NTG versions
Every NTG generation MBRetrofit Tools supports, from NTG3.5 to Gen20x, covering Mercedes cars from 2009 to 2025
MBRetrofit Tools supports every NTG generation from NTG3.5 (2009) through to Gen20x (2024+). Pick your generation below, or use the sidebar. Every page carries the map code form and the problems specific to that head unit. The NTG6 and NTG7 pages also carry the full in-car update steps.
Every NTG generation we support
| Generation | Models and years |
|---|---|
| NTG3.5 | W221 and W216 Facelift (2009+) |
| NTG4.5 | W204, 212, 207, 246, 176, 117, 172, 231, 246, 166, 156, 463 Pre-facelift (2011-2017) |
| NTG5*1 | W246, 176, 117, 172, 212, 218, 231, 246, 166, 292, 463 Facelift (2015+) |
| NTG5*2 | W222, 217, 205, 447, 470, 190, W/X253 pre-facelift (2014-2018) |
| NTG5.5 | W205, 257, 222, 217, X290, 463 (2018-2021), W213, 238 Pre-facelift (2017-2020) |
| NTG6 | MBUX Gen 1, various models including W/X253 facelift (2018+) |
| NTG7 | MBUX Gen 2, latest generation (2021+) |
| Gen20x | Latest MBUX generation with Zero Layer UI (2024+) |
Need a map license key?
When you update the navigation system from a USB you made yourself, the car asks for a map license key before it installs anything. Need help finding your VIN?
Follow our map update guide, or use the form below once you've created your USB.
How to find your NTG version
The fastest check is our Car Lookup. It reads your data card and reports the NTG version.
Mercedes Download Manager (DLM)
Download and run the official Mercedes-Benz Download Manager (DLM) to build the USB stick for a COMAND or MBUX navigation map update. Windows requirements, fixes for the common DLM errors, and a Mac or Linux workaround.
Gen20x Map Code
Map codes for Gen20x, the latest MBUX generation with Zero Layer UI (2024+)