KIA NIRO 2020 Features and Functions Guide
Manufacturer: KIA, Model Year: 2020, Model line: NIRO, Model: KIA NIRO 2020Pages: 58, PDF Size: 4.98 MB
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9*IF EQUIPPED ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS .
Service Interval Mode
To enter Service Interval mode, press the Mode 
button A, User Settings , then scroll to Service 
Mode  and press the OK button B . System will 
display the number of miles remaining until next 
service is due, as well as the type of service .
When service is required, 
the following will be 
displayed: 
Service Required
To reset the Service Interval 
mode system, press and 
hold the OK button B for 
more than 1 second .
To turn Service In OFF,  
go to User Settings . 
Service Interval Setting
To set the service interval 
when in User Settings 
mode:
 •Press the OK button B up/down and scroll  
to Service Interval . Press the OK button B  
to enter
 •Press the OK button B up/down and toggle to 
ON, then press the OK button B again . Then 
press the OK button B to scroll and select the 
desired miles or months for your next service
 •Press the OK button B again
User Settings
To enter the User Settings mode in the LCD Instrument Cluster Modes,  
ensure that the vehicle is at a stand still, shift lever in Park, and place the 
Engine Start /Stop button or Key in the ON position  . Then press the Mode  
button A and select User Settings  .
You can navigate the selections on the display by pressing the OK button B up/down, and then selecting the item by pressing the OK button B again .
  To view a video on your mobile device, snap these QR Codes or visit the listed website .
Refer to page 2 for more information  .
LCD Display Video
LCD Display: Maintenance Video 
QR CODES
www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
Service in
Off
0000mi.
Service Required
0000mi.Driving Assistance*: •Smart Cruise Control (SCC) Reaction •Driving Assist •Driver Attention Warning (DAW)* •Warning Timing •Forward Safety •Lane Safety •Blind-Spot Safety •Parking Safety
Door: •Automatically Lock & Unlock
Lights:  •One-Touch Turn Signal •Ambient Light Brightness •Ambient Light Color •Headlamp Delay •High Beam Assist
Sound: •Parking Distance Warning/ Volume
Convenience:  •Seat Easy Access* •Welcome Mirror/Light* •Wireless Charging System* •Wiper/Light Display* •Auto Rear Wiper •Gear Position Pop-Up* •Coasting Guide* •Start Coasting* •Icy Road Warning*
Service Interval: •Enable Service Interval •Adjust Interval •Reset
Other features: •Aux . Battery Saver+* •Fuel Economy Reset* •Speed Unit* •Fuel Economy Unit* •Temperature Unit* •Tire Pressure Unit*
Language •Language: Set the language
Reset •Choosing reset will restore defaults  for all User Settings menus
(Buttons located on Steering Wheel – Type B)
MODE
RES
CRUISE
CAN CELOKSET
MODE
RES
CRUISE
CAN CELOKSET
MODE
A
B
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 
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10*IF EQUIPPED NIRO HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID  FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
Sport/ECO Modes
The shift modes can be changed A between SPORT and ECO 
by moving the shift lever from D to the left gate and back:
(D) - ECO Mode
(S) - Sport Mode - When shift lever is moved into the 
left gate from (D) . If shift lever is not moved through the 
gears, then the vehicle will shift automatically  . Sport Mode 
changes the Niro’s shift points and steering feel, and 
makes it more fun to drive 
The LCD screen B on the instrument cluster will display the 
mode the vehicle is in . 
(Located in Instrument Cluster)
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B
ECO Mode (Active ECO)
Active ECO is designed to help improve fuel economy by 
controlling several vehicle components  . When in ECO Mode, it 
is designed to optimize drivetrain operations, such as engine 
power and transmission, to help improve fuel economy in a 
variety of conditions . 
  To help improve your fuel economy: •Drive at a moderate speed, accelerating smoothly and at a moderate rate •Keep tires inflated to the recommended pressure •Be sure the wheels are properly aligned
QUICK TIPS
For more information on Active ECO, refer to your Owner’s Manual or contact your local dealership.
A
ECOSPORT
A
ECOSport
REMINDER: Steering effort may be slightly increased in Sport mode  .
