6 Best Single Din Head Unit With Touch Screen

Yes, you can put a touch screen stereo system in an older car. But you need to keep in mind that usually older cars have small size space for car stereo to fit in. So you need to look for a single din size stereo which has a folding touchscreen that has around 7” display. You simply need to look for how much space is left after you remove your old stereo and what size of touch screen radio will fit into it. The folding screen is best because the whole screen can drop down and neatly go inside. But when it’s on you’ll have all kinds of features and options available to choose from. You can easily buy an aftermarket touchscreen radio and install it into the left-out space. 

The most basic difference between a single din and double din radio is the size of the two. A single din head unit measures 7” width and 2” height. On the other hand, a double din measures 7” width with 4” height. Usually, a double din head unit has more features that its counterpart that are fitted into its bigger size and display. Double dins have a larger touchscreen which makes them easier to use but single din units are still very functional. Typically, both sizes of modern din units produced by any manufacturer are designed for modern cars with all necessary features such as adequate storage space, DVD player, HD video screen and advanced connectivity. But a double din head unit has some additional features like camera option or integration with smartphone which gives better user experience. However, a single din head unit still offers more practical and great assortment of features. 

Yes, you can definitely add a navigation system to any car either through DIYs or by taking help from a professional. However, if you’re not sure about the technicalities then it’s best to consult professionals. There are usually three kinds of GPS navigation system available for cars. You can either opt for a factory-installed system while buying a new car, or a dealer-installed system on a new or used car, or you also have an option of getting a portable digital device which requires little to no installation and can be easily installed. And all cars have an option to connect an aftermarket car stereo, some of which comes with an in-built navigation system, so you can try that as well. 

The cost of installing a screen firstly depends on the quality and brand of the screen you’re considering to install in your car. Typically, a good-quality touchscreen ranges from $150-$200. Generally, the installation cost also depends on how complex the stereo system is, so the more complex the system the higher will be the cost to install. And additionally, if you’re getting it installed by a professional then they can charge anything ranging from $150 to $450. So it’s advised to install a screen by yourself which can save you hundreds of dollars. 

Yes, you can install a single din in a double din space with little additional efforts and adjustments. Since different car manufacturers use different sizes of stereo space which depends on the model of the vehicle. A single din is smaller than the double din, so you’ll need a mounting bracket to fill up the extra space which is left in your stereo console. Generally you can get these brackets for less than $10 at any car stereos store.