Hello all! I am currently considering buying a 2024 Corolla Hatchback. Does remote start need a subscription a Connected Service plan? If not, do y’all believe that a subscription is worth it, and how much are they? Also, do they vary based upon the different Corolla Hatchback trims?
It depends on a few things. First and foremost, remote starting from your mobile device requires a subscription. Your vehicle should come with a 3-month trial, and after that you will have to pay either $80 a year, or $8 per month. The key fob will work, and the key fob remote start will work for either one year or 3 years depending on what audio system you have. After that, you will need a subscription for any remote services at all, including the key fob based remote start which is built into your vehicle.