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER   
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Plug-In Hybrid Display*
The audio head unit screen provides information on economical operation and Plug-In Hybrid* system modes  . To enter the Plug-In Hybrid display mode, 
press the ALL MENUS button on the Home screen . Then select one of the menus A - EV Range, Energy Information, Charge Management, ECO Driving, 
Energy Flow (Systems with Navigation only) . Some examples are below:
Energy Flow - Displays the current flow of power  
between the main powertrain components . 
ECO Level - The more economically you drive, the more  
the ECO Level increases  .
Plug-In Hybrid System Home Screen - Range, Energy 
Info, Charge Management, ECO Driving, Energy FlowA
Fuel Economy - Displays the average fuel economy 
over the duration of a trip  .
EV Range
217 mi
Energy Information
85 %
Charge Management
Next Departure
Jan  |  Wed  |  1:00 AM
On
ECO Driving
Energy Flow
Plug-In Hybrid
Hybrid Ready
Energy Flow
Wheels
Engine
Electric Motor Battery
Fuel Economy
History
Eco Driving Eco Driving
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy
History
Fuel EconomyHybrid Fuel Economy05-06-2019
05-04-2019
05-03-2019
05-02-2019
05-01-2019 27 mi
13.2 mpg
12.9 mpg
13.6 mpg
Driving dates, distances and
fuel economy for the past
30 drives in the History are
displayed.
12.3 mpg
13.6 mpg
22 mi
14 mi 7 mi
18 mi
75
50
25
MPGElectric Motor Use
75
50
25
MPGNow 510 15202530354045505560
EV Range
217 mi
Energy Information
85 %
Charge Management
Next Departure
Jan  |  Wed  |  1:00 AM
On
ECO Driving
Energy Flow
Plug-In Hybrid
Hybrid Ready
Energy Flow
Wheels
Engine
Electric Motor Battery
Fuel Economy
History
Eco DrivingEco Driving
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy
History
Fuel Economy
Hybrid Fuel Economy05-06-2019
05-04-2019
05-03-2019
05-02-2019
05-01-2019 27 mi
13.2 mpg
12.9 mpg
13.6 mpg
Driving dates, distances and
fuel economy for the past
30 drives in the History are
displayed.
12.3 mpg
13.6 mpg
22 mi
14 mi 7 mi
18 mi
75
50
25
MPGElectric Motor Use
75
50
25
MPGNow 510 15202530354045505560
EV Range
217 mi
Energy Information
85 %
Charge Management
Next Departure
Jan  |  Wed  |  1:00 AM
On
ECO Driving
Energy Flow
Plug-In Hybrid
Hybrid Ready
Energy Flow
Wheels
Engine
Electric Motor Battery
Fuel Economy
History
Eco Driving Eco Driving
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy
History
Fuel EconomyHybrid Fuel Economy05-06-2019
05-04-2019
05-03-2019
05-02-2019
05-01-2019 27 mi
13.2 mpg
12.9 mpg
13.6 mpg
Driving dates, distances and
fuel economy for the past
30 drives in the History are
displayed.
12.3 mpg
13.6 mpg
22 mi
14 mi 7 mi
18 mi
75
50
25
MPGElectric Motor Use
75
50
25
MPGNow 510 15202530354045505560
EV Range
217 mi
Energy Information
85 %
Charge Management
Next Departure
Jan  |  Wed  |  1:00 AM
On
ECO Driving
Energy Flow
Plug-In Hybrid
Hybrid Ready
Energy Flow
Wheels
Engine
Electric Motor Battery
Fuel Economy
History
Eco DrivingEco Driving
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy
History
Fuel Economy
Hybrid Fuel Economy05-06-2019
05-04-2019
05-03-2019
05-02-2019
05-01-2019 27 mi
13.2 mpg
12.9 mpg
13.6 mpg
Driving dates, distances and
fuel economy for the past
30 drives in the History are
displayed.
12.3 mpg
13.6 mpg
22 mi
14 mi 7 mi
18 mi
75
50
25
MPGElectric Motor Use
75
50
25
MPGNow 510 15202530354045505560
The images shown are for illustration purposes only. Not all available displays are shown. Screens may vary.
HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID SYSTEM 
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12*IF EQUIPPED NIRO HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID  FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
Plug-In Hybrid displays shown. The images shown are for illustration purposes only. Not all available displays are shown. Screens may vary.
Instrument Cluster - Energy Flow
The instrument cluster LCD screen displays the following plug-in hybrid system modes to inform the driver of its 
status . To change modes, go to User Settings in the LCD Instrument Cluster modes  .
