Skip advert
Advertisement

Navigon 70 Plus Live

We review top-end sat-nav which offers a lot for very little

Navigon 70 Plus Live

Price: £199.99
Contact: www.navigon.com

German sat-nav giant Navigon, which is celebrating its 20th birthday this year, was recently bought out by rival Garmin. One of the last devices made under independent ownership is the 70 Plus Live, which we put to the test.

There’s an impressive array of features on offer for its £200 price. Up-to-date traffic notifications, a function that tells you which lane to be in, and European mapping are all included.

While rival systems are slightly easier to use, the 70’s menus are logical. The maps are simple to understand, and the unit accurately guided us to our destination.

It warns of live safety cameras, and text-to-speech is included as standard to read aloud street names. In addition, there’s a sightseeing function and MyRoutes technology, which gives you three route choices before setting off. You can even import Point of Interest info from another device, too.

We’re not too keen on the windscreen mount, though. It looks good, but you have to stick it to the glass before securing the sat-nav unit. It also doesn’t offer as much adjustment as rivals.

Verdict

Rating: ★★★★
What is it?
Top end widescreen sat-nav for a great price
Problems?
Rival systems have easier to use menus, not much adjustment from mount.
Why buy?
Live traffic notifications for less than £200, accurate, packed with features.

Skip advert
Advertisement

New & used car deals

Renault Clio

Renault Clio

RRP £16,160Avg. savings £2,921 off RRP*Used from £8,875
Vauxhall Corsa

Vauxhall Corsa

RRP £19,200Avg. savings £4,685 off RRP*Used from £14,499
Dacia Spring

Dacia Spring

RRP £14,995Avg. savings £3,135 off RRP*
Toyota Yaris Cross

Toyota Yaris Cross

RRP £26,495Avg. savings £1,672 off RRP*Used from £15,800
* Average savings are calculated daily based on the best dealer prices on Auto Express vs manufacturer RRP
Skip advert
Advertisement

Most Popular

Range Rover Sport SV gets massive £35k price drop as it enters series-production
Range Rover Sport SV Black - front

Range Rover Sport SV gets massive £35k price drop as it enters series-production

There’s also a new SV Black trim, and a Range Rover Sport Stealth Package for non SVs
News
1 Jul 2025
Car Deal of the Day: MG ZS gives a big SUV feel for a miniscule £194 a month
MG ZS - front cornering

Car Deal of the Day: MG ZS gives a big SUV feel for a miniscule £194 a month

The MG ZS is an easy car to like and live with. It’s our Deal of the Day for 3 July
News
3 Jul 2025
Arrivederci Roma: new Ferrari Amalfi slots in as brand’s latest entry-level model
Ferrari Amalfi - front static

Arrivederci Roma: new Ferrari Amalfi slots in as brand’s latest entry-level model

A slick new look and more power are the headlines for Ferrari’s new baby, but it’s probably some simple new buttons that will get customers’ attention
News
1 Jul 2025