Kia EV2: Smart regeneration system / Smart regeneration system operation

• Pull and hold the right side ( ) of the paddle shifter for approximately more than 1 second to activate smart regeneration system. ( ) indicator will appear on the instrument cluster.

• Pull and hold the right side ( ) of the paddle shifter again for approximately more than 1 second to deactivate smart regeneration system. ( ) indicator will disappear on the instrument cluster.

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Smart regeneration system will automatically deactivate when:

• You shift to P (Park), R (Reverse), or N (Neutral).

• Cruise Control (CC) or Smart Cruise Control (SCC) is operating.

• Electronic Stability Control (ESC) or the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) is operating.

• DRIVE MODE is in SNOW mode.

Operating conditions

• The road gradient changes

• The distance from the vehicle ahead increases or decreases

• The speed of the vehicle ahead increases or decreases

• Taking a left or right turn in the crossroads

• Approaching a roundabout

Non-operating conditions

• You shift to P (Park), R (Reverse), or N (Neutral).

• Cruise Control (CC) or Smart Cruise Control (SCC) is operating.

• Electronic Stability Control (ESC) or the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) is operating.

WARNING

• Smart regeneration system, which automatically controls regenerative braking during coasting, is a supplemental system for driver convenience in your Kia EV2.

• Do not rely solely on this system to stop the vehicle. The system cannot fully stop the vehicle in all situations or prevent all collisions.

• Braking may be insufficient if a vehicle ahead stops suddenly, cuts in unexpectedly, or when driving on steep slopes.

• Always remain alert and observe road conditions to prevent unexpected situations.

• When the smart regeneration system automatically cancels, adjust your speed by using the accelerator or brake pedal according to road conditions.

NOTE

• If the front radar does not detect a vehicle ahead, the ( ) indicator appears in white.

• If a vehicle ahead is detected, the ( ) indicator appears in blue. In this case, the vehicle decelerates automatically based on the distance and speed of the vehicle ahead, and the regenerative braking level is displayed with an arrow symbol.

• If the brake pedal is pressed whilst the system is active, the current regenerative braking level is maintained. If the accelerator pedal is pressed, the system is temporarily deactivated.

• The infotainment system may change after a software update. For more details, refer to the user’s manual in the infotainment system or the quick reference guide.