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Metra 40-VW20 Antenna Adapter for European Factory Radio
Metra 40-VW20 Antenna Adapter for European Factory Radio
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The Metra 40-VW20 Factory Radio Antenna Adapter is used during radio replacement or FM-modulator installation in select Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, Saab, Porsche, Sprinter, and other European-style factory radio applications. It adapts the vehicle antenna connection so the factory antenna system can work with the new radio or connected device when the factory plug does not directly match.
At a Glance
- Adapts an aftermarket antenna cable to the vehicle original factory radio
- Female Motorola connector on one end
- Volkswagen/Audi European-style flat connector on the other end
- Designed for factory radios with compatible flat European-style antenna connectors
- Helps retain AM/FM antenna reception during compatible installations
- Designed for vehicle-specific antenna connector applications
Exact Vehicle Compatibility
Find your vehicle below, then match the model year and factory-equipment details in the same row. Factory radio, amplifier, navigation, trim, speaker location, and connector differences can change which installation parts are required. If anything differs, contact MCOR before ordering.
| Make | Model | Years | Factory Equipment / Qualifier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audi | 100 Series | 1989-1994 | — |
| Audi | 200 Series | 1989-1991 | — |
| Audi | 80 Series | 1988-1992 | — |
| Audi | 90 Series | 1988-1995 | — |
| Audi | A3 | 2006-2007 | With Concert radio; Without factory navigation |
| Audi | A3 | 2006-2007 | With Symphony radio; Without factory navigation |
| Audi | A4 | 1996-1997 | — |
| Audi | A4 | 1998-1999 | — |
| Audi | A4 | 2000-2005 | With Concert radio |
| Audi | A4, S4 | 2000-2001 | With Symphony radio |
| Audi | A4, S4 | 2002-2005 | With Symphony radio |
| Audi | A4, S4 | 2006 | With Symphony radio; Without factory navigation |
| Audi | A6 | 1998-1999 | — |
| Audi | A6 | 2000-2001 | — |
| Audi | A6, RS 6, S6 | 2002-2004 | — |
| Audi | A8 | 1997-1999 | — |
| Audi | A8, S8 | 2000-2003 | — |
| Audi | allroad quattro | 2001-2003 | — |
| Audi | allroad quattro | 2004-2005 | — |
| Audi | TT | 2000-2001 | — |
| Audi | TT | 2002-2006 | — |
| BMW | 3 Series | 1992-1998 | — |
| BMW | 3 Series | 1999-2001 | 1 long row of buttons; With factory navigation |
| BMW | 3 Series | 1999-2001 | 1 long row of buttons; Without factory navigation |
| BMW | 3 Series | 1999-2001 | 5 separate buttons; With factory navigation |
| BMW | 3 Series | 1999-2001 | 5 separate buttons; Without factory navigation |
| BMW | 3 Series | 2002-2005 | 1 long row of buttons; Without factory navigation |
| BMW | 3 Series | 2002-2005 | 5 separate buttons; Without factory navigation |
| BMW | 3 Series | 2006 | conv., coupe (1 row of buttons); Without factory navigation |
| BMW | 3 Series | 2006 | conv., coupe (5 sep. buttons); Without factory navigation |
| BMW | 5 Series | 1990-1996 | — |
| BMW | 5 Series, ALPINA D10 | 1997-2000 | With factory navigation |
| BMW | 5 Series, ALPINA D10 | 1997-2000 | Without factory navigation |
| BMW | 7 Series | 1990-1998 | With factory navigation |
| BMW | 7 Series | 1990-1998 | Without factory navigation |
