Garmin DriveSmart™ 65 & Traffic
Welcome to smarter driving.
VOICE ASSISTANT
Need directions? Just say the word. Garmin DriveSmart responds to your spoken requests and then navigates to wherever you need to go.
WIRELESS UPDATES
Built-in Wi-Fi connectivity makes it easy to keep your maps and software up to date without using a computer. On-screen cues show when new updates are available.
LIVE TRAFFIC AND WEATHER
Avoid delays, and find timesaving detours with live traffic1 enabled with the Garmin Drive™ app. Also, view weather forecasts, current conditions, animated radar and storm alerts.
TRAFFIC CAMS AND PARKING
Pair this smart navigator with your phone, and download the Garmin Drive app to access real-time features1 such as live parking3 and photoLive traffic cameras (where available).
HANDS-FREE CALLING
Built-in BLUETOOTH® wireless technology lets you sync your compatible smartphone with Garmin DriveSmart to make calls without taking your hands off the wheel2.
SMART NOTIFICATIONS
When paired with the Garmin Drive app, you’ll be able to see text messages and other notifications1 from your phone displayed on the navigator's screen.
Just look ahead and drive.
GARMIN TRAFFIC
Outsmart traffic jams or slowdowns with alerts that suggest alternate routes. Garmin Traffic comes ready to use right out of the box with the included traffic cable.
TRIPADVISOR
View TripAdvisor traveler ratings for hotels, restaurants and attractions along your route or near your destination.
HISTORY DATABASE
Make traveling more enjoyable with pictures and descriptions of notable parks, monuments, museums and historic sites.
NATIONAL PARKS DIRECTORY
Discover and enjoy some of America’s most treasured natural resources. Easily navigate within the parks to visitor centers, picnic areas, campgrounds and more.
GARMIN REAL DIRECTIONS™
Easy-to-understand, spoken turn-by-turn directions guide like a friend, using street names, store names and recognizable landmarks.
DRIVER ALERTS
To encourage safer driving and increase situational awareness, driver alerts4 warn you of upcoming sharp curves, speed changes, railroad crossings and more.
FIND PLACES BY NAME
Preloaded Foursquare® data makes it easy to find new shops, restaurants and millions of other popular places.
CHECK UP AHEAD
A useful “Up Ahead” feature shows upcoming stops for food, fuel and other milestones — such as upcoming cities — along your route.
MAP COVERAGE
Drive confidently with the latest map updates and preloaded street maps for the U.S., Mexico, Canada, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands and Bahamas.
WANT MORE?
From personal navigation and dash cameras to backup cameras and Alexa-enabled technology, Garmin has you covered from all angles. Find the right device for your drive.
Product Specifications
Physical & Performance
| Physical dimensions | 6.8”W x 3.9”H x 0.7”D (17.3 x 9.9 x 1.9 cm) |
| Display size | 6.0"W x 3.5"H (15.2 x 8.9 cm); 6.95" diag (17.7 cm) |
| Water rating | No |
| Display resolution | 1024 x 600 pixels |
| Weight |
8.45 oz (239.6 g) |
| Display type | multi-touch, glass, WSVGA color TFT with white backlight |
| Battery type | rechargeable lithium-ion |
| Battery life | up to 1 hour |
Maps & Navigation
| Preloaded street maps | Yes |
Features
| Round trip routing | No |
| Sunrise/sunset times - RV | No |
| TripAdvisor® Traveler Ratings | Yes |
| Camera-assisted features for forward collision warnings, lane departure warnings, "Go" alert and Garmin Real Vision™ | No |
| Voice-activated navigation (operate device with spoken commands) | Yes |
| 3-D buildings and terrain | Yes |
| Track support | No |
| TOPO map support | No |
| Lane assist with junction view (displays junction signs) | Yes |
| VIRB® control | No |
| Wireless ANT+® technology | No |
| Simple truck profile | No |
| Control music and media from smartphone or MP3 player | No |
| State & country border notices - Trucking | No |
| 3D Terrain | No |
| Dual-orientation display | No |
| Magnetic Mount | No |
| Rider alert warnings for sharp curves, state helmet laws, speed cameras and more | No |
| Wi-Fi® map and software updates | Yes |
| Bluetooth® calling | Yes |
| HOS violation warnings | No |
| Planned & dynamic fuel stops | No |
| Glove-friendly touchscreen | No |
| Includes automotive mount | No |
| Trucking points of interest | No |
| Motorcycle or powersports specific points of interest for cycle repair services, dealers and more | No |
| Sunlight readable and weather resistant | No |
| Includes traffic | Yes |
| Elevation profile | No |
| Speed limit changes | No |
| Helmet law notifications | No |
| Removable battery | No |
| Garmin Real Directions™ landmark guidance | Yes |
| Mile marker info - Trucking | No |
| Access to live services via app (traffic, weather, etc.) | Yes |
| State border notices - RV | No |
| Internal storage | 16 GB |
| Data cards | microSD™ card (not included) |
| Driver alerts for sharp curves, school zones, red light and speed camera warnings and more | Yes |
| Service History Log | No |
| Includes map updates | Yes |
| LiveTrack via app | No |
| Truck & Trailer Services directory | No |
| Truck-specific speed limits | No |
| Millions of Foursquare® points of interest | Yes |
| Mile marker info - RV | No |
| Built-in dash camera with automatic incident detection | No |
| Smart notifications via app | Yes |
| RV Parks & Services directory | No |
| Custom map support | No |
| Route shaping through preferred cities/streets | Yes |
| Headphone jack/audio line-out | No |
| Sunrise/sunset times - Trucking | No |
| IFTA fuel logging capability | No |
| Backup camera compatible | yes (BC™ 30 or BC™ 40) |
| Built-in Spotify® & Pandora® music players | No |
| Garmin Adventurous Routing™ | No |
| Speed limit indicator (displays speed limit for most major roads in the U.S. and Europe) | Yes |
In The Box
- Garmin DriveSmart 65
- Vehicle suction cup mount
- Traffic receiver/vehicle power cable
- USB cable
- Documentation
Accessories
Compatible accessories for this item are:
High-speed Multi-charger
Deluxe Portable Friction Mount
BC™ 30 Wireless Backup Camera, North America
Suction Cup Mount
Suction Cup Mount
FMI 65 Data and HD Traffic Cable, North America
GTM™ 36, North America
8 GB microSD™ Class 4 Card with SD Adapter
GTM™ 60 HD Digital Traffic Receiver
4 GB microSD™ Class 4 Card with SD™ Adapter
Universal Bracket Mount
Portable Friction Mount
USB Cable
Portable friction mount (new design)
Vehicle Power Cable
AC Adapter Cable, Europe
Universal Carrying Case (up to 7-inch)
AC Adapter Cable, U.S.
FMI 45 Data and Traffic Cable, North America
16 GB microSD™ Class 10 Card with SD Adapter
BC™ 40 Wireless Backup Camera with License Plate Mount
FMI 15 Data Cable
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