Manufacturer Description

5” GPS Navigator with Traffic Alerts

  • Easy-to-use 5” GPS navigator includes detailed map updates of the U.S. and Canada
  • Simple on-screen menus and bright, easy-to-see maps
  • Garmin Traffic is ready to use right out of the box — without use of a smartphone
  • Road trip–ready with The HISTORY® Network of notable historic sites, a U.S. national parks directory, TripAdvisor® traveler ratings and millions of Foursquare® points of interest (POIs)
  • Provides spoken turn-by-turn directions, Garmin Real Directions™ landmark guidance and helpful driver alerts to encourage safer driving

With its simple menus and easy-to-read maps, Garmin Drive 52 lets you view turn-by-turn directions at a glance on a bright 5” touchscreen display. Offering preloaded detailed maps of the U.S. and Canada — with traffic and map updates plus helpful driver alerts to encourage safer driving — this GPS navigator complements any road trip or daily commute.

Don’t Hate Traffic — Avoid It

Outsmart traffic jams or slowdowns by avoiding them altogether with timely alerts that suggest alternate routes to help you steer clear of construction zones or accidents ahead. Garmin Traffic comes ready to use right out of the box, thanks to the included traffic cable; no need to pair your navigator with a smartphone for traffic information.

Enjoy Road Trips with TripAdvisor

View TripAdvisor traveler ratings for hotels, restaurants and attractions along your route or near your destination.

Sites From The HISTORY Network

To make traveling more enjoyable, you’ll find plenty to see and do with POIs from the HISTORY Network. It features pictures and descriptions of notable parks, monuments, museums and historic sites.

National Parks Directory

An included U.S. national parks directory helps you discover and enjoy some of America’s most treasured natural resources and experiences. Easily navigate to places within the parks, including visitor centers, picnic areas, campgrounds, trailheads and more.

New Shops and Restaurants

This navigator comes preloaded with Foursquare data, making it easy to find millions of new and popular places.

Driver Alerts: Know Your Surroundings

To encourage safer driving and increase situational awareness, driver alerts warn you of upcoming sharp curves, speed changes, railroad crossings and more.

Garmin Real Directions™

Easy-to-understand, spoken turn-by-turn directions guide like a friend, using street names, store names and recognizable landmarks (e.g., “Turn right after the red building”).

Check Up Ahead

The map shows stops for food, fuel and other milestones — such as upcoming cities — along your route.

Find Exactly Where You Need to Go

The Direct Access feature simplifies navigating to complex destinations such as airports or shopping malls. It even navigates through parking lots to find the entrance closest to your destination.

Easier to Search, Quicker to Find

A search field makes it easy to find addresses and millions of POIs. You’re provided with search results that sound similar to what you’ve entered.

Works with Garmin Backup Camera

For a complete navigation solution, pair this navigator with the BC™ 30 wireless backup camera (sold separately; professional installation recommended). Once connected, you can easily see vehicles, pedestrians and other obstacles right on the navigator’s display as you reverse.

Map Updates

Garmin Drive 52 comes preloaded with maps of the U.S. and Canada, and includes map updates to ensure you’re driving with the most up-to-date maps available. Visit Garmin Express™ to learn more.

What's Included In The Box?

The Garmin Drive 52LMT with US and Canada Maps ships with the following items included:
  • Garmin Drive 52
  • Vehicle suction cup mount
  • Traffic receiver/vehicle power cable
  • USB cable
  • Quick start manual

Features

General
  • Physical dimensions: 5.5"W x 3.3"H x .8"D (14.0 x 8.4 x 2.0 cm)
  • Display size: 4.4"W x 2.5"H (11.1 x 6.3 cm); 5.0" diag (12.7 cm)
  • Display resolution: 480 x 272 pixels
  • Display type: multi-touch, glass, WSVGA color TFT with white backlight
  • Weight: 6.0 oz (170.8 g)
  • Battery: rechargeable lithium-ion
  • Battery life: up to 1 hour
Maps & Memory
  • Preloaded street maps: Yes
  • Includes map updates: Yes
  • Data cards microSD™ card (not included)
Navigation Features
  • Garmin Real Directions™ landmark guidance: Yes
  • Millions of Foursquare® points of interest: Yes
  • TripAdvisor® ratings for points of interest: Yes
  • Route shaping through preferred cities/streets: Yes
  • Includes traffic: Yes
  • Lane assist with junction view (displays junction signs): Yes
  • Speed limit indicator (displays speed limit for most major roads in the U.S. and Europe): Yes
  • Driver alerts for sharp curves, school zones, red light and speed camera warnings and more: Yes