Garmin nüvi 660 4.3-Inch Widescreen Bluetooth Portable GPS Navigator
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Average customer review:Product Description
See more and explore with nvi 660. This widescreen travel companion and navigator features preloaded maps, hands-free calling, traffic alerts, FM transmitter and more. Like the rest of the wide nvi 600-series, its large touchscreen display puts the world at your fingertips.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #4 in Consumer Electronics
- Brand: Garmin
- Model: 010-00540-00
- Format: CD
- Dimensions: 5.00" h x 12.00" w x 12.00" l, .39 pounds
- Native resolution: 480 x 272
- Display size: 4.3
Features
- Dimensions WxDxH - 4.9" x .9" x 2.9"
- Weight - 6.2 oz
- Display - 4.3" WQVGA
Editorial Reviews
Amazon.com Product Description
With a gorgeous widescreen display, the Garmin nüvi 660 GPS Personal Travel Assistant is your answer to the call of adventure. A sleek navigator and a keen travel assistant, the nüvi 660 is preloaded with highly detailed City Navigator NT road maps for the entire United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. This map database features nearly six million points of interest (POIs), including hotels, restaurants, gas stations, ATMs, and attractions, and the data is provided by NAVTEQ, a world leader in premium-quality mapping.This preloaded navigator brings all this fantastic map data to your fingertips with a super-bright, 4.3-inch widescreen display for improved map viewing, day or night. Use the touch screen interface to select destinations, look up POIs, and play your favorite MP3s and audio books. The display also helps you control hands-free calling, traffic alerts, and the FM transmitter, all from the screen of your personal travel assistant.
Which nüvi is Best for You?: Click here to see a quick, simple comparison of features for all Garmin nuvi GPS navigators
Wider screen lets you see more of what's around. Compare these actual size views of a 3-inch (diagonal) screen![]() and a 4.3-inch diagonal widescreen ![]() |
The widescreen format gives you 70% more actual screen area than a 3.5-inch screen. Primarily this translates into a better view of the area through which you are driving. This is especially useful in showing you what parks, restaurants, ATM, gas stations, etc. are nearby, or in letting you know whether a detour is a good idea. Also, the device itself is larger, meaning controls on the screen are more widely spaced and somewhat easier to push.
FM Transmitter -- Hear Better, Hear More
Instead of straining your ears to hear turn-by-turn directions or your favorite MP3s, you can enjoy wireless FM audio transmission via the nüvi 660's wireless FM transmitter. Tune your car's radio to the appropriate station and you'll hear all the nüvi's audio, including voice prompts, MP3s, audio books, and more, directly through your vehicle's stereo system. The nüvi 660 includes many "must-have" entertainment and travel tools, including digital music and audio book playback, JPEG picture viewer, currency converters, and more. All these great features make the nüvi 660 a complete Personal Travel Assistant.
The nüvi 660 comes ready to go right out of the box with preloaded City Navigator NT street maps, including a hefty POI database with hotels, restaurants, fuel, ATMs and more. Simply touch the color screen to enter a destination, and nüvi takes you there with 2D or 3D maps and turn-by-turn voice directions. Garmin gets its map data from NAVTEQ, a world leader in premium-quality mapping.
In addition, the nüvi 660 accepts custom points of interest (POIs), such as school zones and safety cameras and lets you set proximity alerts to warn you of upcoming POIs
Important note about map updates: Due to our high volume of sales, almost every Garmin portable GPS navigator sold by Amazon.com will come with the most recent map version. If you ever do need a map update, you can purchase one from Amazon.com at our Garmin Store.Hands-Free Calling
In more and more places, it is becoming illegal to use cell phones while driving without a hands-free kit. The nüvi 660's Bluetooth capability, microphone and speaker lets match it to any bluetooth-capable phone to make hands-free mobile phone calls. Simply dial the phone number with the nüvi's touch screen keypad to make a call on a compatible phone. To answer an incoming call, just tap the screen and speak into the built-in microphone. Making and taking calls on the road has never been easier, or safer. In addition, Garmin makes it a breeze to look-up and dial numbers from your personalized phone book or even tap into your cell phone's call history log.
