Garmin GPSMAP 8612xsv 12" Combo GPS/Fishfinder GN+

Garmin GPSMAP 8600 GN+

GPSMAP 8612xsv premium touchscreen chartplotter

The easy-to-use GPSMAP xsv combo brings premium MFD performance into a clean touchscreen package for serious anglers, cruisers, sailors, and sail racers. Use it as the center of a Garmin helm with built-in Garmin Navionics+ mapping, full HD IPS clarity, xsv sonar support, SmartMode station controls, and Garmin Marine Network expansion.

Why this display

The GPSMAP 8612xsv is built for serious marine electronics systems where charts, radar, sonar, cameras, engine data, and autopilot may all share the helm. Full HD IPS touchscreen with wide viewing angles, superior clarity, strong sunlight readability, and better visibility with polarized sunglasses. Choose this model when you want a premium Garmin touchscreen that can anchor a larger networked setup.

Key features

• Premium touchscreen control: designed for a clean glass-helm style Garmin installation with simple flat or flush mounting options.
• Garmin charting: includes Garmin Navionics+ U.S./Canada for the mapping package shown on this listing.
• Network expansion: works as part of a compatible Garmin Marine Network with radar, sonar, cameras, autopilot, engine data, and additional displays.
• Sonar setup: Built-in xsv sonar support; transducer sold separately.

Sonar and fishing features

• Traditional and scanning sonar support: built-in support for 1 kW dual-channel CHIRP traditional sonar plus ClearVü and SideVü scanning sonar. Compatible transducers are sold separately.
• ClearVü and SideVü coverage: scan below and around the boat with compatible transducers, including scanning sonar support up to 1,000 feet at 260 kHz where conditions and equipment allow.
• Live sonar support: pair with compatible Garmin live sonar options to see around the boat in real time. Live sonar transducers are sold separately.
• Fishing control integration: compatible Force trolling motor and Power-Pole shallow water anchor integrations can bring advanced boat positioning controls to the chartplotter.

Navigation, sailing, and helm control

• Preloaded mapping: built-in Garmin Navionics+ coastal and inland mapping with Auto Guidance+ planning technology and a 1-year subscription for downloadable daily updates on select chartplotters.
• Optional Garmin Navionics Vision+: upgrade for premium chart features such as high-resolution relief shading, satellite imagery, sonar imagery, and more where available.
• Garmin SailAssist and sailing polars: view laylines, race start guidance, enhanced wind rose, wind data, tide/current/time slider, set and drift, wind speed, and polars for sail planning.
• ActiveCaptain app support: built-in Wi-Fi pairs with the mobile app for OneChart access, smart notifications, software updates, Helm features, Quickdraw Community data, and more.
• OneHelm and inReach integration: compatible third-party controls and paired inReach satellite communicators can be accessed from the chartplotter when properly equipped.

Connected helm control

• SmartMode station controls: create one-touch helm views for docking, cruising, fishing, cameras, radar, media, and other high-attention moments.
• GRID 20 remote ready: add the optional GRID 20 remote input device for intuitive remote control of a compatible Garmin marine system.
• Power-Pole shallow water anchor integration: when properly equipped with compatible Garmin and Power-Pole hardware, control smart anchor deployment, jog, auto stow, anchor drag detection, and end-of-route anchoring from the chartplotter.
• Force trolling motor integration: compatible Garmin Force trolling motors can be controlled from the display as part of a complete Garmin fishing setup.
• Engine and third-party integration: connect compatible engines, digital switching, weather, Fusion audio, media, VHF, AIS, and select OneHelm devices from one screen.

Connections and expansion

Plan the installation around the display size, sonar configuration, radar and camera needs, chart storage, and the rest of the Garmin network. The connection highlights below help shoppers understand how this GPSMAP fits into a larger helm.

Spec highlights

Choosing the right Garmin GPSMAP 8600 GN+ model

Use this section after reviewing the current product. It compares only similar GPSMAP 8600 GN+ touchscreen displays, so shoppers are not pushed into unrelated Garmin pages too early.

GPSMAP 8610xsv

10-inch touchscreen · Garmin Navionics+ U.S./Canada · Base chartplotter + xsv sonar option

Best for compact premium helms where touchscreen control and Garmin Marine Network expansion matter with built-in xsv sonar flexibility.

View xsv model

GPSMAP 8612xsv (Current Display)

12-inch touchscreen · Garmin Navionics+ U.S./Canada · Base chartplotter + xsv sonar option

Best for mid-size premium helms that need a clean Garmin touchscreen with room for charts, radar, and connected accessories with built-in xsv sonar flexibility.

Current Display

GPSMAP 8616xsv

16-inch touchscreen · Garmin Navionics+ U.S./Canada · Base chartplotter + xsv sonar option

Best for larger offshore and cruising helms that benefit from split-screen charts, radar overlay, sonar views, and connected data with built-in xsv sonar flexibility.

View xsv model

GPSMAP 8624

24-inch touchscreen · Garmin Navionics+ U.S./Canada · Base chartplotter

Best for large glass-helm installations that need maximum screen room for charts, radar, engine data, cameras, and system control where sonar is handled through a separate Garmin network module or display.

View display

Frequently asked questions

MPN: 010-02092-51 · UPC/GTIN: 753759285401