Opel Astra J Tesla Style head units – what you need to know
The centre console of the Opel Astra J (2009–2015) was one of the most button-heavy designs of its era: the radio and climate controls ended in dozens of tiny push-buttons, which many owners still find distracting. The 9.7-inch portrait-screen „Tesla Style” head unit replaces exactly that surface with a single clean display.
One thing to be clear about: „Tesla Style” refers to the format of the screen, not to the make of the car. A unit like this cannot be fitted to a Tesla – but it can be fitted to an Astra J.
The unit suits every body style of the Astra J: the four-door saloon, the five-door hatchback, the three-door GTC and the Sports Tourer estate were all given the same centre console. If the car has the factory Navi 600 or Navi 900 system, the swap can be done, but in that case a CAN adapter is also needed so that the steering wheel buttons and the factory information (outside temperature, trip computer) keep working – please state this when ordering.
On the Astra J the climate control stays below the screen as a physical panel, so it can still be adjusted by touch while driving – which many customers see as a distinct advantage.
The system is Android-based: wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth hands-free calling, online navigation, YouTube and Spotify, and a reversing camera input. The installation uses a wiring loom made for the factory connectors, without cutting, so the factory state can be restored at any time.
Frequently asked questions
Which Astra J bodies does it suit?
All of them: the four-door saloon, the five-door hatchback, the three-door GTC and the Sports Tourer estate alike, because they were all given the same centre console.
Is this for a Tesla?
No. „Tesla Style” is the name of the 9.7-inch portrait screen format made popular by the Tesla Model S. This unit was made specifically for the Opel Astra J; an aftermarket head unit cannot be fitted to a Tesla.
My car has the factory Navi 600 or Navi 900 - can it be replaced?
Yes, the swap can be done, but in that case a CAN adapter is also needed so that the steering wheel buttons and the factory displayed information (outside temperature, trip computer) are retained. Please state which factory system is in the car when ordering.
What happens to the climate control?
On the Astra J the physical climate panel stays below the screen, so it can still be operated by touch while driving. The swap does not affect how the climate control works.
Can I fit it myself, and what about the warranty?
The unit comes with a wiring loom made for the factory connectors and nothing has to be cut, so a competent DIYer can fit it. Fitting it yourself does not affect the unit's warranty, and the factory state can be restored at any time.
