Kia EV2: Driving your vehicle / Drive mode integrated control system

Kia EV2 (QV1, 2026-2026) Owner's Manual / Driving your vehicle / Drive mode integrated control system

The drive mode integrated control system allows the driver to select the drive mode appropriate for the surrounding environment in the Kia EV2.

DRIVE MODE

You may select the drive mode according to preference or road condition.

Press the DRIVE MODE button. The drive mode changes whenever you press the button.
DRIVE MODE will change to NORMAL mode when the vehicle is restarted.
Depending on the region, the vehicle switches to ECO mode or NORMAL mode upon restart.

DRIVE MODE	Characteristics
ECO	Helps improve efficiency for eco-friendly driving.
NORMAL	Provides smooth driving and a comfortable ride.
SPORT	Provides sporty riding.
SNOW	DRIVE MODE selectable for each preferred component within the theme system.

DRIVE MODE characteristics

DRIVE MODE

Characteristics	High electric energy economy mode designed to optimize range and efficiency in your Kia EV2	Normal driving mode providing a balanced everyday driving experience	Sporty driving mode offering sharper throttle response and dynamic performance	Snow driving mode tailored for enhanced traction and stability on slippery winter surfaces
Button activation	Press	Press	Press	Press
Cluster indicator		-
Regenerative braking level	0–3 (Existing value maintained regardless of drive mode)			0–1

Infotainment system

*: if equipped
Climate system control	ECO/NORMAL*	NORMAL	NORMAL	NORMAL
Brake mode	NORMAL/SPORT* (Mode can be set in infotainment system regardless of drive mode)

NOTE

If there is a problem with the instrument cluster, the drive mode will default to NORMAL mode and may not change to ECO mode or SPORT mode in your Kia EV2.
Efficiency depends on the driver's driving habits, external environment, and road condition.
In SPORT mode, the electric energy economy may decrease due to higher performance demands.

TIP

It is possible to set the climate system control and brake mode separately to match your personal preferences.

Select Settings > Vehicle > Drive Mode > Brake mode or ECO Mode Climate Control from the infotainment system.
The infotainment system interface may change after software updates. For more information, refer to the manual provided in the infotainment system and the quick reference guide.

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