Kia stinger 2021 - Drive Mode Integrated Control System

SMART, COMFORT, SPORT, CUSTOM* and ECO drive modes may be changed
according to the driver’s preference or road conditions. To change the drive
mode, rotate the DRIVE MODE knob
A
.
SMART Mode – When SMART mode is selected, the system automatically
selects the drive mode best suited to the current driving style. A SMART indicator
will illuminate on the instrument cluster. The color of the SMART indicator (green,
white, red) depends on the current driving style. To deactivate, rotate the DRIVE
MODE knob
A
again to change the selection to another setting.
COMFORT Mode – The system’s default mode is COMFORT mode (unless ECO
Mode is selected) and is not displayed on the instrument cluster nor the audio
system’s screen.
SPORT Mode – An orange SPORT indicator will illuminate on the instrument
cluster when selected. To deactivate, rotate the DRIVE MODE knob
A
again to
change the selection to another setting.
CUSTOM Mode – When CUSTOM mode is selected, a graphic of the Stinger
will display. The CUSTOM Mode allows the driver to mix aspects of other driving modes to make a
customized mode.
ECO Mode – A green ECO indicator will illuminate on the instrument cluster. To deactivate, rotate the
DRIVE MODE knob
A
again to change the selection to another setting.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
6
P
R
N
D
AUTO
HOLD
DRIVE MODE
OFF
OFF
VIEW
P
COMFORT
ECO
SPORT
SMART
CUSTOM
For illustrative purposes only. Your actual display, buttons and/or features may vary.
Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER
A
DRIVE MODE VIDEO
To view a video on your
mobile device, snap this
QR Code or visit the listed
website. Refer to inside
cover for more information.
www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
QR CODE
REMINDERS:
§ When ECO mode is selected, the following may occur to help improve fuel economy:
– Acceleration may be slightly reduced even when the accelerator is fully depressed
– Air conditioner performance may be limited
– Shift pattern of the automatic transmission may change
– Engine noise may increase
– System’s power will be limited when driving uphill
§ When SPORT mode is selected, fuel economy may decrease
§ Steering effort may be slightly increased in Sport mode
§ When the vehicle is placed in ECO mode, it will remain in ECO mode even when the ignition is cycled.
SPORT mode will default to NORMAL mode after the ignition is cycled
Drive Mode Integrated Control System
§ When the Engine Start/Stop button is turned off, the
system will default to COMFORT mode and each mode
will need to be selected again when the vehicle restarts
(except for ECO mode, which remains in ECO mode)
QUICK TIP
*IF EQUIPPED