Essentials for most people. Elite if you want the screen on its own SIM, so it has internet without your phone. Both run CarPlay, Android Auto and GPS.
Most popularEssentials Edition
$—
3GB RAM32GBPhone’s internet
Own internet via SIMElite Edition
$—
6GB RAM128GBOwn SIM slot
2Optional extra
Add reverse camera + engine reader
Camera joins your reverse-light wire, crimp or solder (allow 2 hrs) · engine reader just plugs in
+$100
1080P reverse camera
Comes on in reverse. Joins your reverse-light wire, crimp or solder. Allow about two hours; the guide walks you through it
Engine reader (OBD)
Plugs into the port under the dash. Live readings and fault codes on screen
Got a factory camera? Keeping it needs a retention harness we don’t supply. Our camera is the simpler path.
9" Plug & Play Head Unit · Holden Colorado RC · 2008–2012
The RC Colorado is old enough for a proper interior upgrade. This is it.
9-inch touchscreen, wireless CarPlay & Android Auto, built-in GPS, vehicle-specific fascia. Plugs directly into your factory wiring — no cutting, no coding, no auto electrician.
Skip the auto electrician. Save a couple hundred dollars in labour.
Plug-and-play wiring loom connects directly to your factory harness — no splicing, no coding.
The three things RC Colorado owners care about
GPS that works without phone signal
Built-in GPS tracks your position even in dead zones. Add Hema, Google Maps or Newtracs from the Play Store for full outback coverage. Independent of mobile data.
Wireless CarPlay — phone stays in your pocket
Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto, with a wired option if you'd rather plug in.
30–45 minute install. No auto electrician.
Remove factory radio, plug in the included loom, fit the fascia, power on.
Everything else that's in it
Full Android 13 — download Hema, Spotify, Netflix direct from Play Store
8-core processor, 32-band DSP sound tuning
Steering wheel controls retained — volume, skip, call, no extra parts
RCA outputs for aftermarket audio, dual mics, 2× USB, GPS antenna — all included
Essentials vs Elite — which one?
Both run identical features. The difference is performance, storage and — the one that matters on tour — internet connectivity.
The Elite can have its own internet. Your phone stays in your pocket — if you want it to.
Fit your own data SIM (not included) and it runs its own 4G connection, independent of your phone. Prefer not to run a SIM? The Elite works exactly like the Essentials, off your phone's hotspot. The 4G capability is there if you want it, never a requirement.
Most Popular
Essentials
from $699
Internet
Phone hotspot only
Specs
3GB RAM · 32GB storage
Best for
Daily driving
Elite
from $899
Internet
4G SIM or hotspot
Specs
6GB RAM · 128GB storage
Best for
Touring & multitasking
Optional add-on
Reverse camera + OBD reader — +$100
1080P Reverse Camera
Auto-activates in reverse. Plug-and-play with the head unit — no other parts to source.
OBD2 Engine Code Reader
Live engine data on screen — temps, voltage, fault codes. Read and clear codes from your dash.
Both items bundled at one price — can't be added individually.
Confirmed fitment
✔ Direct fit — Holden Colorado RC (2008–2012)
All RC variants. Not sure if it fits your exact build? Send us a photo and we'll confirm before you order.
What's in the box — nothing else needed
9″ HD touchscreen unit
Vehicle-specific fascia trim
Plug & play wiring harness
RCA AV harness
GPS antenna
Dual microphones
2× USB inputs
Camera and OBD reader included if selected at checkout. Elite also includes a 4G antenna and SIM tray — SIM card and data plan sourced separately.
Installation — 30 to 45 minutes
1
Remove factory radio and trim
Unclips from the dash — no cutting, no drilling. Factory trim comes out with it.
2
Connect the wiring loom
Plugs directly into your factory harness — no splicing, no coding, no auto electrician.
3
Fit the fascia and head unit
New fascia clips into your factory dash opening. Head unit slides in and secures. Looks factory.
4
Power on and set up
Pair your phone, test CarPlay, confirm GPS lock. Done.
Full video guide included. Message us anytime if you get stuck.
Common questions
What's the real difference between Essentials and Elite?
+
Both have identical features — CarPlay, GPS, Android apps, steering wheel controls. The Elite has more RAM (smoother), more storage (4×), and a 4G SIM slot so the head unit can have its own internet independent of your phone (SIM card and data plan not included, sourced separately). If you never fit a SIM, Elite still runs off your phone's hotspot exactly like Essentials — the 4G is optional, not required.
Do I need to buy anything extra for the 4G on Elite?
+
Elite gives you the physical SIM slot and antenna for standalone 4G — the SIM card and a data plan are yours to source, same as you would for a phone. Without a SIM fitted, it falls back to using your phone's hotspot like Essentials.
Will it cause dash warning lights?
+
The included wiring harness is designed to prevent canbus errors. If you experience any issues after install, message us and we'll sort it fast.
Does it work with my aftermarket sound system?
+
Yes — RCA outputs for front, rear and subwoofer. Compatible with amplifiers and upgraded speaker systems. Message us if you have a specific setup and we'll confirm before you order.
Will this void my vehicle warranty?
