sport mode KIA NIRO PHEV 2021 Navigation System Quick Reference Guide

9-9
SPORT (EV only)
This drive mode enables a more dynamic driving performance. You can change the climate
control mode and the active coast energy regeneration level.
Drive Mode Change Alert (if equipped)
You can set how to display the notification message when the drive mode is changed.
\225Detailed Alert: Displays a detailed notification message along with the vehicle image
when the drive mode is changed.
\225Simple Alert: Displays the notification at the top or on the split screen when the drive
mode is changed.
\225Off: When the drive mode changes, no notification is provided.
Reset ECO/NORMAL/SPORT (EV only)
You can reset the drive mode settings to the default values.
0000
A
The display may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
0000
A
See how to improve ECO potential by pressing the Help button from an EV(Electric
Vehicle). In most cases, a vehicle can travel a longer distance when its ECO potential score
is higher (EV only).
Climate (if equipped)
You can configure the operation environment for climate control system.
0000
A
The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Recirculate Air (if equipped)
You can set to keep the inside air pleasant by blocking inflow of outside air.
\225Activate upon Washer Fluid Use
: Sets to automatically switch to the inside air circulation
mode to prevent inflow of washer fluid scent when spraying washer fluid.

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CUSTOM (if equipped)
You can set to select the drive mode optimized for the driving habits or road conditions.
\225Powertrain: Select a drive mode that performs optimum engine and transmission
control depending on the driving situation.
000DNORMAL: Optimized for balanced comfort.
000DSPORT: Optimized for agile driving.
\225
Steering: Select a drive mode that performs optimum steering wheel control depending
on the driving situation.
000DNORMAL: Optimized for smooth steering.
000DSPORT: Optimized for agile steering.
ECO (EV only)
This is a drive mode for increasing the vehicle's fuel efficiency. You can change the climate
control mode, the active coast energy regeneration level, and speed limit settings.
NORMAL (EV only)
This is a drive mode focused on the driver and passenger's comfort. You can change the
climate control mode and the active coast energy regeneration level.
SPORT (EV only)
This drive mode enables a more dynamic driving performance. You can change the climate
control mode and the active coast energy regeneration level.
Drive Mode Change Alert (if equipped)
You can set how to display the notification message when the drive mode is changed.
\225
Detailed Alert: Displays a detailed notification message along with the vehicle image
when the drive mode is changed.
\225Simple Alert: Displays the notification at the top or on the split screen when the drive
mode is changed.
\225Off: When the drive mode changes, no notification is provided.
Reset ECO/NORMAL/SPORT (EV only)
You can reset the drive mode settings to the default values.
0000
A
The display may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
0000
A
See how to improve ECO potential by pressing the Help button from an EV (Electric
Vehicle). In most cases, a vehicle can travel a longer distance when its ECO potential score
is higher (EV only).