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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR NIRO PLUG-IN HYBRID
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Using This Guide
The information contained in this guide is a brief overview that will help you become familiar with the operation and features of your new Kia vehicle. The flipbook format facilitates information access, while the detailed illustrations help to ensure the instructions are easy to follow.
This Features & Functions Guide, and the specific operational and safety information it provides, is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. In the interest of your safety and that of the vehicle’s occupants, and to help you avoid risks that may result in death or serious injury, Kia reminds you to carefully read your Owner’s Manual in order to fully familiarize yourself with the important information it contains.
While Kia endeavors to ensure that the information contained in this guide is accurate at the time of printing, Kia may change vehicle specifications without notice in advance or after the fact, and assumes no liability in connection with such changes.
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Hybrid/Plug-In Hybrid Indicators at Startup
A Hybrid System Gauge — Indicates how economically the vehicle is
being driven.
•CHARGE (Blue zone): High-efficiency range
•ECO (Green zone): Normal-efficiency range
•POWER (Grey zone): Low-efficiency range
B EV Mode — Illuminates when the electric motor is powering the vehicle.
C Ready — Illuminates when the hybrid system is operational. Even if the
engine is off, the vehicle can be driven.
D State of Charge (SOC) — Displays the hybrid battery charge status.
Hybrid/Plug-In Hybrid Modes
To change the Plug-In Hybrid Mode, press the EV/HEV button E (PHEV only);
switch between Electric (EV ) mode and Hybrid (HEV ) mode each time the
button is pressed. The LCD on the Instrument Cluster will display the following
messages:
•EV Electric Mode - Charge Depleting: The high-voltage
(hybrid) battery is being used to drive the vehicle.
•HEV Hybrid mode - Charge Sustaining: The high-voltage (hybrid)
battery and gasoline engine are being used to drive the vehicle.
REMINDER: Avoid starting or driving the vehicle when the fuel tank is empty. As the engine will be incapable of charging the high-voltage hybrid battery, the battery will lose its charge and may be damaged.
EV
HEV
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
(Type A cluster shown)
For more information, refer to the Owner’s Manual.
For more information, refer to the Owner’s Manual.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
AB
C
D
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Vehicle Settings* - Audio Head Unit
To enter the Vehicle Settings mode in the audio head unit A, press the SETUP key on the audio
head unit. Then press VEHICLE , which will take you to Vehicle Settings. Use the touchscreen
to navigate through the menus.
12:00 AM Jan. 1MenuVehicle SettingsDriving Convenience
Drive Mode
Climate
LightsDriver
AssistanceWarning TimingLateWarning VolumeOffDriver Attention Warning
A
Vehicle Settings:
Driver Assistance:
•Driving Convenience*
•Warning Time*
•Warning Volume*
•Driver Attention Warning*
•Forward Safety*
•Lane Safety*
•Blind-Spot Safety*
•Parking Safety*
•Drive Mode
•Drive Mode Alert*
Climate*:
•Recirculate Air*
•Automatic Ventilation*
•Defog/Defrost Options*
•Climate Features*
Lights*:
•Ambient Light*
•One Touch Turn Signal*
•Headlight Display*
•High Beam Assist*
Door*:
•Auto Lock*
•Auto Unlock*
•Walk-Away Lock*
•Two-Press Unlock*
•Smart Trunk*
Cluster*:
•Service Interval*
•Energy Consumption Reset*
•Content Selection*
•Cluster Voice Guidance Volume*
•Welcome Sound*
•Theme Selection*
Convenience*:
•Rear Occupant Alert*
•Welcome Mirror Light*
•Wireless Charging System*
•Vehicle Auto-Shut Off*
Seat*:
•Seat Position Change Alert*
•Smart Posture Care*
•Heated/ Ventilated Features*
•Seat Easy Access*
•Rear Seat Heating Control*
Reset:
•Reset Vehicle Settings to Factory Defaults
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LCD Display: Maintenance Video
Refer to Section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
VEHICLESETTINGS
VEHICLE SETTINGS

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AUTOOFF
(Buttons are located left of the Steering Wheel)
AB
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Niro EV Charging – Connecting & Disconnecting Video
Scheduled Charging* (Plug-In Hybrid Only)Charging Connector Auto/Lock Mode
(Plug-In Hybrid Only)Charging time can be set in the Plug-In Hybrid audio system
home screen, under charge management, or using the Kia
Access with UVO link app.