EV Propulsion - The electric motor is moving 
the vehicle .
Engine-Only Propulsion - The engine is moving 
your vehicle  .
Power Assist - Both the electric motor AND the 
engine are moving the vehicle  .
Engine Generation - While the vehicle is stopped, 
the engine is charging the hybrid battery  .
HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID SYSTEM
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Plug-In Hybrid displays shown. The images shown are for illustration purposes only. Not all available displays are shown. Screens may vary.
Instrument Cluster - Energy Flow
The instrument cluster LCD screen displays the following plug-in hybrid system modes to inform the driver of its 
status . To change modes, go to User Settings in the LCD Instrument Cluster modes  .
 
Vehicle Stop - The vehicle’s hybrid system is 
standing by .
Engine Generation/Regeneration - The engine  
and the regenerative braking system are both  
recharging the hybrid battery  .
Power Reserve - While the engine powers the  
vehicle, it is also recharging the hybrid battery  .
Engine Brake/Regeneration - The regenerative  
braking system is recharging the hybrid battery  .
HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID SYSTEM
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14*IF EQUIPPED NIRO HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID  FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID SYSTEM
Emergency Starting (Hybrid only)
Before Jump Starting:
1 .   If the vehicle appears to have a dead battery, first press the 12V Battery Reset  
button A . Then immediately start the vehicle by pressing the brake and turning the  
ignition on or pressing the Engine Start /Stop button  .
2 .  If the vehicle does not start after completing the above steps, then jump start the vehicle  
(as described below)  .
REMINDERS:
 •After starting, idle or drive the vehicle for more than 30 minutes to help charge the 12-volt battery
 • 
If the vehicle does not start immediately after pressing the 12V Battery Reset button A , then the power of the  12V battery is automatically disconnected to save any additional discharge
 •Repeated use of the 12V Battery Reset button may cause over discharge which will prevent the vehicle from starting
Jump Starting:
1 . Remove the fusebox cover B under the front hood
2  .  The {+} jump start terminal C is located in the fuse box; the suitable ground point D is 
located in the engine compartment (See Owner’s Manual for detailed description)
3  .  Connect cables coming from the battery booster source in the following order and  
disconnect in reverse order:
 •Connect the {+} clamp of your jumper cable to the {+} jump start terminal C
 •Connect the {-} clamp of your jumper cable to the suitable ground point D
4  .  Then immediately start the vehicle by pressing the brake and turning the  
ignition on or pressing the Engine Start /Stop button
REMINDER: Jump starting your vehicle can be dangerous if done incorrectly  . Follow the above jump starting  procedures to avoid harm to yourself or damage to your vehicle and any of its components  . You should also  consult your Owner's Manual for further detailed instructions for jump starting your vehicle  . If in doubt,  we strongly recommend that you have a competent technician or towing service jump start your vehicle .
For more information on Emergency Starting, please refer to the Owner’s Manual.
(Located in Driver's Panel to the left of Steering Wheel)
(Niro engine compartment shown, right side)
B
D
C
A     
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POWER
F
B
A
C
D
E
Charging the Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle (Plug-In Hybrid Only) 
Level 1 Charging – “Trickle” Charge
A Level 1 or “trickle” charger is the most common type of charging system for a Plug-In Hybrid . This type of 
charger uses 110 volts of household electricity and takes up to 9 hours for a full charge .
Trickle Charger Indicators:
A  12 0 VA C plug
B   Power – Indicates that the charger and AC plug  
is plugged in and functioning  .
C  Charge – Indicates that the vehicle is charging  .
D  Fault – Indicates charge failure .
E   Charge Level – Indicates the level of charge -   
L (8A), M (10A), or H (12A)
F  ICCB – In-Cable Control Box
REMINDER: Do not use an extension cord  . Plug Trickle charger directly into wall socket  . Do not charge to a receptacle that is old, damaged, corroded or cracked
Level 2 Charging – “Normal” Charge
A Level 2 or “normal” 240-volt charger is the recommended charging system for the Plug-In Hybrid  .  
This type of charger uses 240 volts of electricity and takes approximately 2 .5-3 hours for a full charge  
(Based on Kia Motors Corporation testing with SAE J1772 charger performed at 3  .3kW )  . This charger  
may be able to be installed at your home or found at a public charging station  .
