KIA Niro: Driving the hybrid/plug-in hybrid vehicle

KIA Niro EV, Hybrid - Second generation - (SG2) (2021-2024) - Owner's manual / Hybrid system overview (Kia NIRO Hybrid) / Driving the hybrid/plug-in hybrid vehicle

Starting the vehicle

Vehicles with smart key system Carry the smart key or leave it inside the vehicle. Make sure the parking brake is firmly applied. Place the shift dial in P (Park). With the shift dial in N (Neutral), you cannot start the vehicle. De

EV button

Whenever you press the EV button, Plug-in hybrid system drive mode will be changed in sequential as: Automatic (AUTO) mode - Hybrid (CS) mode - Electric (CD) mode. Press and hold the EV button to change to EV+ mode. Each time the mode is

Special features

Hybrid vehicles sound different than gasoline engine vehicles. When the hybrid system operates, you may hear a sound from the hybrid battery system behind the rear seat. If you apply the accelerator pedal rapidly, you may hear an unconventional

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Important - use of compact spare tire

The compact spare tire is smaller than a conventional tire and is designed for temporary use only. Precautions Do not exceed 80 km/h (50 mph). Drive slowly enough to avoid all hazards. Continuous road use could result in tire failure, lo

Locking/unlocking/remote starting/remote parking with the smart key (Kia Niro EV)

Smart key Lock Unlock Tailgate unlock/open Remote start Remote Start Parking Assist (Forward) Remote Start Parking Assist (Backward) Operation Press the corresponding button. Press the door lock button (1) and hold the remo