Charging with the UVO link Smartphone App:
The UVO link smartphone app can help you find the nearest
charging station and displays charging-status and the
Scheduled Charging information. On your Smartphone, go
to an app store or marketplace to download the UVO link
Smartphone app.
REMINDER: When Scheduled Charging is set and the charger is plugged in, charging will not begin until the set time & date are met to complete the charging. The green charge indicator on top of the dash will temporary flash ON/OFF to show that scheduled/reserve charging is set.
Deactivate Scheduled Charging - Depress the Deactivate
Scheduled Charging button B to disable the scheduled
charging feature when immediate charging is required.
The Charging Connector can be set to be locked or
unlocked while in the charging inlet. Press the AUTO
button A (LED lit) for the connector to lock while
charging and unlock automatically when charging is
complete.
When the AUTO button A is not pressed (LED not
lit), the mode will be set to LOCK. The connector will be
locked when charging and remain locked until all doors
are unlocked.
REMINDER: For more detail and/or subsequent steps in charging your vehicle, please see the Owner’s Manual.
When you press the Deactivate Scheduled Charging button the reserved charging setting will temporarily disable, and start immediate charging mode. If you need to completely deactivate the scheduled charge setting, change the setting from the audio control unit.
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• If the auto/lock mode is set to lock and the vehicle is unlocked but charging cable is not disconnected within 10 seconds, the connector will be automatically locked again
• If charging connector is unlocked but all doors are locked again, immediately, the connector will be automatically locked again
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HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID SYSTEM
HYBRID / PLUG-INHYBRID SYSTEM

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ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS (ADAS)
ADAS
The Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go* system is designed to maintain a predetermined distance from vehicles detected ahead
by automatically adjusting the driving speed as needed. When traffic is detected, the vehicle will automatically slow to maintain a
set distance between traffic without depressing the accelerator or brake pedal.
With the SCC on and activated and the vehicle distance set, when the system detects a vehicle slowing or stopping, it can bring
the vehicle to a complete stop. When the vehicle ahead starts to move forward, the SCC system re-engages. If the vehicle ahead
stops for more than 3 seconds, the accelerator pedal or the RES+ button must be pressed to start moving the vehicle.
On some models, press the Driving Assist Mode CRUISE button* on the Steering Wheel to activate and the speed will be set to the
current vehicle speed. SCC may decrease the speed to maintain the distance with the vehicle in front.
To set/adjust the SCC speed:
•Push the Driving Assist CRUISE button* A to turn the system ON & set the current speed (One-Touch Set). The cruise
indicator will illuminate on the instrument cluster
•Accelerate/decelerate to the desired speed and press lever B down to set the speed
•Press the RES+/SET- (+/-) button* B up/down to increase/decrease the set speed
•The SET indicator light, set speed and vehicle distance will illuminate on the instrument cluster’s LCD screen C
To set the vehicle distance: Press the Vehicle Distance button D on the steering wheel. The image on the LCD screen C will change when scrolling through
the settings. Each time the button is pressed, the vehicle distance changes.
To pause SCC operation: Press the RES+/-SE T button* B. The cruise indicator on the instrument cluster will turn OFF.
To turn SCC OFF: Press the Driving Assist CRUISE button A. The cruise indicator on the instrument cluster will turn OFF.
To adjust the sensitivity of the SCC system: Press the mode
button E on the Steering Wheel. With the OK button F, select
Driver Assistance, then SCC Response. Then select Fast, Normal or Slow.
