- Category
- Infotainment
- Provider
- Mercedes-Benz Nederland B.V.
- Note on use
- Permanently available in the vehicle following once-only activation
The presented functions are dependent on the particular vehicle model, the individual configuration and the particular market.
Digital radio
Digital Extra
Clear reception of your favourite radio stations – digital radio in your Mercedes makes it possible.
At a glance
- Get superb-quality reception of your favourite radio stations
- More information and entertainment thanks to a significant increase in the number of regional as well as national radio stations available
- Undistorted listening comfort
- Supplementary, programme-related information
An extra-special listening experience
Bring a real concert hall sound into your Mercedes. Digital radio allows undistorted listening pleasure – anytime and anywhere. It offers a wide range of programmes and information, more entertainment and numerous services. For a radio experience that never fails to please.
Your advantages at a glance
The digital tuner enables you to receive all digital terrestrial radio programmes (DAB, DAB+) with absolute clarity. The tuner always automatically chooses the best reception frequency for the station you have selected. In addition, the Digital Radio provides you with programme-accompanying texts and images such as weather graphics. This makes listening to Digital radio a very individual entertainment experience.
Before purchasing, please check whether digital terrestrial radio is available in your country. In addition to the technical requirements in the vehicle, this is essential for using Digital radio. Please see the FAQ section for further details.
Product information
Available for vehicles equipped with the MBUX multimedia system and the MBUX extended functions.
Can I receive digital radio programmes anytime and anywhere?
Before purchasing, please check whether digital terrestrial radio is available in your country. Availability information can be found at https://www.worlddab.org/countries.The reception of programmes by the digital radio is only possible if digital radio is transmitted in the country concerned. These digital transmission facilities are not yet available everywhere. Every digital radio is equipped with an FM receiver as standard, which is automatically switched on whenever digital radio becomes unavailable.
How do I activate Digital radio in the vehicle?
Please make sure that your vehicle is connected to your Mercedes-Benz account and that the vehicle's GPS reception is working. In the Mercedes-Benz Store, place the Digital radio product available for your vehicle in the shopping cart and complete the order.
The vehicle's ignition must be turned off for activation. Turn the ignition on again after approximately 2 minutes. Digital radio is displayed as a new radio source in the radio menu of the multimedia system in your Mercedes-Benz and is available for use.
Our recommendation
Standard Digital Extras
The essential digital equipment for your Mercedes – AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE.
Remote Retrieval of Vehicle Status
Conveniently shows you important vehicle data and the due date for the next service via your smartphone, tablet PC or desktop.
Maintenance Management
The vehicle sends the recognised maintenance requirement to the preferred Mercedes-Benz service partner so that they have the opportunity to inform you.
Telediagnosis
This Digital Extra can deliver early messages about the status and the need to replace parts or fluids.
Breakdown Management
In the event of a breakdown, you receive specific and competent support from Mercedes-Benz.
Accident & Breakdown Mgmt
Whether it's an accident or a breakdown, you will receive targeted and expert support from Mercedes-Benz.
Accident Recovery
In the event of an accident, you receive specific and competent support from Mercedes-Benz.
Remote vehicle diagnostics
This Digital Extra enables your service partner or our customer centre to check the vehicle status as and when required.
Software updates
Keeps the software up to date in your Mercedes via online update.
ECO display
Your personal coach for anticipatory driving: Analyses your driving style on request and gives tips for optimising consumption.
Maintenance Management
The vehicle sends the recognised maintenance requirement to the preferred Mercedes-Benz service partner so that they have the opportunity to inform you.
Mercedes-Benz emergency call system
Automatically initiates an emergency call in the event of an accident and connects you to the Mercedes-Benz emergency call centre.
Individual recommendations
For an optimised user experience: Provides individual recommendations and tips for use of Digital Extras and vehicle functions on the basis of vehicle and user data. Further information on data processing is available in the data protection information for Digital Extras.
Plug & Charge
Charging can be so simple: Connect the plug and the charging process starts automatically at supported stations. In order to be able to use this Digital Extra, please activate MB.CHARGE Public.
MB.CHARGE Public
Simple, sustainable charging with maximum cost transparency – wherever you are.
Global Search
Search simply, find everything: Search for terms via the multimedia system and start functions directly out of the list of results.
GPS-based online information for driving functions
Help us further develop our Digital Extras by agreeing to share specific vehicle data.
Mercedes-Benz Eco Coach
For your Mercedes with electric or plug-in hybrid drive: Get tips and collect points with the Mercedes-Benz Eco Coach.
MBUX Voice Assistant
Turns your Mercedes into a personal assistant, which understands you in everyday language.
Digital Assistants
Control selected Digital Extras in your vehicle from the comfort of your home using your voice assistant.
Note: Everything you need for this: Create your Mercedes me ID and link your Mercedes to it, then activate the Digital Extras. Done!
It´s as simple as that
1. Mercedes me ID
Simply register and pair up: create your account on the Mercedes-Benz website and pair it with your Mercedes.
2. Order and enable
Shop at your convenience: Order the Digital Extras that are available for your Mercedes. These Digital Extras are then enabled automatically and the invoice amount is debited using your preferred payment method.
3. Use
The best link to your Mercedes: You activate and manage the Digital Extras in your account on the Mercedes-Benz website.
1. Mercedes me ID
Simply register and pair up: create your account on the Mercedes-Benz website and pair it with your Mercedes.
2. Order and enable
Shop at your convenience: Order the Digital Extras that are available for your Mercedes. These Digital Extras are then enabled automatically and the invoice amount is debited using your preferred payment method.
3. Use
The best link to your Mercedes: You activate and manage the Digital Extras in your account on the Mercedes-Benz website.