Spotify App in Audi Cars: Music Videos, Lyrics, Free Download

• Audi is the first automaker to offer Spotify’s fully native app directly through its car infotainment system.
• The app brings music videos, real-time lyrics, Spotify Jam and Spotify DJ to supported Audi models.
• Available since October 21, 2026, the free app requires a Spotify account and Audi Application Store access.

The Spotify app in Audi cars is now available as a native app on supported vehicles. It runs directly on the car’s infotainment system, so drivers do not need to connect their phone through Bluetooth or a cable every time they want to use Spotify.

Audi says it is the first automaker to offer the fully native Spotify app in its vehicles. Developed with CARIAD and Spotify for Android Automotive OS, the app brings features such as music videos, real-time lyrics, Spotify Jam and Spotify DJ to compatible cars. The service is rolling out across 47 Audi markets worldwide.

Spotify Comes Directly to Audi’s Infotainment System

Until now, many drivers have used their phones to access music services in the car. With the native Spotify app, supported Audi vehicles can run Spotify directly through the infotainment system without needing a connected smartphone.

The app is built for Android Automotive OS, the operating system that runs on the vehicle itself. Audi developed the integration with CARIAD and Spotify, allowing the music service to work as part of the car’s own system.

The app is available as a free download through the Audi Application Store. Users need a Spotify account to sign in and access the service. The download is available from October 21, 2026, and the rollout covers 47 Audi markets worldwide.

Spotify App Features Available in Audi Cars

The native app includes several Spotify features designed for use in a vehicle. Their availability and presentation depend on whether the car is moving or parked, as well as the equipment fitted to the vehicle.

Music Videos and Real-Time Lyrics

The app supports music videos and real-time lyrics. This lets users follow lyrics while listening and access supported video content through the vehicle’s displays when permitted.

The interface adjusts to the driving situation. On equipped cars, supported features remain available on the front passenger display while driving. When the vehicle is parked, the full feature set is available on the centre MMI display.

Spotify Jam

Spotify Jam is also included. It allows users to take part in a shared listening session, making it easier to enjoy music together.

As with the other features, its use in the car follows the display and driving restrictions set by Audi. The app is designed to limit access to certain functions while the vehicle is moving.

Spotify DJ and Voice Control

Spotify DJ is another feature available through the native app. It offers a more guided listening experience within Spotify.

Drivers can use the phrase “Hey Audi” for voice control while driving. However, signing in and changing settings are not available while the car is moving. These actions need to be completed when the vehicle is parked.

Which Audi Cars Support the Native Spotify App?

The native Spotify app is available on selected Audi models. The supported vehicles include the Audi A6 e-tron and Q6 e-tron, along with the Audi A5, Q5 and A6 from model year 2026 onwards. These models use Audi’s PPE and PPC platforms.

The app is also expected to be available on the Q7 and Q9 from their respective market launches. Availability depends on the vehicle model, platform and market, so not every Audi owner will necessarily have access to the app.

Audi is rolling out the app across 47 markets worldwide. It is available through the Audi Application Store as a free download, but users need a Spotify account to use it.

How to Get Spotify on a Supported Audi

Owners of compatible Audi vehicles can look for Spotify in the Audi Application Store. The app is offered as a free download, although a Spotify account is required to sign in and use the service.

The key difference is that Spotify runs directly on the vehicle’s infotainment system. Users do not need to connect their phone through Bluetooth or a cable each time they want to listen.

Some features depend on the vehicle’s equipment and whether it is moving or parked. Voice control through “Hey Audi” works while driving, but sign-in and settings are unavailable until the car is parked.

Spotify Continues to Expand Beyond Phone Listening

The native Audi app is another step in bringing Spotify into more listening environments. Spotify says it has more than 777 million users worldwide, and its integration with Audi adds another way to access its music features.

Spotify has also been expanding its services beyond music. For example, the company is preparing its audiobook offering for India, as explained in our article on Spotify Audiobooks in India. Its subscription plans are also changing, with household verification becoming a focus for Spotify Premium Family users. Read our report on Spotify Premium Family household checks for more details.

The next step could be wider adoption by other carmakers. More automakers could introduce native Spotify apps next year, but this remains a possibility rather than a confirmed rollout plan.

Conclusion

Audi has become the first automaker to offer Spotify’s fully native app directly in its vehicles. The app runs on the infotainment system without a connected smartphone and brings music videos, real-time lyrics, Spotify Jam and Spotify DJ to supported models. It is available through the Audi Application Store in a rollout covering 47 markets, while expansion to other automakers remains tentative.

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