To change the cruise control mode from SCC to standard cruise
control, press and hold button A. Repeat to switch back to SCC
mode ( The SCC system must not be activated to change modes.
Some Kia models use the CRUISE button).
Smart Cruise Control (SCC) with Stop & Go*†6a
The SCC system is a supplemental system and is not a substitute for safe driving. It is the responsibility of the driver to always check the speed and distance to the vehicle ahead.
See section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information. Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation.
CRUISE100 MPHCRUISE100 MPH
CRUISE60 MPHCRUISE100 MPHSmart Cruise Control
ModeCruise Control Mode
The distance settings are approximations and may vary depending on the vehicle speed at the time. See owner’s manual for more information.
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82ft
10 6 f t
( Type B Steering Wheel shown; buttons located on right side of Steering Wheel)
EA
F
D
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C
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Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go Video

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Refer to section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Headlight position
Parking light position
AUTO*Auto Light Position / DRL / HBA*
OFFOFF position
Headlights & High Beams
To o p e rate:
•Rotate lever to change the Headlight function
•Push lever to turn High Beams ON
•Pull lever to flash Headlights/High Beams
High Beam Assist (HBA)* – The High Beam Assist
is designed to automatically adjust the headlight
range by switching between high and low beams
based on light detected from oncoming vehicles
and road conditions.
When switch is in the AUTO position and the vehicle’s ignition
or the Engine Start /Stop button* is on, the High Beam Assist
will operate. To turn HBA off, change the switch setting.
AUTO Light position – When the light switch is in the AUTO Light position, the tail lights and
headlights will turn ON/OFF automatically depending on the amount of light outside the vehicle.
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)* – DRL may help others to see the front of your vehicle during
the day. The lights will be on automatically when the ignition or ENGINE START/STOP button* is
ON and the headlight switch is in the AUTO position, unless one of the following occurs:
•Headlights are on
•Parking brake is applied
•Fog lights are on
•Engine is turned off
Turn Signals & Fog Lights*
To o p e r a t e :
•Tu r n Signals - Move lever Up/Down for Right /
Left Turn Signal
•Fog Lights - Press switch A to turn Fog
Lights ON/OFF
One-Touch Lane Change Signal is activated by
briefly pressing the Turn Signal Lever slightly for
less than 1 second and then releasing. The lane
change signal will blink 3 times.
To change how many times (3/5/7) the Lane
Change Signal blinks, go to User Settings Mode
in the LCD Instrument Cluster modes.REMINDERS:
•
High Beam Assist does not operate below certain speeds, or in some lighting and driving conditions. Please be aware of your surroundings and exercise proper road etiquette when operating a vehicle while using the high beams
•HBA will operate when vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph
•
If the lever is pushed away from you while HBA is operational, HBA will turn off and the high beams will be on continuously. If the lever is pulled toward you while HBA is operational, HBA will turn off
•If the light switch is switched to the headlight position, HBA will turn off and low beams will be on continuously
•DRL only operates during the daytime
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The DRL system turns off when the headlights are ON, parking brake is applied or the front fog lights are turned on
REMINDER: Headlights must be ON for Fog Light operation.
ASTEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS

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If ignition is cycled, the Heated Steering Wheel turns OFF. Press button again to turn ON.
(Located below gear shift)
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Heated Steering Wheel Button*
Press button A to turn ON/OFF steering wheel heater while
the ignition or Engine Start /Stop button is in the ON position.
Steering wheel heater will turn off automatically in 30
minutes, or when button is pressed again to deactivate.
Steering wheel heater will turn ON or OFF automatically
depending on the steering wheel temperature.
REMINDER: If the steering wheel becomes too warm, turn the system off. The heated steering wheel may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time.
