Canadian-owned and operated since 1999General
Physical Dimensions
7.6”W x 4.7”H x 0.77”D (19.2 x 11.9 x 1.8 mm)
Display Size
6.8" W x 4.2" H (17.2 x 10.7 cm) 8" diag (20.3cm)
Display Resolution
1280 x 800 pixels
Display Type
multi-touch, glass, WXGA colour TFT with backlight
Weight
10.41 oz (295.2 g)
Battery Type
Rechargeable Lithium-Ion
Battery Life
up to 1 hour
Maps & Memory
Preloaded Street Maps
Yes
Data Cards
microSD™ card (not included)
3-D Buildings And Terrain
Yes
Internal Storage
16 GB
Ability To Add Maps
Yes
External Memory Storage
microSD™ card (not included)
Includes Map Updates
Yes
Navigation Features
Garmin Real Directions Landmark Guidance
Yes
Millions Of Foursquare Points Of Interest
Yes
Tripadvisor Traveller Ratings
Yes
Route Shaping Through Preferred Cities/Streets
Yes
Voice-Activated Navigation (Operate Device With Spoken Commands)
Yes
Includes Traffic
Yes
Lane Assist With Junction View (Displays Junction Signs)
Yes
Bluetooth Calling
Yes
Speed Limit Indicator (Displays Speed Limit For Most Major Roads In The US And Europe)
Yes
Driver Alerts For Sharp Curves, School Zones, Red Light And Speed Camera Warnings And More
Yes
Advanced Features
Smart Notifications Via App
Yes
Wi-Fi Map And Software Updates
Yes
Access To Live Services Via App (Traffic, Weather, Etc.)
Yes
BackUp Camera Compatible
Yes (BC™ 30 or BC™ 40)
GPS
Yes
Alexa-Enabled Features
Built-In Alexa
Yes
Music
Connect with a wide array of free- and subscription-based music services. Ask Alexa for music by artist, title or genre (Spotify not supported at this time)
News And Infortainment
Listen to news, audiobooks, podcasts and more
Time Management
Place orders for home delivery, shop Amazon, etc.
Smart Home
Remotely control smart home devices
Access To Alexa Skills
Customise features and explore thousands of skills in the Alexa app or the Alexa Skills Store. Some skills require linking your Amazon account
Connectivity
Smartphone Platform Compatibility
iPhone®, Android™
Requires Bluetooth-Enabled Smartphone
Yes
Requires Cellular Data Connections
Yes
Stream Media And Alexa Responses Through Vehicle Stereo
Yes
Works With Vehicle Stereo
Connect via AUX (cable sold separately) or Bluetooth
General
Large Display
This 8” GPS navigator, with its bright, high-resolution edge-to-edge touchscreen, lets you easily see important information displayed in landscape or portrait mode.
Voice Assist
Need directions? Just say the word. Garmin DriveSmart responds to your spoken requests and then navigates to wherever you need to go.
Hands-Free Calling
Built-in BLUETOOTH® wireless technology lets you sync your compatible smartphone so you can make calls without taking your hands off the wheel.
Live Traffic And Weather
Avoid delays, and find timesaving detours with live traffic when paired with your compatible smartphone (enabled with BLUETOOTH and GPS) running the Garmin Drive™ app. Also, view weather forecasts, current conditions, animated radar and storm alerts.
Traffic Cams And Parking
Access photoLive traffic cameras (where available) and live parking via the Garmin Drive app. Parking data is available for most city centers; for coverage details, visit parkopedia.com.
Live Fuel Prices
Connect with the Garmin Drive app to get updates of real-time fuel prices along your route.
Smart Notifications
See text messages and other notifications from your phone displayed right on the navigator’s screen when paired with the Garmin Drive app.
Wireless Updates
Built-in Wi-Fi® connectivity makes it easy to keep your maps and software up to date without using a computer. On-screen cues show when new updates are available.
Driver Alerts
To encourage safer driving and increase situational awareness, driver alerts warn you of upcoming sharp curves, speed changes, railroad crossings and more. Red light and speed camera warnings are not available in all regions. Learn more about purchasing an update subscription.
Tripadvisor
View Tripadvisor traveller ratings for hotels, restaurants and attractions along your route or near your destination.
History Database
Make travelling more enjoyable with pictures and descriptions of notable parks, monuments, museums and historic sites
National Parks Directory
Discover and enjoy some of America’s most treasured natural resources. Easily navigate within the parks to visitor centres, picnic areas, campgrounds and more.
Find Places By Name
Preloaded Foursquare® data makes it easy to find new shops, restaurants and millions of other popular places.
Garmin Real Directions Feature
Easy-to-understand, spoken turn-by-turn directions guide like a friend, using street names, store names and recognisable landmarks. For example, “Turn left after the bank.”
Just Ask Alexa
With Alexa built-in, you can ask to play music, listen to audiobooks, hear the news and more — all while you keep your hands on the wheel and eyes on the road.
Check Up Ahead
A useful Up Ahead feature shows upcoming stops for food, fuel and other milestones — such as upcoming cities — along your route.
Map Coverage
Drive confidently with the latest map updates and preloaded street maps for North America. Coverage includes the U.S., Mexico, Canada, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands and Bahamas.
Extra USB Connection
A dual USB charger, included with your Garmin DriveSmart navigator, provides an extra charging port for phones, tablets or other electronics in your vehicle.
See Behind Your Vehicle
When you pair this navigator with a compatible Garmin backup camera (sold separately), you can easily see vehicles, pedestrians and other obstacles behind your vehicle.
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Garmin DriveSmart 86
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Vehicle suction cup mount
Traffic receiver
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Vehicle power cable
Documentation