Voice functions

Voice recognition

With the voice recognition function, you can access various functions of the infotainment system without manipulating the screen or buttons. This function prevents driver distraction and dangerous situations.

Use voice commands to access various functions easily.

Type1

Type2

  • The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
  • Note the following to ensure accurate recognition of your voice command.
    • Press the Voice Recognition button. After a beep sound, say your voice command.
    • Pronounce a command accurately and naturally, without pausing between words, like you would in a conversation.
    • The microphone is located above the driver's head. Say your command while maintaining an upright posture. The microphone location may differ depending on the vehicle.
  • Voice recognition is automatically ended when:
    • You make or receive a call.
    • The front or rear cameras operate (if equipped).
    • A button is pressed to run another function (e.g., radio or media change).
    • Rerouting or other unexpected action is made due to deviation from the route during guidance.
  • Voice recognition may not work properly when:
    • The sunroof or windows are open so the wind is strong.
    • The fan speed of the air conditioner or heater is high.
    • The vehicle is passing through a tunnel.
    • The vehicle is driving on an unpaved road and its noise and vibration are loud.
    • Noise is loud due to a heavy rain or storm.
  • When using speech recognition, some commands may not be supported depending on the vehicle model and type.
  • Special characters included in a contact are not recognized by voice (e.g., School_John, John!).
  • Voice recognition is supported only for certain languages. If you change the system language, voice recognition may not be supported.
  • Some functions are available only if you are subscribed to the Kia Connect service.
  • If the vehicle is type 2, it is possible to change the graphic theme to white or black. ▶  See "Graphic Themes (if equipped)."
  1. On the steering wheel, press the Voice Recognition button.

    When a beep sound is heard, voice recognition starts.

    • When you change the language displayed on the system to English, the Voice Recognition feature is not supported. Change the system language to Korean (한국어). To set a system language, press Setup ▶ General ▶ Language.
    • If you press the Voice Recognition button when the system is waiting for a voice command, the standby time is extended.
    • If you press the Voice Recognition button in the middle of voice guidance on the voice recognition function, the voice guidance is skipped.
  2. Say a voice command as required (e.g., 라디오). ▶ See "List of voice commands" or "Viewing available voice commands."

    The recognized command appears and the corresponding function is performed.

    • Some functions may require additional commands.
    • If multiple search results are found, follow the on-screen instructions to say the number you want to run.
    • The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

Ending voice recognition mode

To end the voice recognition, perform one of the following methods:

  • •  In standby mode for voice recognition, say "종료".
  • •  On the voice recognition screen, press 종료.
  • •  On the steering wheel, press and hold the Voice Recognition button.

Using voice recognition via phone projection

Use the voice recognition function on your smartphone via phone projection. ▶ See "Using the phone projection function."

Using favorite places with voice recognition

Save your home, office or other frequently visited places as favorites, and use voice recognition to set one of those places as a destination. ▶ See "Setting a favorite as a destination."

Adjusting the voice guidance volume

When voice recognition mode is on, you can adjust the volume by using either the volume button on the steering wheel or the volume knob.

Viewing available voice commands

Turn on voice recognition mode and then say "전체 기능" to view all commands that are available for use.

  • The All functions screen can be controlled by touch only and does not recognize voice commands.
  • To redirect to the Voice Recognition screen, press the 음성인식.
  • Press 종료 to end voice recognition.
  • Some functions may not be supported depending on the vehicle's options.

For more voice commands, activate voice recognition and say "전체 기능".

Function

Description

Command

Kakao's voice recognition
(if equipped)

With Kakao's artificial intelligence (AI) platform-based voice recognition service, you can use voice commands to search and view a variety of latest information, e.g., route guidance, news and weather forecast.

주요 뉴스 알려줘

오늘 축구 경기 일정 알려줘

  • To use the Kakao voice recognition service, subscribe to the Kia Connect service. ▶ See "Subscribing to the service."
  • Depending on the database updates on the Kakao server, available content or voice commands are subject to change.
  • Some vehicle controls may not be supported depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

Connected-car voice recognition
(if equipped)

With the connected car platform-based voice recognition service, you can do a voice search for vehicle-specific features and information and view the results.

엔진 경고등이 뭐야?

차량 진단 실행해줘

  • To use the connected-car voice recognition service, subscribe to the Kia Connect service. ▶ See "Subscribing to the service."
  • Depending on the database updates on the connected-car server, available content or voice commands are subject to change.

Call

Make a phone call to a contact saved in your contact list.

<이름>에게 전화

<이름> 휴대폰에 전화

  • To use call-related commands, make sure that a Bluetooth phone is connected and the contacts have been downloaded. ▶ See "Connecting a Bluetooth device."

Search

Search the settings menu.

설정 검색

설정 검색 <설정 메뉴>

Settings control

Change the settings menu status.

<키워드> 설정 켜줘

<키워드> 설정 바꿔줘

Navigation

Run navigation, and set a destination or waypoints.

길 안내

주변 검색

  • When "길 안내" command is used, the destination is searched within the current city or province. To set the destination in another city or province, say the city or province and then say the destination.

Radio/Media

Run the radio/media function.

라디오/미디어/음악

FM (에프엠) <주파수>

AM (에이엠) <주파수>

Car to Home
(if equipped)

Run the car to home function.

카투홈 조명 켜줘/꺼줘

카투홈 플러그 켜줘/꺼줘

  • Internet connection is required to use Car to Home commands. Available options may vary depending on the device.
  • To ensure safety, only the closing option is available for gas shut off valve.
  • Turning the power on or off using the Car to Home command controls power supply to all devices in the same list.

Rear-seat function
(if equipped)

Run the rear-seat function.

후석 대화

후석 취침 모드

  • Some rear-seat function commands may not be supported depending on the vehicle model and type.

Level adjustment
(if equipped)

Adjust the settings level of the system such as brightness and volume.

화면 밝기 올려줘

미디어 음량 올려줘

음성인식 음량 줄여줘

  • Some commands may not be supported depending on the vehicle model and type.