OFF
LO
HI
REAR
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•Pressing lever up increases Intermittent wipe frequency and wipe speed. Pressing lever down decreases frequency of wipes
•Set the wiper to OFF position when the wiper is not in use
•LO and HI sets wiper speed. No intermittent wipe function on Rear Wipers
Windshield/Rear Wipers & Washers
To operate Windshield Wipers and Washers:
•Move lever Up/Down to change Wiper modes
•Press switch B Up/Down to adjust Intermittent Wipe Speed
•Pull lever to spray and wipe
To operate Rear Wiper & Washer:
•Rotate Rear Wiper switch to change Wiper modes
•Push to spray and wipe
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Windshield M I S T: Single wipeOFF: Wiper offI N T:
Intermittent wipeLO: Slow wipeHI: Fast wipe
Rear HI: Continuous wipeLO: Intermittent* wipeOFF: Wiper off
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Wipers and Wipers Stalk Video
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS

Press briefly to do the following:• FM/AM mode: Play the previous/next frequency• MEDIA mode: Change the track, file or title (except for AUX )Press and hold to do the following (over 0.8 seconds):• FM/AM mode: Move quickly through all of the frequencies. When released, the system seeks the next available frequency• MEDIA mode: Rewinds or fast forwards the track or file (except for AUX and Bluetooth® Audio)
ENTER
PWR VOL
FILE
TUNE
RADIOMEDIA SEEKTRACK SETUP
Standard Audio System - Value* – FM/AM/SiriusXM® †17/Media (USB, Bluetooth® Au d io)*

•Volume level between different audio modes:
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When switching between audio modes (AM, FM, Bluetooth® Audio, etc.), the audio system saves the previous volume level you were listening to. For example, if you were listening to FM radio at volume level 20 then switched to Bluetooth® Audio and adjusted the volume level to 30, the volume level will be at 20 when you switch back to FM radio
-When using Bluetooth® Audio, the overall volume is dependent on your device’s volume. If the volume is turned down low on your device it will remain low even if the system volume is turned up
•This system supports Android Auto™ (USB & wireless connection) and Apple CarPlay® (wireless connection only)
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Navigation may be available when connected to Android Auto™ or Apple CarPlay® supported smartphones
•Voice Recognition function is available when connected to Android Auto™ and Apply CarPlay®
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At any time, you can interrupt Command Feedback by pressing the TALK button; when using the voice command feature, wait for the system to BEEP before speaking the command
•
A warning screen may appear periodically to remind users that the system should be operated when the engine is running to prevent battery discharge
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Press to Power ON/OFF. Rotate to adjust Volume
Press to select Custom key
Press to select FM/AM/ SiriusXM®* modes
Press to select MEDIA mode
Press to display SE TUP/Settings mode
In Radio/Media modes, rotate knob to search for stations/ channels/tracks/songs/files
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Standard Audio System - Value Videos
REMINDER: Driving while distracted is dangerous and should be avoided. Drivers should remain attentive to driving and always exercise caution when using the audio system controls while driving. To help minimize driver distraction, some audio system functionalities have been modified while the vehicle is in Drive, Reverse or moved out of Park.
Sound Settings: To adjust the sound settings:
1. Press the SETUP key on the audio head unit or the onscreen MENU button, when in
MEDIA mode. Select the onscreen SOUND button, or SOUND SET TINGS
2.
Select the menu item (Position, Volume, Tone, Priority, Advanced, Default, FM Radio
Noise Cancel*)
3.
Use the onscreen buttons to adjust settings. Press the return button to save
settings
Presets: Press the STAR button next to or below the Radio Station display. This saves
the current station as a preset
SiriusXM® Smart Favorites: For the first ten favorite SiriusXM® channels, you may play
live or repeat from the beginning of a song or a program segment. In Radio mode, choose
SiriusXM®, then select any of the first ten favorites. During song or program play, tap the
Skip Backward icon to start from the beginning of the song or program. Tap the Play Live
icon to return to the live broadcast
Custom Key H: A programmable key to provide quick access to one of several available
system features. To Program the Custom Key: Press and hold the Custom key. Select
one of the available features you would like the Custom key to open
For more information, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide. For other audio system information, refer to pages 36-44.
AUDIO SYSTEMS
AUDIOSYSTEMS
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