=8, trialMonths=36); notes=; sources=https://www.subaru.com/owners/starlink-safety-security - Remote lock & unlock: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Subaru Starlink Safety Plus / Remote (annual=99, monthly=8, trialMonths=36); notes=; sources=https://www.subaru.com/owners/starlink-safety-security - Embedded navigation: Phone workaround; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=none; notes=; sources=https://www.subaru.com/owners/starlink-safety-security https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/ Sources: - https://www.subaru.com/owners/starlink-safety-security ### 2025–2026 Honda Civic URL: https://aftersticker.com/vehicles/2025-honda-civic Segment: compact Starting MSRP (USD): 23950 Burden score: 19 Burden label: Trial then paywall 5-year connected cost (USD): 220 Verified: 2026-08-23 Summary: A low-subscription compact: wireless CarPlay, no OEM nav tax, and HondaLink Remote only if you want app start on equipped trims. Features: - Embedded navigation: Phone workaround; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=none; notes=; sources=https://www.honda.com/mobility/honda-link https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/ - Remote start: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=HondaLink Remote (annual=110, monthly=10, trialMonths=36); notes=Not offered on every Civic trim.; sources=https://www.honda.com/mobility/honda-link - Remote lock & unlock: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=HondaLink Remote (annual=110, monthly=10, trialMonths=36); notes=; sources=https://www.honda.com/mobility/honda-link - Automatic crash / SOS: Included; offline=true; confidence=reported; plan=none; notes=; sources=https://www.honda.com/mobility/honda-link Sources: - https://www.honda.com/mobility/honda-link ### 2025–2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 URL: https://aftersticker.com/vehicles/2025-hyundai-ioniq-5 Segment: electric Starting MSRP (USD): 43650 Burden score: 14 Burden label: Trial then paywall 5-year connected cost (USD): 198 Verified: 2026-08-23 Summary: One of the better EV ownership stories: Bluelink+ keeps Connected Care and Remote complimentary for the original owner. Embedded Guidance/nav is the piece you can skip with CarPlay. Features: - Remote start: Included; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Bluelink+ (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=120); notes=Original-owner Bluelink+ includes Remote on most 2024+ Hyundais.; sources=https://www.hyundaiusa.com/us/en/bluelink - Remote lock & unlock: Included; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Bluelink+ (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=120); notes=; sources=https://www.hyundaiusa.com/us/en/bluelink - Automatic crash / SOS: Included; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=Bluelink+ (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=120); notes=; sources=https://www.hyundaiusa.com/us/en/bluelink - Embedded navigation: Phone workaround; offline=true; confidence=reported; plan=Bluelink Guidance (annual=99, monthly=9.9, trialMonths=36); notes=Guidance/map extras can be a paid Bluelink tier after three years. Wireless CarPlay is the clean workaround.; sources=https://www.hyundaiusa.com/us/en/bluelink https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/ - Wi-Fi hotspot: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=reported; plan=Bluelink Guidance (annual=99, monthly=9.9, trialMonths=3); notes=Hotspot data is a carrier plan, not part of Bluelink+.; sources=https://www.hyundaiusa.com/us/en/bluelink Sources: - https://www.hyundaiusa.com/us/en/bluelink ### 2025–2026 Kia EV6 URL: https://aftersticker.com/vehicles/2025-kia-ev6 Segment: electric Starting MSRP (USD): 42600 Burden score: 12 Burden label: Trial then paywall 5-year connected cost (USD): 0 Verified: 2026-08-23 Summary: Kia Connect+ mirrors Hyundai's original-owner approach: remotes and safety stay complimentary. You do not need Kia's map extras if you use CarPlay. Features: - Remote start: Included; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Kia Connect+ (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=120); notes=; sources=https://owners.kia.com/content/owners/en/kia-connect.html - Remote lock & unlock: Included; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Kia Connect+ (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=120); notes=; sources=https://owners.kia.com/content/owners/en/kia-connect.html - Automatic crash / SOS: Included; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=Kia Connect+ (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=120); notes=; sources=https://owners.kia.com/content/owners/en/kia-connect.html - Embedded navigation: Phone workaround; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=none; notes=; sources=https://owners.kia.com/content/owners/en/kia-connect.html