Using the Electric Vehicle menu (EV only)

You can use various EV-specific functions, such as driving and energy information views and vehicle charge scheduling.

On the All Menus screen, press EV.

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
If the vehicle is type 2, it is possible to change the graphic theme to white or black. ▶ See "Graphic Themes (if equipped)."

Electric Vehicle screen (EV only)

The Electric Vehicle screen provides the following features and information:

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View the current battery level.
- If you press the vehicle image, the energy information screen appears.
Can search for nearby charging stations.
- The details of charging stations displayed on the map screen may not match the actual information.
View the distance to empty for the current climate control settings.
- The details of drivable range displayed on the map screen may not match the actual information.
Set the next departure time. ▶ See "Setting the next departure time (EV only)."
Configure settings to perform charging and/or climate control according to the departure time. ▶ See "Scheduling a charge and climate controls (EV only)."
- If you are subscribed to the Kia Connect service, you can configure Scheduled Climate settings from the Kia Connect App.
Set an electricity usage limit (if equipped). ▶ See "Setting an electricity usage limit (EV only) (if equipped)."
You can set to enable the Electric Vehicle mode. ▶ See "Configuring the EV settings (EV only)."
Move to the EV Range screen.
The list of menu items appears.
- • Display Off: Turns off the screen. To switch the screen back on, press the screen or briefly press the power button.
- • Energy Information: You can view the drivable range, expected time required to complete charging, fuel efficiency graph and power consumption. ▶ See "Viewing the battery status/electricity use/EV economy history (EV only)."
- • Charging Station List: Can search for nearby charging stations. ▶ See "Searching for nearby charging stations (EV only)."
- • EV Settings: You can set to enable the Electric Vehicle mode. ▶ See "Configuring the EV settings (EV only)."
- • User's Manual on Web (QR Code): Displays the QR code that provides access to the online user manual for the system.
- • Split Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.

The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
If the vehicle is type 2, it is possible to change the graphic theme to white or black. ▶ See "Graphic Themes (if equipped)."

Using the maximum power output mode (if equipped)

This feature controls the battery temperature to ensure the maximum power output. Using this feature may decrease the driving range of the vehicle.

Turn on split screen mode, and press Maximum Power Output Mode.

Maximum power output mode is activated only when the battery SoC is more than 70%.
Maximum power output mode is turned off if the battery SoC is low or the connection to the vehicle system is poor.

Navigation to a route via EV charging stations (EV only) (if equipped)

Provides a route that goes via charging stations, if the battery level is low and the vehicle cannot reach a waypoint or the destination.

On the All Menus screen, press Navigation Menu and set the destination. ▶ See 'Various ways to find routes.'
To use a route that goes via charging stations, press Yes.
Confirm the charging stations and destination shown in the map, and press Start Guidance.
Navigation begins, by the route that goes via charging stations begins.
- View or edit recommended charging stations in Navigation Menu ▶ Edit Route.

Searching for nearby charging stations (EV only)

If the distance to the set destination exceeds the drivable range, you can use the function that guides you along a route with charging stations within the drivable range.

Depending on the third-party service provider, basic information or status information on some charging stations may differ.

Perform any of the following methods:
- • On the Electric Vehicle screen, press the Charging Station icon.
- • On the All Menus screen, press Navigation Menu ▶ Nearby POIs ▶ EV Charging Stations.
Specify the range of search from the left of the screen, and then select a charging station from the right.
- To view specific charging stations only, press the and select a charging speed and operating organization.
- To set a charging stations as a favorite, press to the right of its name. When a frequently visiting place is set as a favorite, you can easily search the location from the Favorite Stations menu.
Check the location of the destination and then press Route.

Viewing the drivable range (EV only)

Can check the drivable range under the remaining battery amount.

The details of drivable range displayed on the map screen may not match the actual information.

Perform any of the following methods:
- • On the Electric Vehicle screen, press .
- • On the Navigation screen, press ▶ EV Range.
On the EV Range screen, check how far you can drive with the current battery level.

Viewing the battery status/electricity use/EV economy history (EV only)

You can view the drivable range, expected time required to complete charging, fuel efficiency graph and power consumption.

Press the vehicle image on the Electric Vehicle screen.
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Type2
- The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
- If the vehicle is type 2, it is possible to change the graphic theme to white or black. ▶ See "Graphic Themes (if equipped)."
On the Energy Information screen, select to view the item.
- To access the online user's manual of the system from the Energy Information screen, press ▶ User's Manual on Web (QR Code) and scan the QR code.

Viewing the Battery Status

You can see the drivable distance and the estimated charging time.

On the Energy Information screen, press the Battery Status.

