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product_id: 48119933
title: "TomTom Car Sat Nav Go 520 (5 inch, Updates via Wifi, Traffic via Smartphone, World Maps, Capacitive Screen )"
brand: "tomtom"
price: "$334.36"
currency: USD
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/48119933-tomtom-car-sat-nav-go-520-5-inch-updates-via
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
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# Wi-Fi updates for effortless map refresh Real-time traffic via smartphone for smart reroutes Lifetime world maps keep you globally ready TomTom Car Sat Nav Go 520 (5 inch, Updates via Wifi, Traffic via Smartphone, World Maps, Capacitive Screen )

**Brand:** tomtom
**Price:** $334.36
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

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## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** TomTom Car Sat Nav Go 520 (5 inch, Updates via Wifi, Traffic via Smartphone, World Maps, Capacitive Screen ) by tomtom
- **How much does it cost?** $334.36 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/48119933-tomtom-car-sat-nav-go-520-5-inch-updates-via)

## Best For

- tomtom enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted tomtom brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Seamless Wi-Fi Updates:** Update maps and software effortlessly without a computer—just connect and go.
- • **Smart Traffic Intelligence:** Avoid jams with live traffic info streamed via your smartphone for the fastest routes.
- • **Siri & Google Now Integration:** Access your personal assistant without touching your phone—drive smarter, not harder.
- • **Hands-Free Calling & Messaging:** Stay connected safely with voice commands and hands-free calls while on the move.
- • **Stay Ahead with Lifetime World Maps:** Never get lost again—seasonal free updates keep your routes fresh and flawless.

## Overview

The TomTom GO 520 is a sleek 5-inch capacitive touchscreen car sat nav offering lifetime world maps and traffic updates via Wi-Fi and smartphone connectivity. It features hands-free calling, smartphone messaging, and seamless integration with Siri and Google Now, ensuring you stay connected and informed on every journey. With 16GB storage and Bluetooth support, it’s designed for the modern driver who demands up-to-date navigation and smart connectivity without hassle.

## Description

TomTom 5 Inch Car Sat Nav GO 520 with updates via WiFi, Smartphone Messages and Handsfree Calling, Lifetime Traffic and World Maps, Traffic via Smartphone

Review: Brilliant, state of the art satnav. - So pleased with this purchase ( Go 520 wifi). The key thing is the wifi, as there are a lot of cheap Go 520s which are old and don't have the ability to update via wifi. I've really enjoyed using this, and it updates via my phone as I drive so that I can be rerouted if a traffic problem occurs. I've owned about 4 Tomtom's now and they've all been good. It is important to realise that Tomtom's idea of a lifetime is only about 5 years, so it was worth buying the new model rather than buying the older and cheaper 510. The device with its stand is quite heavy, and doesn't work with the rubber pad/disc mount that I have used with my previous Tomtom. However the screen mount is very secure. I would recommend this device despite the price, it just makes driving so much easier. Update 15/11/16 I had to return my first device as it stopped being able to find my wifi, and also was not getting traffic updates, which was a major reason for my purchase. desertcart were brilliant and sent a replacement the next day. The new unit appears to be working perfectly and has updated via wifi several times. The device shows whether it is connected to your phone via Bluetooth and lists calls, data and messages as 3 separate items. It appears that within wifi range, it does not connect to the phone for data, presumably using wifi instead. In the car, there have been several occasions when it is not connected to traffic updates, but as far as I can tell this only happens in weak signal areas (Vodafone). The information that Tomtom supplies didn't make this at all clear. Still very pleased having resolved my original problem.
Review: Very good sat nav - I am impressed with this device. I have had a few TomTom's in my time and this is more responsive, quick and easy to use especially with the capacitive touch screen. When I powered it on and applied all the updates the device only came with a map of Europe and the traffic and speed camera had expiry date with a month remaining so I got in contact with TomTom and said that this was advertised at having lifetime world maps, traffic and speed camera. They were very quick to make the adjustments to my account and now it has the lifetime world maps, traffic and speed camera. The TomTom My Drive app on the iPhone is not that good and it connects on first use but after that it fails. After playing about with it I have found that not using the My Drive app and uninstalling it plus also in Bluetooth setting on the iPhone forget this device and start a fresh connection works better. You get a good connection and you get the TomTom services and you can make and receive calls, the only thing you don't get is text messages but I don't need that. Make sure that on our iPhone you switch on Personal Hotspot so that the Bluetooth can connect to data for the services like traffic and speed camera I have used it a couple of times now and I love it and with the magnet car holder supplied it's very easy to put on and remove. Very happy so far.

