Kia EV6: Driver assistance system / Smart Cruise Control (SCC)

Kia EV6 2022-2026 Owner's Manual / Driver assistance system / Smart Cruise Control (SCC)

Contents:

Basic function

Kia EV6 Smart Cruise Control detects a vehicle ahead and helps maintain both the selected driving speed and a safe following distance from the vehicle in front.

This system is designed to support more comfortable highway driving, long-distance travel, and smoother speed management in traffic.

Overtaking Acceleration Assist function

When Kia EV6 Smart Cruise Control determines that the driver is attempting to overtake a vehicle ahead, the function may help provide acceleration support.

This assistance helps the Kia EV6 respond more naturally during passing maneuvers while Smart Cruise Control is active.

Based on Driving Style function: (if equipped)

Kia EV6 Smart Cruise Control can operate according to the driver’s learned driving style by considering vehicle-to-vehicle distance, acceleration behavior, and response speed.

This function helps the system feel more familiar and consistent with the driver’s normal habits during cruise control operation.

NOTE

Emergency Stop may activate while Smart Cruise Control is operating. Make sure you fully understand the Emergency Stop (ES) function and its operating conditions.

Detection sensor

Please refer to Detecting Sensor(s) for detailed information about the applicable Kia EV6 sensors and their locations.

Kia EV6 Smart Cruise Control uses the front view camera and front radar to help detect vehicles ahead and maintain stable distance control.

CAUTION

Always keep the Kia EV6 front view camera and front radar clean and in good condition to maintain optimal Smart Cruise Control performance.

For more information about Kia EV6 front view camera and front radar limitations, refer to Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) (Sensor Fusion).

Smart Cruise Control settings ➤

Smart Cruise Control operation ➤

Driver Attention Warning malfunction and limitations

Smart Cruise Control settings

Other information:

Kia EV6 2022-2026 Owner's Manual: Infant or small child

Every state in the U.S. enforces child restraint regulations, and Kia EV6 drivers should always familiarize themselves with the laws applicable in their region before traveling with children. Infant carriers and child safety seats must always be correctly installed in the rear seating area of the Kia EV6 to provide the highest level of passenger protection.

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.