| BMW | 7 Series | 1999-2001 | With factory navigation |
| BMW | 7 Series | 1999-2001 | Without factory navigation |
| BMW | M | 1998-2002 | — |
| BMW | M3 | 1995-1999 | — |
| BMW | M3 | 2001 | 1 long row of buttons; With factory navigation |
| BMW | M3 | 2001 | 1 long row of buttons; Without factory navigation |
| BMW | M3 | 2001 | 5 separate buttons; With factory navigation |
| BMW | M3 | 2001 | 5 separate buttons; Without factory navigation |
| BMW | M3 | 2002-2006 | 1 long row of buttons; Without factory navigation |
| BMW | M3 | 2002-2006 | 5 separate buttons; Without factory navigation |
| BMW | M5 | 1991-1993 | — |
| BMW | Z3 | 1996-2002 | — |
| BMW | Z8 | 2000-2003 | Base model |
| BMW | Z8 | 2000-2003 | all but Base model |
| Buick | LeSabre | 2000-2005 | — |
| Cadillac | CTS | 2003-2007 | With black color dash |
| Cadillac | CTS | 2003-2007 | With gray color dash |
| Cadillac | CTS-V | 2003-2007 | With black color dash |
| Cadillac | CTS-V | 2003-2007 | With gray color dash |
| Cadillac | SRX | 2004-2006 | With black color dash |
| Cadillac | SRX | 2004-2006 | With gray color dash |
| Dodge | Sprinter | 2003-2006 | — |
| Dodge | Sprinter | 2007 | — |
| Dodge | Sprinter | 2008-2009 | With Sound 20/50 radio |
| Dodge | Sprinter | 2008-2009 | With Sound 5 radio |
| Ford | Focus | 2000-2004 | Without Blaupunkt radio |
| Ford | Focus | 2003-2004 | With Blaupunkt radio |
| Ford | Transit Connect | 2010-2011 | Without factory navigation |
| Ford | Transit Connect | 2012 | early build, up to 09/11 |
| Freightliner | Sprinter | 2003-2006 | — |
| Freightliner | Sprinter | 2007 | — |
| Freightliner | Sprinter | 2008-2013 | With Sound 5 radio |
| Land Rover | Freelander | 2002-2003 | — |
| Land Rover | Freelander | 2004 | — |
| Land Rover | Freelander | 2005 | — |
| Land Rover | Range Rover | 1995 | Classic, LWB |
| Land Rover | Range Rover | 1995 | SE |
| Land Rover | Range Rover | 1996-2002 | — |
| Mercedes | 190 Series | 1982-1993 | — |
| Mercedes | 300 Series | 1984-1993 | — |
| Mercedes | 350 Series | 1990-1991 | — |
| Mercedes | 380 Series | 1981-1985 | — |
| Mercedes | 400 Series | 1991-1993 | — |
| Mercedes | 420 Series | 1986-1991 | — |
| Mercedes | 500 Series | 1990-1993 | — |
| Mercedes | 560 Series | 1986-1991 | — |
| Mercedes | C-Class | 1994-2000 | — |
| Mercedes | C-Class | 2001-2004 | — |
| Mercedes | CL-Class | 1998-1999 | — |
| Mercedes | CL-Class | 2000-2002 | — |
| Mercedes | CLK-Class | 1998-2002 | — |
| Mercedes | CLK-Class | 2003 | 320, 430 |
| Mercedes | CLK-Class | 2003 | 500, 55 AMG |
| Mercedes | CLK-Class | 2004 | — |
| Mercedes | E-Class | 1994-2002 | — |
| Mercedes | ML-Class | 1998-1999 | — |
| Mercedes | ML-Class | 2000-2005 | With double DIN factory radio |
| Mercedes | ML-Class | 2000-2005 | With single DIN factory radio |
| Mercedes | S-Class | 1994-1999 | — |
| Mercedes | SL-Class | 1994-2002 | — |
| Mercedes | SL-Class | 2003-2004 | — |
| Mercedes | SLK-Class | 1998-2004 | — |
| Mercedes | SLR-Class | 2005-2008 | McLaren |
| Mercedes | Sprinter | 2010-2013 | With Sound 5 radio |
| Mercury | Cougar | 1999 | — |
| Mercury | Cougar | 2000-2002 | With dual media / six disc in-dash |
| Mercury | Cougar | 2000-2002 | Without dual media / six disc in-dash |
| Oldsmobile | Aurora | 2001-2003 | — |
| Pontiac | Bonneville | 2000-2005 | — |
| Pontiac | GTO | 2004-2006 | With black color dash |