Integrated FM Traffic Receiver
![]() | Steer clear of traffic with an integrated FM traffic receiver designed to receive alerts from TMC Clear Channel about traffic tie-ups and road construction that might lie ahead on your route. All you have to do is simply touch the screen to view traffic details and you'll be ready to detour around any problem area. And if you end up missing a turn, or you're forced into a detour that is not relayed through the traffic receiver, the nüvi's sophisticated automatic routing will get you back on track in no time. In most areas, TMC Clear Channel traffic broadcasts are continuous there's no waiting for scheduled traffic news updates or random alerts. Because traffic broadcasts are received via a "silent" FM data channel, you can still listen to music or news programming on your car radio without interference from incoming FM traffic data transmissions. A 3-month subscription to TMC Clear Channel's Total Traffic Network is included with purchase of this device. For more information on subscription fees, coverage in individual cities, and traffic data networks in the United Kingdom and Europe, check the Garmin website. |
Easy To Use Interface
Garmin's interface is a key to their success and one of the things that makes their devices such a pleasure to use. Simple controls and sub-screens make it easy to enter or search for destinations and get data about your trip.
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Beyond Navigation
![]() Browse your stored pictures with an easy-to-use JPEG viewer. | A handy MP3 player lets you play songs stored on SD memory cards. | nüvi 250W accepts custom points of interest (POIs). View larger. |
Navigation is just the beginning. The nüvi 660 features travel tools including JPEG picture viewer, MP3 player, world travel clock with time zones, currency converter, measurement converter, calculator and more. It also comes with Garmin Lock, an anti-theft feature, and configurable vehicle icons that let you select car-shaped graphics to show your location on the map.
This device is compatible with optional content plug-ins available via SD card, such as the Garmin Travel Guides and Garmin SaversGuide provide detailed data for attractions and information on nearby merchants offering discounts, so you can customize nüvi for your travel needs
Garmin has also added the ability for customers to add custom points of interest (POI's) from third parties such as school zones and safety cameras.
Trick Your GPS Ride
Custom vehicle icons let you ride in style, at least inside your GPS. See more icon options |
With this GPS system on board you'll be prepared to steer clear of traffic with the integrated FM TMC traffic receiver. The nüvi 770 is designed to receive alerts about traffic tie-ups and road construction that might lie ahead on your route. All you have to do is simply touch the screen to view traffic details and you'll be ready to detour around any problem area. And if you end up missing a turn, or you're forced into a detour that is not relayed through the traffic receiver, the nüvi's sophisticated automatic routing will get you back on track in no time.
What's in the Box
nüvi 660 GPS navigation system, preloaded City Navigator North, America NT data, vehicle suction cup mount, A/C charger, carrying case, FM traffic receiver/12-volt adapter with 3-month free trial subscription, dashboard disk, USB interface cable, sample language guide content (preloaded), sample travel guide, sample MP3s (preloaded), sample audio books (preloaded), owner's manual, and a quick reference guide.
Notes
- Optional software for language translation, detailed travel guides, and savings programs allow you to customize your nüvi to fit your travel needs
- The FM transmitter feature is only available in the United States, Canada, Australia and New Zealand
- This nüvi comes with a free, three-month trial for MSN Direct services.
- Like most USB Mass Storage Devices, the nüvi is not compatible with Windows 95, Windows 98 or Windows Me.
| Screen Size inches (w x h) | Included Maps | Text-to-Speech (Directions in Real Street Names) | Traffic | Bluetooth | Media | FM Transmitter (audio through car stereo system) | Multi- Point Routing | Battery life (hours) | |||
| Cont. U.S., Hawaii, and Puerto Rico | AK and Canada | Europe | |||||||||
| nüvi 200 | 2.8 x 2.1 | ![]() | Photos | up to 5 | |||||||
| nüvi 200w | 3.81 x 2.25 | ![]() | | Photos | up to 5 | ||||||
| nüvi 250 | 2.8 x 2.1 | ![]() | ![]() | Photos | up to 5 | ||||||
| nüvi 250w | 3.81 x 2.25 | ![]() | ![]() | Photos | up to 5 | ||||||
| nüvi 260 | 2.8 x 2.1 | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | Photos | up to 5 | |||||
| nüvi 260w | 3.81 x 2.25 | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | Photos | up to 5 | |||||
| nüvi 270 | 2.8 x 2.1 | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | Photos | up to 5 | |||||
| nüvi 350 | 2.8 x 2.1 | ![]() | | ![]() | FM (with opt. receiver) | Photos, MP3s | up to 8 | ||||
| nüvi 360 | 2.8 x 2.1 | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | FM (with opt. receiver) | ![]() | Photos, MP3s | up to 8 | |||
