Kia EV6: Driving your vehicle / Gear shift

Kia EV6 2022-2026 Owner's Manual / Driving your vehicle / Gear shift

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The Kia EV6 electric drive system transfers power from the electric motor to the wheels through a high-efficiency reducer system instead of a conventional transmission.

Reducer (shift dial)

Select the desired Kia EV6 gear position by rotating the electronic shift dial.

Kia EV6 electronic reducer shift dial and gear selector

WARNING

To help reduce the risk of severe injury or death:

  • Always inspect the area surrounding the Kia EV6 for pedestrians, obstacles, and especially children before shifting into D (Drive) or R (Reverse).

  • Before leaving the Kia EV6 driver’s seat, always verify that the vehicle is in P (Park), apply the parking brake securely, and switch the power system to the OFF position. Failure to follow these precautions may result in unexpected vehicle movement.

For maximum safety, always depress the brake pedal while changing the Kia EV6 gear position.

Starting the vehicle

Gear position

Other information:

Kia EV6 2022-2026 Owner's Manual: When the Approach unlock is activated

When approaching the Kia EV6 within approximately 1 ft. (30 cm) of either the driver’s or front passenger’s door while carrying the registered smart key, the exterior door handles automatically extend outward and the doors unlock for convenient entry. At the same time, the hazard warning lights flash twice and the confirmation chime sounds twice, notifying the driver that the Kia EV6 has recognized the smart key and unlocked the vehicle successfully.

Kia EV6 2022-2026 Owner's Manual: Lane Following Assist (LFA)

The Kia EV6 Lane Following Assist (LFA) system is designed to help keep the vehicle centered within its lane while driving. The Kia EV6 Lane Following Assist system detects visible lane markings and/or vehicles ahead using the front view camera and assists with steering control to help maintain stable lane positioning. This Kia EV6 driver assistance technology is especially helpful during highway driving, long-distance travel, and moderate traffic conditions.

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