REMINDER: Shape of charger and how to use the charger may be different for each manufacturer  .  Please see Owner’s Manual for  more information
A Level 2 or “normal” 240-volt charger is recommended for regular charging of the vehicle  .
QUICK TIP
REMINDER: For more detail and/or subsequent steps in charging your vehicle, please see the Owner's Manual
CHARGE
FA U LT!
LEVELLMH
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16*IF EQUIPPED NIRO HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID  FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
F
G
POWERCHARGE
FAULT
E
REMINDER: For more detail and/or subsequent steps in charging your vehicle, please see the Owner’s Manual
Charging the Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle (Continued)
To charge the Plug-In Hybrid vehicle using a normal/trickle charger:
1  . Connect the ICCB A plug to an electrical outlet
2  . Check if the power light (green) B on the ICCB turns on
3  . Press the brake pedal and engage the parking brake
4 . Turn off all switches, put the shift lever in P (Park), and turn off  
the vehicle
5  . Open the charging door E by pressing the charging door  
(Ensure doors are unlocked)
6  . Remove any dust or water on the charging connector and charging inlet F
7 .  Hold the charging connector handle G and connect it to the vehicle’s  
charging inlet F by pushing the connector until you hear a “clicking” sound
8  . Charging begins automatically (Ensure the charge indicator light  is 
illuminated on your instrument cluster, indicating the vehicle is charging)
Checking the Charging Status
The charging status can be checked by viewing the charging status indicator  
on the dash panel  . The lights will progressively become lit as the vehicle  
approaches a full charge  .
After charging has started, the light turns green and the estimated charging  
time is displayed on the Instrument Cluster LCD H for about 1 minute . It is also 
displayed, when the driver’s door is opened with charging in progress  . When  
fully charged, the light turns off  .
Remaining charge time
6h 14m
        50%
H
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AUTOOFF
(Buttons are located left of the Steering Wheel)
AB
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 .
QUICK TIP
• 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  . 
QUICK TIPS
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18NIRO HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID  FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE*IF EQUIPPED                     †LEGAL DISCL AIMERS ON BACK INSIDE COVER
AUTOOFF
Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW)*†6a
The BCW system uses radar sensors to help alert the driver in certain situations,  
such as if it detects an approaching vehicle in the driver’s blind spot before  
changing lanes . The light on the BCW button A will illuminate when turned ON  .  
The outside rearview mirror warning lights will also illuminate for 3 seconds  .
The system will become active when the vehicle is traveling more than  
approximately 20 mph and will alert the driver if another vehicle is detected  
by the radar sensor . 
1st-stage alert: When another vehicle is detected within the BCW system  
boundary B, or when a vehicle is detected within the boundary C approaches  
at a high speed, a yellow indicator will illuminate on the outside rearview mirrors  . 
2nd-stage alert: When 1st-stage alert is on and the driver activates a turn signal,  
a flashing yellow indicator will illuminate on the outside rearview mirrors and the  
system will sound an alert .
REMINDERS: 
 •The BCW system will only show a warning if the vehicle speed is more than 6 mph above the surrounding vehicles
 •If the BCW is turned OFF and the ignition is cycled, the BCW system returns to ON
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning (RCCW)*†6a
If the RCCW system sensors detect approaching vehicles from the rear left or rear right 
side of the vehicle D, the system will sound an audible alert, the warning indicators on the 
outside rearview mirror will illuminate and a message will appear on the LCD screen  . The 
RCCW system is active under the following conditions: 
 •When gear shift is in Reverse 
 •When the vehicle is moving slower than 6 mph
REMINDERS: 
 •The RCCW feature can be turned OFF/ON in User Settings
 • 
The RCCW system will show a warning if the approaching vehicle speed is between 2  .5-22 mph within sensing range  . See Owner’s Manual for other conditions
  Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) with RCCW Video
To view a video on your mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed website  .
Refer to page 2 for more information  .
QR CODE
B
C
D
A
www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos 
(Buttons are located left of the Steering Wheel)
The BCW and RCCW systems are supplemental systems. Do not rely solely on these systems, and always drive safely.
For more information on the Blind-Spot Collision Warning or Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning, please refer to the Owner’s Manual.
Illustrations are for demonstration purposes only. Actual images or buttons on vehicle may vary.
DRIVER'S PANEL