How Does Hyundai Bluelink+ Work?
Imagine being able to check whether your Hyundai is locked without walking back to the parking lot, start the climate control before leaving the house, or check your EV’s charging status from your phone.
That’s the idea behind Hyundai Bluelink+.
Bluelink+ connects eligible Hyundai vehicles with the MyHyundai with Bluelink app, giving drivers remote access to select vehicle controls, status information, navigation tools, diagnostics, and other connected features.
Here’s what you should know about using Bluelink+ with your Hyundai.
What Does Hyundai Bluelink+ Do?
Bluelink+ allows your Hyundai to communicate with connected services so you can access supported features even when you’re away from your vehicle.
Depending on your model and trim, you may be able to use Bluelink+ for:
Remote Start: Start an eligible Hyundai through the MyHyundai app.
Remote Climate Control: Warm or cool the cabin before you get in.
Remote Lock and Unlock: Check and control your door locks remotely.
Vehicle Status: View information about your Hyundai from your phone.
Remote Car Finder: Locate your parked vehicle.
Vehicle Diagnostics: Check certain vehicle systems and receive alerts.
Destination Search: Find a destination and send it to your Hyundai’s compatible navigation system.
EV Charge Management: Check and manage charging on eligible Hyundai electric vehicles.
Specific Bluelink+ features vary by vehicle and trim.
Can You Start a Hyundai From Your Phone?
Yes, many Bluelink+-equipped Hyundai vehicles allow you to remote start your vehicle through the MyHyundai with Bluelink app.
On compatible models with the necessary climate control equipment, you can also remotely adjust the cabin climate.
That means you can prepare the cabin before getting into your Hyundai, whether you’re dealing with a cold morning or a hot afternoon.
Can Bluelink Tell Me If My Hyundai Is Locked?
Bluelink can provide remote vehicle status information for eligible vehicles.
Through the MyHyundai app, you may be able to check information such as:
- Whether the doors are locked
- Hood and trunk status
- Cabin climate status
- Fuel or battery level
- Estimated driving range
If you discover that your vehicle isn’t locked, you can use the supported remote command to lock the doors.
Can Hyundai Bluelink Find My Parked Car?
Yes. Remote Car Finder is designed to help you locate your Hyundai.
This can be helpful in a large parking garage, airport lot, shopping center, or anywhere else where remembering your exact parking location can be difficult.
Location services require the necessary GPS and cellular connectivity.
What Does Bluelink+ Do for Hyundai EVs?
Hyundai electric vehicle owners can access additional connected features designed around EV ownership.
Depending on the Hyundai EV, Bluelink+ can let you:
- Check the battery’s current status
- View estimated driving range
- Start charging remotely
- Stop charging remotely
- Schedule charging
- Schedule climate settings
For example, you can schedule charging around the times that work best for your routine rather than manually starting a charging session every time you plug in.
Does Bluelink+ Include Vehicle Diagnostics?
Bluelink provides connected diagnostic capabilities for eligible Hyundai vehicles.
Drivers can perform an on-demand diagnostic check from the vehicle. If an issue is identified, connected services can help provide information and support the process of scheduling service with a preferred Hyundai dealer.
Bluelink can also provide vehicle health information and certain alerts.
Is Hyundai Bluelink+ Free or a Subscription?
For original purchasers and lessees of eligible new Bluelink-equipped Hyundai vehicles, Bluelink+ is included without an additional monthly fee.
Bluelink+ is available beginning with the 2023 Hyundai IONIQ 6 and new Bluelink-equipped Hyundai models starting with the 2024 model year.
Availability isn’t universal across every model and trim.
Older Hyundai vehicles may instead use the traditional Bluelink subscription service, which can have different pricing and subscription requirements.
Bluelink vs. Bluelink+: What’s the Difference?
The services provide many of the same connected vehicle capabilities. The key difference is how the programs apply to different Hyundai model years and how owners pay for them.
Bluelink is available on many older Hyundai vehicles and may require a paid subscription after an applicable complimentary period.
Bluelink+ is available for the 2023 IONIQ 6 and new Bluelink-equipped Hyundai vehicles beginning with the 2024 model year. Eligible original purchasers and lessees receive Bluelink+ without an additional monthly fee.
How Do I Activate Hyundai Bluelink+?
To begin using Bluelink+, you’ll need to enroll your eligible Hyundai.
The general process includes:
- Create or sign in to your MyHyundai account.
- Register your vehicle using its VIN.
- Complete Bluelink enrollment.
- Download the MyHyundai with Bluelink app on a compatible smartphone.
- Sign in to your account.
- Follow the prompts to finish setting up your vehicle.
Once activated, the app displays the connected features supported by your Hyundai.
What Is the MyHyundai With Bluelink App?
The MyHyundai with Bluelink app serves as the primary mobile interface for many Bluelink features.
Depending on the vehicle, the app can display information such as vehicle status, fuel or battery level, and estimated range while providing access to supported remote commands.
Remote commands can include:
- Start
- Stop
- Lock
- Unlock
- Locate Vehicle
- Start Charging on applicable EVs
Does Bluelink+ Work With a Smartwatch?
Bluelink supports compatible smartwatch devices, allowing owners to access certain connected functions without opening the smartphone app.
Device and feature compatibility can vary, so owners should verify current compatibility for their specific device and Hyundai.
Is Hyundai Digital Key the Same as Bluelink?
No. Hyundai Digital Key and Bluelink+ are related connected technologies, but they aren’t the same feature.
Bluelink+ provides remote connected services through your MyHyundai account.
Available Hyundai Digital Key allows a compatible smartphone or smartwatch to function more like a vehicle key, with capabilities such as locking, unlocking, and starting properly equipped Hyundai vehicles.
Digital Key availability varies by Hyundai model, trim, and compatible device.
Hyundai Bluelink FAQs
Is Hyundai Bluelink+ free?
Bluelink+ is available without an additional monthly fee to original purchasers and lessees of eligible new Bluelink-equipped Hyundai vehicles.
What year did Hyundai Bluelink+ start?
Bluelink+ launched with the 2023 Hyundai IONIQ 6 and expanded to new Bluelink-equipped Hyundai models beginning with the 2024 model year.
Do all new Hyundai vehicles have Bluelink+?
No. Bluelink+ availability varies by model and trim, so shoppers should verify that a specific vehicle is Bluelink-equipped.
Can I use Hyundai Bluelink from anywhere?
Bluelink remote services use cellular and GPS connectivity. The vehicle and connected services need the appropriate network coverage for supported remote functions to work.
Can I remotely unlock my Hyundai?
Eligible Bluelink-equipped vehicles allow owners to remotely lock or unlock the doors through the MyHyundai with Bluelink app.
Can Bluelink check my Hyundai’s battery?
For compatible Hyundai EVs, Bluelink+ provides battery and charging information and can support remote charging controls.
Can I add Bluelink+ to an older Hyundai?
No. Hyundai states that existing traditional Bluelink subscribers can’t upgrade an older vehicle to Bluelink+. Eligible older Bluelink-equipped vehicles can continue to use the traditional Bluelink service.
Explore Hyundai Bluelink+ Technology
From remotely starting your vehicle to checking whether the doors are locked, locating your Hyundai, or managing an EV charging schedule, Hyundai Bluelink+ is designed to make everyday vehicle ownership more connected.
When you’re comparing new Hyundai models, our team can help you determine which vehicles include Bluelink+, demonstrate available connected features, and show you how the MyHyundai with Bluelink app works.