Description
Kenwood DMX80AXS 9″ Universal Digital Multimedia Receiver + Volkswagen Amarok/Caddy/Multivan/Tiguan/Transporter Aerpro AKVW4 Installation Kit
Product Information
Upgrade your Volkswagen Amarok (2016 onwards), Caddy (2015–2020), Multivan (2016–2019), Tiguan (2015–2016), or Transporter T6 (2016–2019) with the Kenwood DMX80AXS 9″ Digital Multimedia Receiver, paired with the Aerpro AKVW4 vehicle-specific installation kit designed to retain key factory functionality while delivering a modern touchscreen upgrade. This complete infotainment package replaces the outdated factory system with a fast, connected, high-resolution display, while preserving steering wheel control operation for a seamless driving experience.
The Kenwood DMX80AXS features a 9-inch WSVGA capacitive touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, giving drivers instant access to navigation, calls, messaging, and entertainment. Combined with the Aerpro AKVW4 kit, the unit integrates into the Volkswagen dashboard using a dedicated steering wheel control interface harness, keeping essential controls — including the phone button — functional.
This package suits Volkswagen owners across the Amarok, Caddy, Multivan, Tiguan, and Transporter range who want a modern multimedia upgrade without sacrificing steering wheel convenience.
Key Product Features
Kenwood DMX80AXS Head Unit Features
- 9″ WSVGA capacitive touchscreen display (1.6x higher resolution than standard WVGA)
- Universal chassis shape for broad vehicle compatibility
- Wireless and wired Apple CarPlay
- Wireless and wired Android Auto
- Wireless smartphone mirroring via MirrorApp+ (supports Waze, YouTube, Instagram and more)
- Touch control available from both head unit and smartphone screen
- 13-Band Graphic EQ with Digital Time Alignment for precision sound tuning
- Rear view camera input with adjustable parking guidelines
- Built-in Bluetooth for hands-free calls and audio streaming
- Dual 2.5V preouts plus mono subwoofer output for external amplification
- Short chassis design for simplified, space-saving installation
- USB playback supporting a wide range of audio and video file formats
- High-current 2.1A USB charging for fast smartphone charging
- Direct OEM steering wheel remote control compatibility (most Japanese and Korean vehicles)
- Security updates supported until at least 30 April 2028
Aerpro AKVW4 Volkswagen Installation Kit Features
- Designed specifically for Volkswagen Amarok (2016 onwards), Caddy (2015–2020), Multivan (2016–2019), Tiguan (2015–2016), and Transporter T6 (2016–2019)
- Supports 10″ trapezoid-style aftermarket head units
- Also compatible with 9″ trapezoid head units, including the Kenwood DMX80AXS, via a 10″-to-9″ reduction adaptor supplied with the kit
- Black fascia kit for OEM-style dashboard integration
- Steering wheel control interface harness with SWC patch lead
- Antenna adaptor included
- Retains steering wheel controls, including the phone button (vehicles fitted with a factory MIB-PQ unit may require the factory Bluetooth module fuse removed for phone button functionality)
- Recommended for use with the Aerpro APP8 Head Unit Secondary ISO Harness (sold separately) — head unit ISO harness not included
- Compatible with Aerpro APP8 aftermarket head unit harness adapters for simplified installation
Vehicle Compatibility
Volkswagen Fitment
- Volkswagen Amarok 2016 onwards
- Volkswagen Caddy 2015–2020
- Volkswagen Multivan 2016–2019
- Volkswagen Tiguan 2015–2016
- Volkswagen Transporter T6 2016–2019
Important Feature Note
- Steering wheel controls: Retained, including phone button (vehicles with factory MIB-PQ units may need the factory Bluetooth module fuse removed for the phone button to function)
- Factory reverse camera: Not retained
- AUX input: Not retained
- USB input: Not retained
- Parking tones: Not applicable
- Factory amplifier: Not retained
- Vehicle menu: Not retained
- Feature retention is radio dependent
- This kit is built for 10″ trapezoid-shaped radios but also supports 9″ trapezoid units, including the Kenwood DMX80AXS, via a supplied reduction adaptor. It will not suit standard DIN or double DIN sized radios
- This kit does not support Pioneer CAN Bus features but includes a steering wheel control adapter — during setup, select ‘Steering Wheel Control’ > ‘With Adapter’ in the menu rather than a CAN Bus Adapter option
- Head unit ISO harness not included; an Aerpro APP8 Secondary ISO Harness is recommended (sold separately)
Compatible Head Units (Kit Support)
- Kenwood DMX80AXS (9″, via reduction adaptor)
- Alpine INE-AW409S-10
- Alpine INE-AX809-10
- Aerpro AM10X
- Various Android-based 9″ and 10″ trapezoid head units
Why Upgrade Your Volkswagen With This System
This Kenwood and Aerpro integration package is designed to modernise the Volkswagen Amarok, Caddy, Multivan, Tiguan, or Transporter interior by replacing the factory audio system with a high-resolution touchscreen infotainment solution, without losing steering wheel control functionality. It delivers improved smartphone connectivity, sound tuning, and media control in a clean, factory-style installation.
Ideal for Volkswagen owners who want to:
- Add wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Upgrade to a modern 9-inch touchscreen system
- Retain steering wheel control functionality, including the phone button
- Improve in-car entertainment and audio tuning options
- Achieve a factory-style upgrade with minimal functionality trade-off
This solution provides a practical infotainment upgrade that enhances everyday driving while maintaining key factory convenience features.