With the DC/AC charger, you can see the charging time to the target battery amount and the estimated drivable distance when fully charged. To set a target battery level, drag the control bar.
The details of drivable range displayed on the map screen may not match the actual information.
When accessing the energy information screen during charging or power transmission, the displayed screen is different depending on the charging / power transmission status.

Viewing the Electricity Use

You can view the power consumed by the drivetrain, climate control, electrical systems and battery care function.

On the Energy Information screen, press the Electricity Use.

Viewing the EV Economy History

You can view a graph of fuel efficiencies on individual dates.

On the Energy Information screen, press the EV Economy History.

Setting the next departure time (EV only)

Set the next departure time.

On the Electric Vehicle screen, press Next Departure.
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Type2
- The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
- If the vehicle is type 2, it is possible to change the graphic theme to white or black. ▶ See "Graphic Themes (if equipped)."
Select the departure time and then press for the item.
- To access the online user manual of the system from the Next Departure screen, press ▶ User's Manual on Web (QR Code) and scan the QR code.
Set the time and day and then press OK.

Scheduling a charge and climate controls (EV only)

You can configure various functions such as automatic battery charging or climate control according to the specified departure time.

On the Electric Vehicle screen, press Scheduled Charging.
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Type2
- The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
- If the vehicle is type 2, it is possible to change the graphic theme to white or black. ▶ See "Graphic Themes (if equipped)."
Select and then change the settings.

To access the online user manual of the system from the Scheduled Charging and Climate screen, press ▶ User's Manual on Web (QR Code) and scan the QR code.

Scheduling a charging

Set a schedule to automatically charge the vehicle according to the next departure time.

On the Electric Vehicle screen, press Scheduled Charging.
Select Scheduled Charging and press .
Select and then change the settings.
1. You can set the off-peak electricity time.
2. You can charge the battery for the next departure, primarily using off-peak hours to benefit from lower rates.
3. You can charge the battery only during off-peak hours that offer a lower charging rate benefit.
Press OK.

Scheduled charging is performed only when the charging connector is connected to the vehicle.

Scheduling climate controls (if equipped)

Configure settings to perform climate control at the next departure time.

If you are subscribed to the Kia Connect service, you can configure Scheduled Climate settings from the Kia Connect App.

On the Electric Vehicle screen, press Scheduled Charging and Climate.
Select Scheduled Climate and press .
Set the desired temperature and auto defogging and then press OK.

Setting an electricity usage limit (EV only) (if equipped)

Set an electricity usage limit.

V2L is an abbreviation of Vehicle To Load.

On the Electric Vehicle screen, press Electricity Use Settings (V2L).
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Type2
- The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
- If the vehicle is type 2, it is possible to change the graphic theme to white or black. ▶ See "Graphic Themes (if equipped)."
Set the minimum battery level.
The battery power is consumed, with the exception of the power equivalent to the minimum battery level.

When an electricity usage limit is set, you cannot go below the minimum battery level when using power.
To access the online user manual of the system from the EV Charge Transfer Settings screen, press ▶ User's Manual on Web (QR Code) and scan the QR code.

Configuring the EV settings (EV only)

You can set convenience features available for electric vehicles.

On the Electric Vehicle screen, press .
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Type2
- The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
- If the vehicle is type 2, it is possible to change the graphic theme to white or black. ▶ See "Graphic Themes (if equipped)."
Select and then change the settings.
- Available options may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

Max. % Charge (if equipped)

You can set the battery amount to charge.

AC charging ensures the optimal battery performance for a long time compared to DC charging.
When the battery amount reaches the target level, charging stops. When you charge only the required battery amount, it can ensure the optimal battery performance for a long time, compared to full battery charging.

AC Charging Current (if equipped)

You can set the charging current depending on the installed charger type.

The charging time may vary depending on charging conditions.
If a problem occurs during charging, lower the charging current and try again. If you lower the charging current, it may take longer to charge the battery.

Winter Mode (if equipped)

Can increase the battery temperature in advance to enhance the charging and driving performance when scheduling charge or climate controls in winter. This decreases the drivable distance because it causes to drain the battery faster.

Utility Mode (if equipped)

Turns on utility mode. When this function is on, electric systems on the vehicle are operated using the driving (high-voltage) battery.

To turn off utility mode, press the Start button.

Smart Regeneration System (if equipped)

Adjusts regeneration level automatically according to the current driving situation.

Charging Connector Locking Mode (if equipped)

Configure the lock mode setting for the connected charging cable.

Charging Voice Prompts (if equipped)

Provides voice prompts about charging status when the vehicle starts charging.

To turn off the Charging Voice Prompts, press Off.