## Features

- World lifetime maps: get the latest maps by connecting your TomTom GO to your Wi-Fi network; we issue free new updates seasonally for the life of your device
- Lifetime TomTom traffic: Insanely accurate traffic information enables your TomTom GO to intelligently plan routes around traffic
- Updates via Wi-Fi: get the latest maps and software for your TomTom via built-in Wi-Fi; no computer needed
- Compatible with Siri and Google Now: get full access to your personal assistant with your phone safely away in your glove compartment; TomTom road trips - Available to download for free at TomTom website
- Hands-free Calling and Smartphone Messaging: so you can keep your hands on the wheel and your phone safely away in your glove compartment. Battery lifetime: up to 1 hour

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01L8PLI4M |
| Are Batteries Included? | Yes |
| Audio Output Mode | Stereo |
| Battery Average Life | 1 Hours |
| Best Sellers Rank | 42,540 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 64 in Portable Automobile GPS |
| Box Contents | USB |
| Brand | TomTom |
| Brand Name | TomTom |
| Compatible Devices | MicroSD (TransFlash) |
| Compatible with Vehicle Type | Car |
| Connectivity Protocol | Bluetooth |
| Connectivity technology | Bluetooth, USB, iPod Control:iPod Plug-In only |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 583 Reviews |
| Display Type | Capacitive |
| Human Interface Types | Touchscreen |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 19L x 142W x 91H millimetres |
| Item Type Name | TomTom Car Sat Nav GO 520, 5 Inch with Handsfree Calling, Siri, Google Now, Updates via WiFi, Lifetime Traffic via Smartphone and World Maps, Smartphone Messages, Capacitive Screen |
| Item Weight | 7.09 Ounces |
| Manufacturer | TomTom |
| Map Coverage Type | > 1 Continent |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 16 GB |
| Model Name | GO 520 |
| Model Year | 2016 |
| Model name | GO 520 |
| Mounting Type | Car Mount |
| Network Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth, USB, iPod Control:iPod Plug-In only |
| Product Features | Bluetooth |
| Resolution | 800 x 480 |
| Screen Size | 5 Inches |
| Screen size | 5 Inches |
| Special feature | Bluetooth |
| Supported Satellite Navigation System | GPS |
| Touch Screen Type | Capacitive |
| UPC | 636926084536 |
| Vehicle service type | Car |

## Product Details

- **Audio output mode:** Stereo
- **Battery life:** 1 Hours
- **Brand:** TomTom
- **Connectivity technology:** Bluetooth, USB, iPod Control:iPod Plug-In only
- **Included components:** USB
- **Map type:** > 1 Continent
- **Model name:** GO 520
- **Screen size:** 5 Inches
- **Special feature:** Bluetooth
- **Vehicle service type:** Car

## Images

![TomTom Car Sat Nav Go 520 (5 inch, Updates via Wifi, Traffic via Smartphone, World Maps, Capacitive Screen ) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61EQI0XgAEL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brilliant, state of the art satnav.
*by C***T on 28 October 2016*

