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product_id: 524739410
title: "Drive™ 53 GPS Navigator, High-Resolution Touchscreen, Simple On-Screen Menus and Easy-to-See Maps, Driver Alerts"
brand: "garmin"
price: "KSh34629"
currency: KES
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 12
category: "Garmin"
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# 5” high-res capacitive touchscreen Smart driver alerts for safety Detailed North America map updates Drive™ 53 GPS Navigator, High-Resolution Touchscreen, Simple On-Screen Menus and Easy-to-See Maps, Driver Alerts

**Brand:** garmin
**Price:** KSh34629
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🛣️ Navigate smarter, arrive cooler — never miss a turn or a trend!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Drive™ 53 GPS Navigator, High-Resolution Touchscreen, Simple On-Screen Menus and Easy-to-See Maps, Driver Alerts by garmin
- **How much does it cost?** KSh34629 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.ke](https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/524739410-drive-53-gps-navigator-high-resolution-touchscreen-simple-on-screen)

## Best For

- garmin enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted garmin brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Road Trip Ready:** Integrated Tripadvisor ratings highlight top dining, lodging, and attractions along your journey.
- • **Reliable & Easy Updates:** 16GB memory and USB connectivity make map updates seamless and hassle-free.
- • **Crystal-Clear Navigation:** Bright 5-inch glass touchscreen ensures effortless route viewing even in bright sunlight.
- • **Stay Ahead with Smart Alerts:** Real-time warnings for school zones, sharp curves, and speed changes keep you confidently in control.
- • **Explore National Parks Like a Pro:** Built-in directory guides you to visitor centers and landmarks within U.S. national parks.

## Overview

The Garmin Drive™ 53 is a sleek, 5-inch GPS navigator featuring a high-resolution capacitive touchscreen, comprehensive North America maps with free updates, and advanced driver alerts for enhanced safety. Designed for effortless use, it integrates Tripadvisor ratings and a national parks directory to elevate every road trip experience.

## Description

Simplify your drive with Garmin Drive™ 53, the 5” GPS navigator that helps you reach your destination. It features a bright 5” high-resolution glass touchscreen display and modern, beautiful design. With driver alerts, gain more situational awareness for sharp curves, speed changes, school crossings and more. Garmin Drive 53 shows food, fuel and rest stops along your active route. Make the most of road trips by checking the included Tripadvisor® traveler ratings for top-rated restaurants, hotels and attractions. Use the U.S. national parks directory to find visitor centers and notable landmarks within the parks. The Garmin Drive 53 navigator also includes detailed map updates of North America.

Review: finally - This version works very well. It responds quickly, it set up easily and has no issues. I've had perhaps 10 of these garmins over the years. This is the first one that doesn't have any problems.
Review: Great little unit - I previously had a Garmin Nuvi2555 and I’d loved it. I like simplicity, not a lot of bells and whistles. I just want to know how to get where I want to go and back again. This GPS is very comparable to my Nuvi, but it was 12+ years old and quit so I needed a replacement. (It only steered me wrong 3 times in all those years!) The Drive 53 is just what I wanted. The functions are pretty much the same with a few extras. It’s easy to operate, but be sure you get a memory card. You cannot update without one. There are higher priced units that offer more options, with bigger screens, but if you just want basic functions made by someone who’s been doing it successfully for many years, this is a great unit. For the difference in cost get the “new” not the refurbished.

