Mercedes-Benz Digital Extras
Mercedes-Benz Digital Extras: Get More From Your Mercedes-Benz
Connected Technology for Mercedes-Benz Drivers in Westchester County
Today’s Mercedes-Benz is designed to be more than a vehicle you drive. It can be a connected extension of your digital life.
Through Mercedes-Benz Digital Extras, the Mercedes-Benz app and the vehicle’s MBUX infotainment system, drivers can access a growing range of connected features and services—from remote vehicle functions and live traffic information to charging information, navigation, entertainment and available vehicle upgrades.
For drivers in White Plains and throughout Westchester County, these technologies can make everyday Mercedes-Benz ownership more convenient.
Whether you’re commuting to Manhattan, heading to the office in Purchase or Harrison, shopping in White Plains or preparing for a winter morning, Digital Extras can put useful vehicle information and functions at your fingertips.
At Mercedes-Benz of White Plains, our team can help you understand which Digital Extras are available for your Mercedes-Benz and show you how to get the most from them.
What Are Mercedes-Benz Digital Extras?
Mercedes-Benz Digital Extras are connected services and digital features designed to enhance the ownership and driving experience.
Depending on your Mercedes-Benz model, model year and equipment, Digital Extras can provide access to features such as:
- Remote vehicle functions
- Vehicle status information
- Remote climate control
- Navigation and live traffic
- EV charging information
- Digital Vehicle Key
- Entertainment
- Vehicle protection services
- Driver-assistance upgrades
- Performance features
- Over-the-air software updates
The exact features available vary by vehicle. Mercedes-Benz maintains a vehicle-specific Digital Extras Store where owners can see the services and upgrades available for their particular vehicle.
The Mercedes-Benz App
The Mercedes-Benz app is one of the easiest ways to interact with your vehicle when you’re away from it.
For compatible vehicles, the app can allow you to:
- Check vehicle status
- Remotely lock or unlock the vehicle
- Start the engine
- Locate your Mercedes-Benz
- Check fuel or battery status
- Monitor charging
- Review mileage and other vehicle information
- Receive service reminders
- Access available Digital Extras
Mercedes-Benz says the app is designed for model-year 2019 and newer vehicles, with certain 2018 GLE and C-Class vehicles also equipped with compatible technology.
A Useful Feature for Westchester Winters
One of the most convenient features for local drivers can be remote climate control.
On compatible vehicles, the Mercedes-Benz app allows you to prepare the cabin before you leave.
On a cold January morning in Westchester, you can start warming the vehicle before walking outside.
During a summer heat wave, you can cool the cabin before getting behind the wheel.
The app can also allow compatible vehicles to establish a departure time and prepare the cabin accordingly.
Check Your Mercedes-Benz From Anywhere
Have you ever walked away from your car and wondered:
“Did I lock it?”
With compatible Digital Extras, you don’t necessarily have to walk back to the vehicle.
The Mercedes-Benz app can allow you to remotely lock or unlock your vehicle.
You can also use the app to locate your vehicle—particularly useful when you’ve parked in a large garage, shopping center or airport parking lot.
Vehicle Status at Your Fingertips
The Mercedes-Benz app can provide up-to-date information about your vehicle.
Depending on the model, you may be able to see:
- Fuel level
- Battery charge
- Estimated range
- Mileage
- Tire pressure
- Vehicle location
- Charging information
- Other vehicle status information
Instead of getting into your Mercedes-Benz just to check a vehicle detail, you can access applicable information directly through the app.
Digital Extras for Mercedes-Benz EV Drivers
Digital connectivity becomes particularly useful for owners of an electric Mercedes-Benz.
Depending on the vehicle, Digital Extras can provide access to:
- Battery status
- Charging status
- Charging completion time
- Charging notifications
- Public charging information
- Charging history
- Route planning
- Navigation with charging considerations
- Remote climate control
Mercedes-Benz also offers Navigation with Electric Intelligence on compatible EVs. This technology can take factors such as charging requirements, weather and topography into account when calculating an electric vehicle route.
For Westchester drivers who regularly travel beyond the county, this can make planning an EV road trip considerably easier.
Mercedes-Benz Navigation and Live Traffic
Digital Extras can also enhance the navigation experience.
Compatible Mercedes-Benz vehicles can provide:
- Live traffic information
- Connected route guidance
- Online map updates
- Navigation-related services
- Information about traffic incidents and other road conditions
For drivers navigating the constantly changing traffic around I-287, the Hutchinson River Parkway, I-95, the Sprain Brook Parkway and the Bronx River Parkway, current traffic information can be particularly useful.
Mercedes-Benz describes its connected navigation services as providing real-time traffic information and route guidance.
