VW Transporter T5.1 Pioneer SPH-EVO98DAB 9" Stereo Upgrade Kit for RCD210 without Steering Controls

Upgrade your Volkswagen Transporter T5.1’s audio system with this complete stereo fitting kit, designed to replace the factory-fitted RCD210 with the advanced Pioneer SPH-EVO98DAB-1D 9-inch floating touchscreen head unit. Enjoy wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, DAB+ radio, Bluetooth, and USB connectivity, all in a stylish and user-friendly design.

The kit includes all required components for a seamless install: a fascia kit with a storage pocket, DAB windscreen antenna, Fakra to DIN aerial adapter with phantom power, and a CANbus ISO adapter for ignition power. The new stereo delivers an upgraded in-car experience with high-quality sound and modern smartphone integration.

This non-steering wheel control version includes a quadlock-to-ISO adapter with a built-in CANbus interface. This provides a key-present ignition feed, allowing the new radio to turn on and off in sync with the vehicle’s ignition status—no need for manual power wiring. Ideal for straightforward installation without steering control retention.

This head unit fitting kit includes the following:

Fakra to DIN antenna adapter cable (12v phantom) with bullet connection (21-123K)

Fakra to DIN antenna adapter cable with 12v phantom power from a male bullet connection. This antenna adapter cable adapts from the original Fakra connector in the vehicle to a standard aftermarket radio DIN antenna connection for the fitting of a stereo upgrade.

VW group quadlock to ISO radio adapter harness, with CANbus ignition (20-156-IGN)

ISO adapter harness for Volkswagen group vehicles with quadlock connectors at the back of the radio.

This adapter harness is designed to adapt from the original quadlock style connector in the dashboard to a standard aftermarket ISO connector to allow the fitting of a new radio.

This lead has a built in CANbus interface which provides a key present ignition power supply. A key present ignition supply will generate an ignition feed to turn the head unit on with the first position of the key, the interface will continue to give an ignition feed to the radio when the key is turned back to the off position, the ignition feed stops only when the key is then removed from the ignition barrel.

Fascia adapter panel (50-172)

Car radio fascia adaptor panel to allow the fitting of an aftermarket Single or double din Car radio upgrade.

The fascia adaptor allows the fitting of an aftermarket radio into the dashboard by matching the shape, style and colour of the original radio.

Interior Car Windscreen Glass Mount DAB Radio Active Antenna Aerial (70-923)

Interior windscreen glass mount DAB radio antenna aerial suitable for aftermarket DAB car radios.

Consists of a 3m cable terminated with female SMB right angle connector and a 'sticky-back' peel to easily stick to the vehicles windscreen.

Pioneer SPH-EVO98DAB-1D 9 inch car stereo head unit with wireless Apple Carplay, Android Auto, DAB+

The Pioneer SPH-EVO98DAB-1D brings modern connectivity and premium design to virtually any vehicle, even those without traditional stereo slots. Featuring a 9″ floating capacitive touchscreen, this modular multimedia receiver is designed for vehicles with a 1-DIN installation slot, but its clever tablet-style installation also suits motorhomes, vans, and vehicles with limited dash space.

The SPH-EVO98DAB-1D is equipped with wireless Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, Bluetooth®, DAB+ digital radio, and WebLink® Cast for smartphone mirroring. It also supports dual camera inputs, enabling both front and rear camera connectivity. With advanced audio tuning, including a 13-band EQ, 48-bit DSP, and 3x high-voltage pre-outs, the unit delivers superb sound customisation.

What makes this model truly unique is Pioneer’s new Split Screen Mode, which lets you dynamically resize the Apple CarPlay interface to simultaneously display navigation and music, for example. In addition, Selectable Viewing Modes allow users to toggle between Light and Dark Modes for better screen visibility and personal preference.

Whether you're upgrading a modern vehicle or retrofitting a classic, the SPH-EVO98DAB-1D offers the flexibility, functionality, and clean floating-screen design to deliver a factory-finish look with the latest infotainment features.

A Single DIN radio cage is included with this head unit

Key Features

• Navigation: Via Android Auto™, Via Apple CarPlay®

• Screen Size: 9.0 inch

• LCD Screen Type: Capacitive Touchscreen

• Apple CarPlay®: Wireless / Wired Connection

• Android Auto™: Wireless / Wired Connection

• Wi-Fi®: WebLink® Mirroring supported

• Pioneer Split Screen Mode: Supported for Apple CarPlay®

• Pioneer PxLink Companion App: Supported

• DAB+ Digital Radio: Yes

• DAB Antenna: Optional (CA-AN-DAB.001 – sold separately)

• Bluetooth®: Hands-free and streaming support

• Customisable Key & Display Illumination: Yes

• Multi-Colour Illumination: Yes

  
  

Audio Features

• Graphic Equaliser: 13-Band

• Advanced Sound Retriever: Yes

• Listening Position Selector: Yes

• High Pass Filter: Yes

• Low Pass Filter: Yes

• FLAC Audio Playback: Supported via USB

• Subwoofer Control: Yes

  
  

Tuner Features

• DAB+ Digital Radio: Yes

• Digital Radio Tick Mark Approved: Yes

• RDS FM Radio: Yes

Connections

• Camera Inputs: 2 (Front & Rear)

• RCA AV Inputs: None

• RCA Pre-Outs: 3 (Front, Rear, Subwoofer – 4V)

• Aux-In: 1 × Rear AV Aux-In

  
  

Accessories Included

• External Bluetooth Microphone

• GPS Antenna

• USB Extension Cable

  
  

For more details and specification see the Pioneer website

Compatibility

This fitting kit is compatible with Volkswagen vehicles fitting with OEM factory fitted RCD210 head units. These units were fitted in various VW car models and only have a single Fakra connection on the back. Please see pictures below.

Useful tools (Sold Separately)

• Trim Panel Tool Set - A must have for any installer who has to remove plastic trim, to avoid damage to the delicate finishes on both interior and exterior trim. These trim tools are made from a nylon with a non-damaging finish to avoid cosmetic blemishes to the interior or exterior of your vehicle from removing panels and trim.

• Digital Multimeter - A small, low cost multimeter, a useful tool for testing and finding issues with car electrics and audio systems, and an essential tool for novices as well as car audio professionals.

• Led Headlamp Torch - Gives great visibility when working on a vehicle in the workshop, great for locating those dark hard-to-see locations during an installation.

• Disposable Gloves - Offer great protection for your hands during installations. Also trusted across various sectors, including automotive, agriculture, healthcare, food and catering, manufacturing, and more.