## Features

- Bright, high-resolution 5” glass capacitive touchscreen display lets you easily view your route
- Get more situational awareness with alerts for school zones, speed changes, sharp curves and more
- View food, fuel and rest areas along your active route, and see upcoming cities and milestones
- View Tripadvisor traveler ratings for top-rated restaurants, hotels and attractions to help you make the most of road trips
- Directory of U.S. national parks simplifies navigation to entrances, visitor centers and landmarks within the parks
- Includes detailed map updates of the North America
- Provides spoken turn-by-turn directions with Garmin Real Directions landmark guidance feature

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0BSVQ37CB |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,128 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #2 in GPS Units #4 in Electronics & Gadgets |
| Connectivity technologies | USB |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (1,542) |
| Date First Available | April 12, 2023 |
| Department | mens |
| Human Interface Input | Touchscreen |
| Item Weight | 2.43 ounces |
| Item model number | 010-02858-00 |
| Manufacturer | Garmin |
| OS | Proprietary (Garmin) |
| Other display features | Wireless |
| Product Dimensions | 4.97 x 3.33 x 0.67 inches |
| RAM | 16 GB |
| Scanner Resolution | 480 x 272 |
| Special features | Touchscreen |
| Whats in the box | Garmin Drive 53, vehicle suction cup, vehicle power cable, USB cable and documentation |

## Product Details

- **Audio Output Mode:** Stereo
- **Battery Life:** 1 Hours
- **Brand:** Garmin
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB
- **Included Components:** Garmin Drive 53, vehicle suction cup, vehicle power cable, USB cable and documentation
- **Map Type:** North America
- **Model Name:** Garmin Drive™ 53
- **Screen Size:** 4.97 Inches
- **Special Feature:** Touchscreen
- **Vehicle Service Type:** Car

## Images

![Drive™ 53 GPS Navigator, High-Resolution Touchscreen, Simple On-Screen Menus and Easy-to-See Maps, Driver Alerts - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71iDa7by8jL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is it free maps upgrades?**
A: Map updates are included, yes.

**Q: Does this include lifetime map updates? I don’t see the LT to indicate lifetime maps.**
A: yes they update

**Q: Se pueden cargar mapas de america del sur?**
A: Sí, City Navigator® Sudamérica NT
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EL NÚMERO DE PIEZA 010-D1138-00 es compatible con Drive 53, el mapeo se vende por separado.

**Q: What is the storage capacity and can you increase storage with sd card?**
A: You can expand the storage capacity by using a micro SD card up to 256GB.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ finally
*by N***O on January 8, 2026*

This version works very well. It responds quickly, it set up easily and has no issues. I've had perhaps 10 of these garmins over the years. This is the first one that doesn't have any problems.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great little unit
*by C***U on October 19, 2025*

I previously had a Garmin Nuvi2555 and I’d loved it. I like simplicity, not a lot of bells and whistles. I just want to know how to get where I want to go and back again. This GPS is very comparable to my Nuvi, but it was 12+ years old and quit so I needed a replacement. (It only steered me wrong 3 times in all those years!) The Drive 53 is just what I wanted. The functions are pretty much the same with a few extras. It’s easy to operate, but be sure you get a memory card. You cannot update without one. There are higher priced units that offer more options, with bigger screens, but if you just want basic functions made by someone who’s been doing it successfully for many years, this is a great unit. For the difference in cost get the “new” not the refurbished.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A good GPS, but a little misleading
*by R***K on October 16, 2025*

Garmin makes good GPSs, and this is no exception. Compared to some other ones I've seen, this is good because it is not trying to be your music system, or your calculator, or your smart phone - it is JUST a GPS, and does it well. So why the 4 stars? Two things. First off, it is disappointing that Garmin is still using old USB formats for their cable, and they stick straight out from the back of the unit. That makes it hard to mount on the dash, if you are clipping it into vents. They may be expecting that you use their post that suction/glues in place, but I have never had good luck with those. The second is that if you look online, you are going to see stuff that says that the Drive 53 can be updated wirelessly. This is NOT TRUE for this unit. Now, the page doesn't say it will, so Garmin is not lying. However, since it doesn't give much in terms of actual info, and what you find online is misleading... I am not impressed. (Wireless was something I was specifically looking for.) Both of these issues are not major, so I am only knocking off a star. I just wish it was different. Still think it is a good GPS, still kept it. Would still buy a Garmin again. (Even though they are a bit more expensive.)

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*Last updated: 2026-02-24*