Digital Vehicle Key
Another example of Mercedes-Benz’s move toward a more connected ownership experience is Digital Vehicle Key.
On compatible vehicles and smartphones, Digital Vehicle Key can allow a compatible iPhone or Apple Watch to lock, unlock and even drive the vehicle.
Availability depends on the specific vehicle, model year, equipment and compatible device.
Mercedes-Benz Digital Extras and the Mercedes-Benz Store
The Mercedes-Benz Store is an important part of the Digital Extras experience.
Depending on your vehicle, you may be able to purchase or activate additional digital features after taking delivery.
Mercedes-Benz describes its newer vehicles as increasingly customizable through the Mercedes-Benz Store and Mercedes-Benz app, with the portfolio of available services continuing to expand.
This is an important difference between today’s Mercedes-Benz vehicles and previous generations.
Your vehicle’s digital capabilities aren’t necessarily limited to the features it had on the day you drove it home.
Over-the-Air Software Updates
Many newer Mercedes-Benz vehicles can receive software updates over the air.
That means certain software improvements and new functionality can be delivered without requiring every update to be performed during a dealership visit.
Mercedes-Benz describes its newer MB.OS-based vehicles as being connected to the Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Cloud, allowing supported vehicle software to be updated over the air.
This is helping Mercedes-Benz move toward vehicles that can evolve throughout their ownership.
MB.OS: The Next Generation of Mercedes-Benz Technology
One of the biggest developments in Mercedes-Benz technology is MB.OS—the Mercedes-Benz Operating System.
MB.OS is designed to integrate vehicle functions, infotainment, connected services and other digital technologies into a more unified system.
Mercedes-Benz describes MB.OS as the technological foundation for newer systems including MBUX, connected services and advanced driver-assistance technologies.
For drivers, the important takeaway is that the Mercedes-Benz experience is becoming increasingly software-driven.
MBUX and the Digital Experience
Digital Extras work alongside MBUX, Mercedes-Benz’s multimedia and infotainment system.
Depending on the vehicle, MBUX can provide access to:
- Navigation
- Voice control
- Entertainment
- Smartphone integration
- Connected services
- Vehicle settings
- Digital vehicle information
- Online services
The newest generation of MBUX is becoming even more conversational, with Mercedes-Benz incorporating AI-powered capabilities into the MBUX Virtual Assistant on applicable vehicles.
Entertainment Digital Extras
Your Mercedes-Benz can also become a connected entertainment environment.
Depending on the vehicle, available services can include:
- Online music
- SiriusXM
- Streaming and entertainment applications
- Other connected audio services
The specific applications available depend on the Mercedes-Benz model, model year and infotainment system.
Mercedes-Benz says its newer MB.OS platform supports an expanding portfolio of apps and digital services, including audio, video and gaming applications.
Digital Extras for AMG® Drivers
Digital Extras aren’t just about convenience.
Certain Mercedes-AMG® models can offer performance-oriented digital technology such as AMG® TRACK PACE.
Depending on the vehicle, AMG® TRACK PACE can provide performance data including:
- Lap times
- Acceleration
- Braking
- Driving information
- Track-related performance data
For AMG® enthusiasts, this can add a digital layer to the performance experience.
Driver Assistance as a Digital Extra
Mercedes-Benz is also expanding the ability to provide certain technology through Digital Extras.
For example, newer Mercedes-Benz models can offer additional driver-assistance functionality as optional Digital Extras.
Mercedes-Benz has announced Digital Extras associated with newer systems such as MB.DRIVE ASSIST PRO, which expands available assisted-driving capabilities on compatible vehicles.
The exact features and availability vary significantly by model and equipment.
GUARD 360° Vehicle Protection
Certain Mercedes-Benz models also offer connected security features through GUARD 360° Vehicle Protection.
Depending on the vehicle and package, these services can provide additional vehicle monitoring and security-related capabilities.
GUARD 360° is one example of how Digital Extras can extend beyond infotainment and convenience into vehicle ownership and protection.
Digital Extras Can Vary by Mercedes-Benz Model
One of the most important things to understand about Digital Extras is that there isn’t one standard package for every Mercedes-Benz.
A new GLC may have different Digital Extras from an E-Class.
An electric CLA may have different services from a GLE.
An AMG® model may offer performance-oriented Digital Extras that aren’t available on other vehicles.
And the features available on a 2026 model may differ from those offered on a previous model year.
Mercedes-Benz provides vehicle-specific information through the Mercedes-Benz app and Store.
Activating Your Digital Extras
After taking delivery of a new Mercedes-Benz, one of the first things you should do is connect your vehicle to your Mercedes-Benz account.
The basic process generally involves:
- Downloading the Mercedes-Benz app.
- Creating or signing into your Mercedes-Benz account.
- Adding your vehicle.
