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Toyota Adds Apple Car Key to 2026 RAV4 in U.S. Rollout

The feature uses Ultra Wideband and works with iPhone 11 or newer or Apple Watch Series 6 or newer through Toyota’s Remote Connect service.

Overview

  • Toyota confirmed to Carscoops that Apple’s digital car key is live on select 2026 RAV4 trims, following initial reports from a Reddit owner post.
  • Activation requires Remote Connect, which includes a one‑year free trial in the U.S. before a $15 per month fee.
  • Toyota Canada says XLE and higher trims include the digital key with a three‑year free Remote Connect trial, after which it costs $9.95 CAD per month or $99.95 CAD per year.
  • Apple’s official Car Key compatibility page has not yet been updated to list Toyota vehicles.
  • Toyota says additional 2026 models—including Camry, Grand Highlander, Land Cruiser, Prius, Tacoma, Crown, and Crown Signia—plus the new Lexus ES later this year, will adopt the enhanced Digital Key managed in native wallet apps with sharing for up to five drivers.