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: Keys

The Kia EV6 smart key combines a traditional mechanical emergency key with multiple advanced remote-control functions designed to improve convenience and everyday usability. The smart key system allows drivers to lock and unlock doors remotely, operate selected convenience functions, and start the Kia EV6 without physically inserting a key into the ignition system.

Kia EV6 2022-2026 Owner's Manual: Forward/Side/Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist (PCA): (if equipped)

Forward/Side/Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist (PCA) in the Kia EV6 is an advanced parking safety technology designed to help detect pedestrians, vehicles, and obstacles around the vehicle during low-speed maneuvering. When a potential collision risk is identified, the system can provide visual and audible warnings and may automatically apply braking assistance to help reduce the risk of an accident while driving forward, reversing, or maneuvering in confined spaces.