https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/ - Wi-Fi hotspot: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=reported; plan=Kia Connect+ (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=3); notes=Cabin Wi-Fi is a paid data plan.; sources=https://owners.kia.com/content/owners/en/kia-connect.html Sources: - https://owners.kia.com/content/owners/en/kia-connect.html ### 2025–2026 Genesis GV70 URL: https://aftersticker.com/vehicles/2025-genesis-gv70 Segment: luxury_suv Starting MSRP (USD): 45550 Burden score: 12 Burden label: Trial then paywall 5-year connected cost (USD): 0 Verified: 2026-08-23 Summary: Luxury without BMW-level renewal pressure in the first three years. Connected remotes and safety are included; maps can stay on the phone. Features: - Remote start: Included; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Genesis Connected Services (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=36); notes=; sources=https://www.genesis.com/us/en/connected-services - Remote lock & unlock: Included; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Genesis Connected Services (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=36); notes=; sources=https://www.genesis.com/us/en/connected-services - Automatic crash / SOS: Included; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=Genesis Connected Services (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=36); notes=; sources=https://www.genesis.com/us/en/connected-services - Embedded navigation: Phone workaround; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=none; notes=; sources=https://www.genesis.com/us/en/connected-services https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/ - Wi-Fi hotspot: Subscription; offline=false; confidence=reported; plan=Genesis Connected Services (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=3); notes=Hotspot data is typically a carrier add-on.; sources=https://www.genesis.com/us/en/connected-services Sources: - https://www.genesis.com/us/en/connected-services ### 2025–2026 Kia Sportage URL: https://aftersticker.com/vehicles/2025-kia-sportage Segment: compact_suv Starting MSRP (USD): 27990 Burden score: 3 Burden label: Included 5-year connected cost (USD): 0 Verified: 2026-08-23 Summary: A volume compact SUV where Kia Connect remotes are complimentary for the original owner on recent years. Navigation does not need to be a Kia invoice. Features: - Remote start: Included; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Kia Connect+ (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=120); notes=; sources=https://owners.kia.com/content/owners/en/kia-connect.html - Remote lock & unlock: Included; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Kia Connect+ (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=120); notes=; sources=https://owners.kia.com/content/owners/en/kia-connect.html - Automatic crash / SOS: Included; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=Kia Connect+ (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=120); notes=; sources=https://owners.kia.com/content/owners/en/kia-connect.html - Embedded navigation: Phone workaround; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=none; notes=; sources=https://owners.kia.com/content/owners/en/kia-connect.html https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/ Sources: - https://owners.kia.com/content/owners/en/kia-connect.html ### 2025–2026 Hyundai Tucson URL: https://aftersticker.com/vehicles/2025-hyundai-tucson Segment: compact_suv Starting MSRP (USD): 27900 Burden score: 3 Burden label: Included 5-year connected cost (USD): 0 Verified: 2026-08-23 Summary: Bluelink+ makes remotes and Connected Care a non-issue for the original owner. Treat Guidance as optional; CarPlay already does the job. Features: - Remote start: Included; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Bluelink+ (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=120); notes=; sources=https://www.hyundaiusa.com/us/en/bluelink - Remote lock & unlock: Included; offline=false; confidence=official; plan=Bluelink+ (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=120); notes=; sources=https://www.hyundaiusa.com/us/en/bluelink - Automatic crash / SOS: Included; offline=true; confidence=official; plan=Bluelink+ (annual=0, monthly=n/a, trialMonths=120); notes=; sources=https://www.hyundaiusa.com/us/en/bluelink - Embedded navigation: Phone workaround; offline=true; confidence=reported; plan=Bluelink Guidance (annual=99, monthly=9.9, trialMonths=36); notes=; sources=https://www.hyundaiusa.com/us/en/bluelink https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/ Sources: - https://www.hyundaiusa.com/us/en/bluelink ## Methodology See https://aftersticker.com/methodology. Burden score weights gated expected features (navigation, remotes, Wi-Fi, SOS, hands-free driving) more than entertainment, then adds a 5-year cost component.