| Pontiac | GTO | 2004-2006 | With gray color dash |
| Porsche | 911 | 1973-1994 | — |
| Porsche | 911 | 1994.5-1998 | 993 |
| Porsche | 911 | 1999-2001 | 996; With factory navigation |
| Porsche | 911 | 1999-2001 | 996; Without factory navigation |
| Porsche | 911 | 2002 | 996; Without factory navigation |
| Porsche | 928 | 1994-1996 | — |
| Porsche | 968 | 1992-1996 | — |
| Porsche | Boxter | 1997-2002 | 986; With factory navigation |
| Porsche | Boxter | 1997-2002 | 986; Without factory navigation |
| Porsche | Boxter | 2003-2004 | 986; With factory navigation |
| RAM | ProMaster 1500/2500/3500 | 2014-2017 | With Radio Delete or AM-FM (Uconnect RH3) |
| Saab | 9-2x | 2005 | — |
| Saab | 9-3 | 1999-2006 | — |
| Saab | 9-5 | 1998-2005 | — |
| Smart | ForTwo | 2008-2010 | — |
| Smart | ForTwo | 2011-2015 | — |
| Volkswagen | Beetle | 1998 | — |
| Volkswagen | Beetle | 1999-2010 | — |
| Volkswagen | Cabrio | 1995-1998 | — |
| Volkswagen | Cabrio | 1999-2002 | — |
| Volkswagen | Corrado | 1990-1993 | — |
| Volkswagen | Euro Van | 1993-1999 | — |
| Volkswagen | Euro Van | 2002-2003 | — |
| Volkswagen | Golf | 1986-1993 | — |
| Volkswagen | Golf | 1994-1997 | — |
| Volkswagen | Golf | 1998-2001 | — |
| Volkswagen | Golf | 2002 | With single DIN factory radio |
| Volkswagen | GTI | 1986-1994 | — |
| Volkswagen | GTI | 1995-1998 | — |
| Volkswagen | GTI | 1998-2001 | — |
| Volkswagen | Jetta | 1993-1997 | — |
| Volkswagen | Jetta | 1998-1999 | — |
| Volkswagen | Jetta | 1998-2002 | — |
| Volkswagen | Passat | 1990-1997 | — |
| Volkswagen | Passat | 1998-1999 | — |
| Volkswagen | Passat | 2000-2001 | — |
| Volkswagen | Quantum | 1982-1985 | — |
| Volkswagen | Quantum | 1986-1987 | — |
Fitment note: Year and model alone are not always enough to confirm compatibility. Match every factory-equipment qualifier shown for your vehicle, and contact MCOR Automotive if the radio, amplifier, navigation, speaker, camera, trim, or connector details are uncertain.
Installation Notes
- Confirm exact year, make, model, trim level, factory radio, and factory audio system before installation
- Test-fit the antenna adapter and review manufacturer instructions before final assembly
- Additional parts may be required depending on vehicle equipment and the aftermarket radio or accessory being installed
- Professional installation is recommended for best fit, wiring integrity, and long-term reliability
What's in the Box
- Antenna adapter cable as supplied by Metra
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Metra
- Model: 40-VW20
- Product Type: Factory radio antenna adapter cable
- Application: Select European-style factory radio systems
- Antenna Side Connector: Female Motorola
- Radio Side Connector: Volkswagen/Audi European-style flat connector
- Compatibility Type: Aftermarket antenna to factory radio
Identifiers & Packaging
- MPN: 40-VW20
- UPC: 086429007196
- Sold As: Each
- Included Components: Antenna adapter cable as supplied by Metra
Why Buy From MCOR Automotive
- Authorized retailer for the brands we sell
- Specialists in vehicle audio integration, radio replacement parts, and installation accessories
- 22+ years of professional automotive electronics experience
- Expert support for compatibility verification and proper setup
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