Here is everything you need to know about Mirror Link in the VW Polo, whether it actually works, and what your better options are. Mirror Link (also known as “Car Connectivity Consortium MirrorLink”) is an older standard that allows a smartphone to mirror its screen and run certain “certified” apps on a car’s head unit. Unlike Apple CarPlay or Android Auto (which are built into the phone’s OS), Mirror Link requires specific hardware and certified apps.
If you own a Volkswagen Polo (typically from model years 2014 to 2019), you may have noticed an icon on your infotainment screen labeled “Mirror Link” (often abbreviated as “ML”). At first glance, it looks like a solution for putting your phone’s apps on the car’s display. However, Mirror Link is not as simple as Apple CarPlay or Android Auto—and many owners find it frustrating. mirror link vw polo
Ignore Mirror Link. Upgrade to CarPlay or Android Auto. Have you successfully used Mirror Link in your Polo? Share your experience (or frustration) in the comments below! Here is everything you need to know about