| nüvi 370 | 2.8 x 2.1 | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | FM (receiver included) | ![]() | Photos, MP3s | up to 8 | ||
| nüvi 650 | 3.81 x 2.25 | ![]() | | ![]() | FM (with opt. receiver) | Photos, MP3s | up to 7 | ||||
| nüvi 660 | 3.81 x 2.25 | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | FM (receiver included) | ![]() | Photos, MP3s | ![]() | up to 7 | ||
| nüvi 670 | 3.81 x 2.25 | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | FM (receiver included) | ![]() | Photos, MP3s | ![]() | up to 7 | |
| nüvi 680 | 3.81 x 2.25 | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | MSN (receiver included; 1-year free); FM (with opt. receiver) | ![]() | Photos, MP3s | ![]() | up to 7 | ||
| nüvi 750 | 3.81 x 2.25 | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with opt. receiver) | Photos, MP3s | ![]() | ![]() | up to 5 | ||
| nüvi 760 | 3.81 x 2.25 | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with opt. receiver) | ![]() | Photos, MP3s | ![]() | ![]() | up to 5 | |
| nüvi 770 | 3.81 x 2.25 | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with opt. receiver) | ![]() | Photos, MP3s | ![]() | ![]() | up to 5 |
| nüvi 780 | 3.81 x 2.25 | ![]() | ![]() | MSN-enhanced (receiver inc.; 3 months free) receiver); FM (with opt. receiver) | ![]() | Photos, MP3s | ![]() | ![]() | up to 5 | ||
| nüvi 850 | 3.81 x 2.25 | ![]() | ![]() | MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with opt. receiver) | Photos, MP3s | ![]() | ![]() | up to 4 | |||
| nüvi 880 | 3.81 x 2.25 | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | MSN-enhanced (receiver inc.; 3 months free); FM (with opt. receiver) | ![]() | Photos, MP3s | ![]() | ![]() | up to 4 | |
| nüvi 5000 | 4.5 x 2.7 | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with opt. receiver) | ![]() | ![]() | external battery only | |||
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Manufacturer's Description (July 17, 2008)
See more and explore with nüvi 660. This widescreen travel companion and navigator features preloaded maps, hands-free calling, traffic alerts, FM transmitter and more. Like the rest of the wide nüvi 600-series, its large touchscreen display puts the world at your fingertips.
See More
With nüvi 660's widescreen display, you'll always get the big picture. View map detail, driving directions, photos and more in bright, brilliant color. Its sunlight-readable, 4.3-inch display is easy to read from any direction.
Navigate With Ease
Garmin nüvi 660 comes ready to go right out of the box with preloaded City Navigator NT street maps, including a hefty points of interest database with hotels, restaurants, fuel, ATMs and more. Simply touch the color screen to enter a destination, and nüvi takes you there with 2D or 3D maps and turn-by-turn voice directions. It even announces the name of exits and streets so you never have to take your eyes off the road. In addition, nüvi 660 accepts custom points of interest, such as school zones.
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Make Hands-free Calls
Talk about worry-free driving. nüvi 660 integrates Bluetooth wireless technology with a built-in microphone and speaker, so you can pair it with your compatible Bluetooth phone and talk hands-free through the 660. Simply dial numbers with nüvi's touchscreen keypad to make a call. To answer calls, just tap nüvi's screen and speak directly into its built-in microphone. You can also easily look up and dial numbers from your personalized phone book or from your phone's call history log. With 1-touch dialing for points of interest, you can call home or even call for reservations.
Avoid Traffic Tie-ups
Stear clear of traffic with nüvi 660's integrated FM TMC traffic receiver. Receive alerts about traffic tie-ups and road construction that lie ahead on your route. Touch nüvi's screen to view traffic details or detour around the problem area.
Take It With You
Like the rest of the nüvi series, nüvi 660 sports a sleek, slim design and slips comfortably in your pocket or purse. Its rechargeable lithium-ion battery makes it convenient for navigation by car or foot.
![]() nüvi 660 screen |
Go Beyond Navigation
Navigation is just the beginning. nüvi 660 includes many entertainment and travel tools including MP3 player, audio book player (subscription to Audible.com required), JPEG picture viewer, currency converters and more. With nüvi 660's wireless FM transmitter, you can hear audio, including voice prompts, MP3s and audio books, through your vehicle's stereo. It also comes with Garmin Loc, an anti-theft feature, and is compatible with our free Garmin Garage where you can download custom vehicles that show your location on the map. Optional plug-in SD cards let you add additional features to enhance your travel experience including language translation and detailed travel guides. There's even a SaversGuilde that provides information on nearby merchants offering discounts to customize your nüvi whether you're traveling or close to home.
