Kia EV2: Infotainment system / AI Assistant

Kia EV2 (QV1, 2026-2026) Owner's Manual / Controls and Features / Infotainment system / AI Assistant

Infotainment display inside the Kia EV2 showing the active AI Assistant voice recognition interface

The intelligent AI Assistant built into your Kia EV2 can be effortlessly operated using advanced voice recognition technology, allowing you to control cabin settings and retrieve information hands-free.

To activate the system instantly, press the designated AI Assistant steering wheel button or clearly speak the voice wake-up phrase "Hey, Kia."

Example (Vehicle control)

"Turn on the air conditioner."
"Turn off the air conditioner."

Example (Question)

"Can you explain why the ocean is blue in a way that a 7-year-old can understand?"

NOTE

The onboard AI Assistant utilizes large language models that may occasionally generate inaccurate or approximate answers. Please independently verify any critical navigational, technical, or safety details separately.

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