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If you have checked out new cars in the market in the past few years, you have probably seen “Wi-Fi connectivity” as a technology feature. It may sound a little confusing, considering wireless Internet makes sense for your house but not a moving vehicle, right? There’s some truth to that. However, the Wi-Fi feature made for cars is used for different purposes. Also, as fancy as it may sound, even the cheapest Toyota sedan has Wi-Fi connectivity.

Which Toyota sedan comes standard with a Wi-Fi connection?

Rear angle view of red 2023 Toyota Corolla compact car
2023 Toyota Corolla | Toyota

If you’re in the market for a compact sedan and need the flexibility that a Wi-Fi connection brings, the 2023 Toyota Corolla has you covered. In past years, the availability of Wi-Fi was solely reserved for luxury cars and high-end trim levels, but now, even the base model Corolla LE has it as standard equipment. Other Toyota models that come with Wi-Fi include the Camry, Prius, and RAV4.

The Wi-Fi feature is available through the Wi-Fi connect package via AT&T. Toyota charges uses $25 per month for it. However, drivers can opt for other streaming services like Apple Music, Amazon Music, and up-to-date navigation upgrades for $15 per month.

Is Wi-Fi really necessary in a car?

The front row seats of a 2020 Volkswagen Golf.
Volkswagen Golf interior | VW Media

Wi-Fi in your car is unnecessary, but it works well for business purposes. If you’re the type that needs to handle e-mail on the road or connect to the occasional Zoom meeting while en route to a job site, having a Wi-Fi connection could be a lifesaver. However, if you only need it for familial and road trip purposes, like using a tablet or phone, having Wi-Fi is unnecessary.

How much does Wi-Fi cost in a car?

A man uses his laptop in a car with a Wi-Fi signal.
A man uses his laptop in a car with a Wi-Fi signal. | Dhiraj Singh/Bloomberg

Various automakers will have different prices and packages for Wi-Fi connectivity in their cars. Generally speaking, many of these packages are offered on a monthly subscription basis to the tune of $10 to $50 a month.

What other cars offer Wi-Fi connectivity?

There are many other cars in the market that offer Wi-Fi connectivity. According to Car and Driver, here are some of the most popular makes and models:

  • Chevrolet Cruze/Trax/Malibu
  • Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  • Ford Escape
  • Volkswagen Atlas
  • Honda Passport

Although Wi-Fi connectivity used to be a luxury feature in the past, many automakers are equipping some of their most basic models with it now. The next you shop for a new car, don’t be surprised if you see Wi-Fi on the feature list. It could be good to have. After all, you never know if you may need it someday.

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Joe Santos has been an automotive journalist since 2013 and joined MotorBiscuit in 2020. He writes strongly on consumer advice and new cars, and we consider him an asset to readers looking for guidance in buying and selling autos.

Joe earned a Bachelor’s in Journalism from California State University, Fullerton, and spent years as a Road Test Editor at Kelley Blue Book, after which he served in various automotive-related roles, including an autonomous vehicle trainer for GM, a vehicle sales manager, and an Audi brand specialist.

Joe’s prized possession is a 2008 Honda S2000 in Laguna Blue Pearl, with which he attends local car meets. Joe is also a content creator for LTD Global, a B2B support firm.