What's In The Box
Garmin nüvi 660, preloaded City Navigator NT for North America, FM traffic receiver with vehicle power cable, real-time traffic services (3-months free), suction cup mount, AC charger, dashboard disc, USB cable, leather carrying case, owner's manual and quick reference guide.
| Screen Size inches (w x h) | Included Maps | POIs | Directions in Real Street Names | Traffic | Bluetooth | Media | FM Transmitter (audio through car stereo system) | Multi- Point Routing | |||||
| Cont. U.S., Hawaii, and Puerto Rico | AK and Canada | Europe | capable | included | |||||||||
| nüvi 200 | 2.8 x 2.1 | ![]() | 6 million + | Photos | |||||||||
| nüvi 200w | 3.81 x 2.25 | ![]() | | 6 million + | Photos | ||||||||
| nüvi 250 | 2.8 x 2.1 | ![]() | ![]() | 6 million + | Photos | ||||||||
| nüvi 250w | 3.81 x 2.25 | ![]() | ![]() | 6 million + | Photos | ||||||||
| nüvi 260 | 2.8 x 2.1 | ![]() | ![]() | 6 million + | ![]() | Photos | |||||||
| nüvi 270 | 2.8 x 2.1 | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | 6 million + | Photos | |||||||
| nüvi 350 | 2.8 x 2.1 | ![]() | | 6 million + | ![]() | ![]() | Photos, MP3s | ||||||
| nüvi 360 | 2.8 x 2.1 | ![]() | ![]() | 6 million + | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | Photos, MP3s | |||||
| nüvi 370 | 2.8 x 2.1 | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | 6 million + | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | Photos, MP3s | ||||
| nüvi 650 | 3.81 x 2.25 | ![]() | | 6 million + | ![]() | ![]() | Photos, MP3s | ||||||
| nüvi 660 | 3.81 x 2.25 | ![]() | ![]() | 6 million + | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | Photos, MP3s | ![]() | ||||
| nüvi 670 | 3.81 x 2.25 | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | 6 million + | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | Photos, MP3s | ![]() | |||
| nüvi 680 | 3.81 x 2.25 | ![]() | ![]() | 6 million + | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | Photos, MP3s | ![]() | ||||
| nüvi 750 | 3.81 x 2.25 | ![]() | ![]() | 6 million + | ![]() | ![]() | Photos, MP3s | ![]() | ![]() | ||||
| nüvi 760 | 3.81 x 2.25 | ![]() | ![]() | 6 million + | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | Photos, MP3s | ![]() | ![]() | |||
| nüvi 770 | 3.81 x 2.25 | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | 6 million + | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | Photos, MP3s | ![]() | ![]() | ||
Customer Reviews
Garmin Nuvi 660 4.3
Hello, I was very satisfied with the performance of the nuvi 660. After i take out from the box, and do the comparison from Mapquest both are
90% accurate.I am tremendoulsy happy for this item and will definitely recommend to everyone.
Very reliable and great in every way
The Garmin Nuvi 660 is great! It gets a signal quickly and is accurate. Highly recommended.
Average Product
I bought the Garmin Nuvi from a "buy the best in class" attitude. I dont have any "huge" complaints about this unit with the exception that it did not "exceed" my expectation. Soon after buying, we had a trip to Canada (Ontario, Toronto) and the GPS did really well. It is EXCELLENT on taking detours and saved us a hell of time in traffic situations. As for features are concerned here are the details:
1. Bluetooth: Very good use. Excellent clarity and works wonderfully with bluetooth enabled phones (I have a AT&T Tilt). Replicates Address books etc., last dialed numbers et al
2. FM Transmitter: Not useful AT ALL !! Please do not pay high price for a product just for this feature. The noise from FM channel is very high and exteremly poor quality.
3. Navigation ability: Average. Does well to alert the driver well ahead in time. Although it did perform very well in Canada, in Chicago it has been average. From the Northern Suburbs to go to the City, it by default chooses local roads against freeways (Not sure if it does that to avoid the constructions on Edens) but takes definitely longer to arrive to destination. I had to force it to recalculate by taking the freeway. It also has trouble finding some of the addresses in subdivisions that are 3-4 years old in Vernon Hills!! NOT GOOD !! I had read that Garmin was one of the best in Navigation accuracy, but dont agree with that now. So in all Navigation ability is average.
4. POI's and other extras: FANTASTIC !! I can pull up restaurants around anyplace I go, Fuel, shopping etc. Has been a life saver especially in finding gas stations at unknown places that I couldnt have done without a GPS.
5. Traffic Alert: ALthough I have 3 months free subscription, not sure how to use this function. I tuned on to FM transmitter thinking that Unit may alert me but it did not. Not sure if I need to do anything different to configure it to work. But did NOT work for me when needed!!
6. Screen size: Excellent. I am glad it has a 4.3" screen. Very easy to look at.
In all I would rather go for the Nuvi 350 or anything lower than 660 and not pay for these other extra gizmos that dont seem to provide you any value. Thinking of exchanging mine!






A handy MP3 player lets you play songs stored on SD memory cards.
nüvi 250W accepts custom points of interest (POIs). View larger.