- Linking the vehicle to your account.
- Activating available Digital Extras.
- Completing any required identity verification.
- Setting up the required security credentials.
Mercedes-Benz notes that certain Digital Extras require identity verification before all functions become available.
Our team at Mercedes-Benz of White Plains can help you get started.
Don’t Wait to Activate Your Digital Extras
This is an important step for new Mercedes-Benz owners.
Mercedes-Benz states that Digital Extras must be activated within the applicable activation period after initial registration or purchase to avoid expiration. The current Mercedes-Benz app information specifically advises owners to activate their services promptly.
If you’ve recently purchased or leased a Mercedes-Benz, we recommend setting up the app and activating your available services as soon as possible.
What Happened to Mercedes-Benzmbrace®?
Some longtime Mercedes-Benz owners may remember mbrace, the previous generation of Mercedes-Benz connected vehicle services.
Mercedes-Benz USA discontinuedmbrace® connected vehicle services effective January 1, 2026.
Current connected services for compatible vehicles are provided through the Mercedes-Benz app and Digital Extras.
This is particularly important for owners of older Mercedes-Benz vehicles who may still think of their connected services as “mbrace.”
Digital Extras at Mercedes-Benz of White Plains
If you purchased or leased your Mercedes-Benz at Mercedes-Benz of White Plains, our team can help you understand and activate the technology that comes with your vehicle.
We can help with questions about:
- Mercedes-Benz Digital Extras
- The Mercedes-Benz app
- Remote Start
- Remote Lock and Unlock
- Vehicle Status
- Navigation
- Live Traffic
- EV charging
- Digital Vehicle Key
- MBUX
- MB.OS
- Available Digital Extras
- Over-the-air updates
- AMG® digital performance features
Mercedes-Benz of White Plains is located at 50 Bank Street in White Plains, making it convenient for Mercedes-Benz owners throughout Westchester County.
Our service and sales teams can help you get familiar with the digital technology in your vehicle so you can take full advantage of your Mercedes-Benz.
Get More From Your Mercedes-Benz
The technology in a modern Mercedes-Benz doesn’t stop when you leave the dealership.
Through Digital Extras, the Mercedes-Benz app, MBUX and MB.OS, your vehicle can remain connected to you long after you drive home.
From warming your vehicle on a cold Westchester morning to checking your EV’s charge from your phone, finding your car in a parking garage, planning a route around traffic or adding available digital capabilities, these services can make Mercedes-Benz ownership more convenient and personalized.
If you’re driving a newer Mercedes-Benz in White Plains or throughout Westchester County, ask the team at Mercedes-Benz of White Plains about the Digital Extras available for your vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mercedes-Benz Digital Extras
What are Mercedes-Benz Digital Extras?
Digital Extras are connected services and digital features available for compatible Mercedes-Benz vehicles. They can include remote vehicle functions, navigation, entertainment, charging services, vehicle protection and other digital capabilities.
What is the Mercedes-Benz app?
The Mercedes-Benz app allows owners of compatible vehicles to access vehicle information and connected services from a smartphone. Features can include remote start, locking and unlocking, vehicle location, vehicle status and charging information.
Can I start my Mercedes-Benz from my phone?
Remote Engine Start is available through the Mercedes-Benz app on compatible vehicles. Availability depends on the model, model year and equipment.
Can I lock my Mercedes-Benz using my phone?
Compatible vehicles can be remotely locked or unlocked through the Mercedes-Benz app.
Can I check my Mercedes-Benz battery or fuel level from my phone?
Yes, compatible vehicles can provide fuel, battery, charging and other vehicle-status information through the Mercedes-Benz app.
What is MB.OS?
MB.OS is Mercedes-Benz’s vehicle operating system designed to integrate vehicle functions, infotainment and connected digital services.
What happened tombrace®?
Mercedes-Benzmbrace® connected vehicle services were terminated January 1, 2026. Current connected services are provided through the Mercedes-Benz app and Digital Extras on compatible vehicles.
Do all Mercedes-Benz vehicles have the same Digital Extras?
No. Digital Extras vary by model, model year, equipment and technology. The Mercedes-Benz app and Mercedes-Benz Store provide vehicle-specific information.
Can Digital Extras be added after I purchase my Mercedes-Benz?
Certain Digital Extras and digital upgrades can be purchased or activated after delivery, depending on the vehicle and available technology.
Can Mercedes-Benz Digital Extras be updated over the air?
Compatible vehicles can receive certain software and Digital Extras updates over the air. The specific updates available depend on the vehicle.
Where can I get help setting up Mercedes-Benz Digital Extras in Westchester County?
Mercedes-Benz of White Plains can assist customers with understanding and activating available Digital Extras and connected services for compatible Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
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