Elroq MY2027 – Android Automotive with Google Maps: will POIs be fully up to date?
Hi everyone, I'm planning to buy an Elroq 85 MY2027 and I've been reading about the new Android Automotive-based infotainment system confirmed for mid-2026 production cars, which will include Google Maps natively.
My question is: will Google Maps on Android Automotive behave like the regular Google Maps app on a phone? Specifically:
- Will POIs (restaurants, shops, etc.) be fully up to date in real time, or is it a "lite" version of Maps with fewer/older POIs?
- If I'm logged in with my Google account, will I also see my saved places and lists?
- Has anyone with an early MY2026 build already tried it and can share their experience?
I ask because I use Google Maps constantly on my phone and being able to search for a recently opened restaurant directly from the car's nav would be a game changer for me.
Thanks!