So pleased with this purchase ( Go 520 wifi). The key thing is the wifi, as there are a lot of cheap Go 520s which are old and don't have the ability to update via wifi. I've really enjoyed using this, and it updates via my phone as I drive so that I can be rerouted if a traffic problem occurs. I've owned about 4 Tomtom's now and they've all been good. It is important to realise that Tomtom's idea of a lifetime is only about 5 years, so it was worth buying the new model rather than buying the older and cheaper 510. The device with its stand is quite heavy, and doesn't work with the rubber pad/disc mount that I have used with my previous Tomtom. However the screen mount is very secure. I would recommend this device despite the price, it just makes driving so much easier. Update 15/11/16 I had to return my first device as it stopped being able to find my wifi, and also was not getting traffic updates, which was a major reason for my purchase. Amazon were brilliant and sent a replacement the next day. The new unit appears to be working perfectly and has updated via wifi several times. The device shows whether it is connected to your phone via Bluetooth and lists calls, data and messages as 3 separate items. It appears that within wifi range, it does not connect to the phone for data, presumably using wifi instead. In the car, there have been several occasions when it is not connected to traffic updates, but as far as I can tell this only happens in weak signal areas (Vodafone). The information that Tomtom supplies didn't make this at all clear. Still very pleased having resolved my original problem.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very good sat nav
*by T***N on 13 January 2021*

I am impressed with this device. I have had a few TomTom's in my time and this is more responsive, quick and easy to use especially with the capacitive touch screen. When I powered it on and applied all the updates the device only came with a map of Europe and the traffic and speed camera had expiry date with a month remaining so I got in contact with TomTom and said that this was advertised at having lifetime world maps, traffic and speed camera. They were very quick to make the adjustments to my account and now it has the lifetime world maps, traffic and speed camera. The TomTom My Drive app on the iPhone is not that good and it connects on first use but after that it fails. After playing about with it I have found that not using the My Drive app and uninstalling it plus also in Bluetooth setting on the iPhone forget this device and start a fresh connection works better. You get a good connection and you get the TomTom services and you can make and receive calls, the only thing you don't get is text messages but I don't need that. Make sure that on our iPhone you switch on Personal Hotspot so that the Bluetooth can connect to data for the services like traffic and speed camera I have used it a couple of times now and I love it and with the magnet car holder supplied it's very easy to put on and remove. Very happy so far.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Extremely disappointing (UPDATE: ... first, but turned out okay.)
*by F***K on 19 July 2023*

It is very disappointing. I now spent almost a week trying to get the advertised services provided by TomTom. As a minor issue the chatbot and the MyDrive Connect website are buggy and somewhat dysfunctional. The access to service is also not very efficient and seems somewhat clogged. Arguably one only needs those a few times a year. A more disturbing problem is that the phone app is draining the phone battery. The main issue is however that the device came with only three month subscription and Europe services, and that, even after talking several times with support, they only offer one year and Europe services. The advertised product and the product received is however correctly for - lifetime world maps - lifetime speed cameras - lifetime TomTom traffic. That is clearly stated on the product box and the device seems perfectly able to handle those services (it may need an additional memory card for storing several or large maps, which is not a problem). It is even physically identical with the GO Professional 520 Truck SatNav that is fully supported by TomTom. The problem seems to lie entirely with TomTom that sells services that it decides to not provide. I am still in discussion with TomTom support and didn't lose all hopes to be provided what I bought, but at this stage, I'd say 'stay clear from that company'... UPDATE: the issue was apparently resolved satisfactorily. Support and TomTom recognise the sold service (Lifetime World maps, Lifetime Speed Cameras & Traffic Europe). I rate this around 4.5/5, with the decreased value from a 5 for the minor issues mentioned in the initial review and the somewhat bumpy start (resolution in a week is reasonable but one would like to have the proper product and service working out of the box or with a single iteration with the company). A dedicated device is quite useful, in my opinion, and TomTom software is quite good (the illustration of junctions coming up and lanes to drive on, etc.). (The phone app draining the phone battery is something to keep in mind - basically do not use it and use the GPS device as a GPS device.) Thanks to the support team member who assisted with that!

## Frequently Bought Together

- TomTom Car Sat Nav Go 520 (5 inch, Updates via Wifi, Traffic via Smartphone, World Maps, Capacitive Screen )
- TomTom Sat Nav Windscreen Mount Click-and-Drive plus Car Charger and USB Cable for selected TomTom 5'' and 6'' GO and GO Professional Models (check compatibility list below)
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*Last updated: 2026-03-04*