SYNC® 3 vs. SYNC® 4 - What’s the Difference and Can You Upgrade?

Enhanced computing capabilities with cloud connectivity - Ford drivers will enjoy the option of FordPass Connect™1 with a 4G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot. Your features will refresh with up-to-date information to deliver details in seconds. In fact, when compared to Sync 3, Sync 4 offers double the processing power. 

Access real-time data for enhanced day-to-day living - Needing to refuel your gas tank? Sync 4 can help you identify which station has the best rates, sparing you the hassle of driving around. Similarly, Sync 4 can help you find free parking spots. Your Ford can make your life easier day-to-day. 

Revolutionary voice recognition - Nonchalantly ask your Ford "where is the nearest pharmacy," and the SYNC® 4 will respond with recommendations and directions for the fastest route. Ford upgraded the voice recognition technology to better understand natural conversations, ensuring that it can identify your needs and provide solutions without delay. Comparatively, Sync 3 has "enhanced voice control" which still has usefulness in its own right; however, the system's grasp on conversational phrases will be more limited. 

New graphics and design layout - Perhaps the most noticeable visual change come from the split-screen available on 12-inch screens. If you want to change the song currently playing without losing sight of the map, now you can. Plus, the 15.5 inch version comes with dash cards which create shortcuts to the features you rely upon the most. 

Over-the-air updates - As new technological capabilities come to light, Ford will update the SYNC® 4 to keep it state-of-the-art. For drivers' convenience, these changes will happen over-the-air, eliminating the need for vehicle owners to visit a dealership or experience interruptions to their infotainment services. Contrastingly, Sync 3 requires updates to be conducted using Wi-FI or USB connections. 

Wireless connection to your mobile devices - Now, you can sync up your phone using WiFi or Bluetooth. 

Machine learning to provide a customized experience - SYNC® 4 will get to know you over time - your favorite features, your radio preferences, etc. With this knowledge, it will provide a customized experience to provide the ultimate convenience specifically for you. Don't worry, such information will remain private. 

Improved touchscreen reactiveness and capabilities - The Sync 4 builds on the already great touchscreen experience of the Sync 3. Access climate control, radio or music volume, your phone, and other key needs from a single interface. 

Digitized user manual - Gone are the days of thumbing through pages of the owner's manual, as the SYNC® 4 infotainment system lets you search for topics to swiftly find the answer you need. 

App integration - Sync 4 users can expect smooth integration with popular driving apps like Apple Carplay and Android Auto. Additional popular apps you'll be able to directly access include a variety of music (Tidal, Pandora, etc.) and navigational tools like Waze. Check the weather, log into Webex meetings, and learn about neighborhood highlights using apps like CitySeeker, all using Sync 4.