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Garmin Drive 52 GPS Navigator

Garmin Drive 52 GPS Navigator

4.1(269 ratings)

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  • Last seen at $129.99 at Walmart on Nov 8.

Our take on the Garmin Drive 52 GPS Navigator

The Garmin Drive 52 is a dedicated 5-inch dashboard GPS with preloaded street maps for the U.S. and Canada and map updates included. It stands out for its travel content: a HISTORY database of historic sites, a U.S. national parks directory, TripAdvisor ratings for hotels and restaurants, and Foursquare data for shops and places. Garmin Real Directions gives spoken guidance using street names and landmarks, and driver alerts warn of sharp curves, speed changes and railroad crossings. It suits drivers who want a simple, always-on navigator without a phone mount or data plan; phone navigation is more current and free, but this unit keeps maps and points of interest on board and can pair with Garmin's BC 30 backup camera.

Best forDrivers who want a standalone dash GPS without using a phoneRoad trippers who like historic sites and national parksRental car and older-vehicle driversShoppers who want spoken landmark-based directions
Pros
  • Preloaded U.S. and Canada street maps with map updates included
  • Bright 5-inch screen with simple on-screen menus
  • HISTORY sites and U.S. national parks directory built in
  • TripAdvisor and Foursquare place data for hotels, restaurants and shops
  • Driver alerts for curves, speed changes and railroad crossings
  • Pairs with the Garmin BC 30 wireless backup camera
Cons
  • Dedicated GPS needs mounting and a power cable, unlike phone navigation
  • Maps and place data age between updates
  • No traffic subscription or live connected features on this model
  • Backup camera sold separately
  • Small screen compared with a phone

Garmin Drive 52 GPS Navigator prices at every store

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    In stockSold by JGSReturns: Sold by a Walmart Marketplace seller; returns go to the seller under the seller's returns policy.

    $129.99Free shippingChecked Nov 8
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What reviewers say

  • 4.1 / 5269 ratings

Owners rate it around 4.1 out of 5. They like the clear screen, simple menus and the travel content, and many find it easy to set up and use. Complaints center on map accuracy and the effort of keeping maps current.

What people mention
  • ScreenPraisedOwners call the 5-inch display bright and easy to read at a glance.
  • Ease of usePraisedMenus are described as simple and setup as quick.
  • DirectionsPraisedReal Directions using street names and landmarks are seen as easy to follow.
  • Map accuracyCriticisedSome owners report outdated map data and occasional routing errors.
  • Map updatesMixedUpdates are included but owners say installing them takes time and effort.
  • Travel contentPraisedThe historic sites and national parks listings are a favorite extra for road trips.

About the Garmin Drive 52 GPS Navigator

The Garmin Drive 52 is a 5-inch GPS navigator with simple on-screen menus and bright, easy-to-see maps. It comes with preloaded street maps and map updates for the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands and Bahamas. Maps and software can be updated using Garmin Express.

Garmin Real Directions gives spoken turn-by-turn directions that use street names, store names and recognizable landmarks. Driver alerts warn of upcoming sharp curves, speed changes, railroad crossings and more. The navigator comes preloaded with Foursquare data for finding millions of new and popular places.

For travel, it shows TripAdvisor traveler ratings for hotels, restaurants and attractions along your route or near your destination. The HISTORY database provides pictures and descriptions of notable parks, monuments, museums and historic sites. A U.S. national parks directory helps you navigate to visitor centers, picnic areas, campgrounds, trailheads and other places within the parks.

Screen size
5 inches
Color
Black
Preloaded maps
U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Bahamas
Map updates
Included, via Garmin Express
Directions
Spoken turn-by-turn with Garmin Real Directions
Driver alerts
Sharp curves, speed changes, railroad crossings and more
Points of interest
Foursquare data, HISTORY database of historic sites, U.S. national parks directory
Traveler ratings
TripAdvisor ratings for hotels, restaurants and attractions
Compatibility
Garmin BC 30 wireless backup camera (sold separately)

Specifications

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Questions and answers

Does the Garmin Drive 52 include map updates?
Yes. Map updates are included, and the unit ships with preloaded street maps for the U.S. and Canada.
Does it work with a backup camera?
It pairs with the Garmin BC 30 wireless backup camera, which is sold separately.
Does it give live traffic?
No. The Drive 52 has driver alerts for curves, speed changes and railroad crossings, but it does not include a live traffic subscription.
What travel information is built in?
It includes a HISTORY database of notable sites, a U.S. national parks directory, TripAdvisor ratings for hotels and restaurants, and Foursquare place data.
Is it better than using a phone for navigation?
It is simpler for drivers who do not want to mount a phone or use data, and its maps and points of interest work offline. Phone navigation is more current and free.
How big is the screen?
The screen is 5 inches, in a black finish.
Where is the Garmin Drive 52 GPS Navigator cheapest?
At Walmart, for $129.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Garmin Drive 52 GPS Navigator?
Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 269 ratings.

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