Price Drop! Amazon has a Garmin nuvi 1490LMT GPS Sale sale for $179.99 $169.99 + Free Shipping.

About:

This is a discontinued model (new, not refurb), however you get lifetime map and traffic under $180 with a Bluetooth feature. From our own experience, Garmin nuvi models usually find routes faster than entry-level models.

This GPS also has an "ecoRoute" feature that calculates the most fuel-efficient routes, help you track fuel usage and more to be more green. The Bluetooth feature is great for hands-free calling while driving.

Garmin nuvi 1490LMT Features:

• A nice GPS with a large 5" touchscreen
• Sunlight-readable backlit TFT screen
• Bluetooth capability
• Nearly 6 million Points of Interest
• Spoken turn by turn directions
• Lifetime maps
• Live traffic reporting
• ecoRoute
• Weighs: 7.8 oz
• About 4 hours of battery life

Ideal User:

Great for anyone who wants to get a:

• GPS for road navigation that comes with traffic reporting
• Update-able maps with no extra cost
• Hands-free driving
• Under $150
• Do not mind that it is not the latest model

Reviews:

Amazon reviewers have given the Garmin Nuvi 1490LMT a 4 out of 5 stars.

Package Comes with:

• Garmin nuvi 1490LMT 5" GPS
•  Preloaded City Navigator NT North America (U.S and Canada)
• Car Charger with FM traffic receiver
• Vehicle Suction Cup Mount with dashboard disk
• USB Cable
• Quick Start Manual