+
The install is fully reversible — original parts unplug and can be refitted. A manufacturer generally can't void your whole vehicle warranty over an unrelated aftermarket part, but we're not lawyers and this isn't legal advice — if you're unsure, it's worth a quick check with your dealer.
What's your returns policy?
+
30-day change-of-mind returns on unused, unopened items — store credit issued. Faulty item? We cover return shipping and replace under the 12-month warranty. Full policy here.
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12-month warranty on all units
30-day returns on unused items
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9" Plug & Play Head Unit · Holden Colorado RC · 2008–2012
The RC Colorado is old enough for a proper interior upgrade. This is it.
9-inch touchscreen, wireless CarPlay & Android Auto, built-in GPS, vehicle-specific fascia. Plugs directly into your factory wiring — no cutting, no coding, no auto electrician.
Skip the auto electrician. Save a couple hundred dollars in labour.
Plug-and-play wiring loom connects directly to your factory harness — no splicing, no coding.
The three things RC Colorado owners care about
GPS that works without phone signal
Built-in GPS tracks your position even in dead zones. Add Hema, Google Maps or Newtracs from the Play Store for full outback coverage. Independent of mobile data.
Wireless CarPlay — phone stays in your pocket
Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto, with a wired option if you'd rather plug in.
30–45 minute install. No auto electrician.
Remove factory radio, plug in the included loom, fit the fascia, power on.
Everything else that's in it
Full Android 13 — download Hema, Spotify, Netflix direct from Play Store
8-core processor, 32-band DSP sound tuning
Steering wheel controls retained — volume, skip, call, no extra parts
RCA outputs for aftermarket audio, dual mics, 2× USB, GPS antenna — all included
Essentials vs Elite — which one?
Both run identical features. The difference is performance, storage and — the one that matters on tour — internet connectivity.
The Elite can have its own internet. Your phone stays in your pocket — if you want it to.
Fit your own data SIM (not included) and it runs its own 4G connection, independent of your phone. Prefer not to run a SIM? The Elite works exactly like the Essentials, off your phone's hotspot. The 4G capability is there if you want it, never a requirement.
Most Popular
Essentials
from $699
Internet
Phone hotspot only
Specs
3GB RAM · 32GB storage
Best for
Daily driving
Elite
from $899
Internet
4G SIM or hotspot
Specs
6GB RAM · 128GB storage
Best for
Touring & multitasking
Optional add-on
Reverse camera + OBD reader — +$100
1080P Reverse Camera
Auto-activates in reverse. Plug-and-play with the head unit — no other parts to source.
OBD2 Engine Code Reader
Live engine data on screen — temps, voltage, fault codes. Read and clear codes from your dash.
Both items bundled at one price — can't be added individually.
Confirmed fitment
✔ Direct fit — Holden Colorado RC (2008–2012)
All RC variants. Not sure if it fits your exact build? Send us a photo and we'll confirm before you order.
What's in the box — nothing else needed
9″ HD touchscreen unit
Vehicle-specific fascia trim
Plug & play wiring harness
RCA AV harness
GPS antenna
Dual microphones
2× USB inputs
Camera and OBD reader included if selected at checkout. Elite also includes a 4G antenna and SIM tray — SIM card and data plan sourced separately.
Installation — 30 to 45 minutes
1
Remove factory radio and trim
Unclips from the dash — no cutting, no drilling. Factory trim comes out with it.
2
Connect the wiring loom
Plugs directly into your factory harness — no splicing, no coding, no auto electrician.
3
Fit the fascia and head unit
New fascia clips into your factory dash opening. Head unit slides in and secures. Looks factory.
4
Power on and set up
Pair your phone, test CarPlay, confirm GPS lock. Done.
Full video guide included. Message us anytime if you get stuck.
Common questions
What's the real difference between Essentials and Elite?
+
Both have identical features — CarPlay, GPS, Android apps, steering wheel controls. The Elite has more RAM (smoother), more storage (4×), and a 4G SIM slot so the head unit can have its own internet independent of your phone (SIM card and data plan not included, sourced separately). If you never fit a SIM, Elite still runs off your phone's hotspot exactly like Essentials — the 4G is optional, not required.
Do I need to buy anything extra for the 4G on Elite?
+
Elite gives you the physical SIM slot and antenna for standalone 4G — the SIM card and a data plan are yours to source, same as you would for a phone. Without a SIM fitted, it falls back to using your phone's hotspot like Essentials.
Will it cause dash warning lights?
+
The included wiring harness is designed to prevent canbus errors. If you experience any issues after install, message us and we'll sort it fast.
Does it work with my aftermarket sound system?
+
Yes — RCA outputs for front, rear and subwoofer. Compatible with amplifiers and upgraded speaker systems. Message us if you have a specific setup and we'll confirm before you order.
Will this void my vehicle warranty?
+
The install is fully reversible — original parts unplug and can be refitted. A manufacturer generally can't void your whole vehicle warranty over an unrelated aftermarket part, but we're not lawyers and this isn't legal advice — if you're unsure, it's worth a quick check with your dealer.
What's your returns policy?
+
30-day change-of-mind returns on unused, unopened items — store credit issued. Faulty item? We cover return shipping and replace under the 12-month warranty. Full policy here.
