Kia K4: Driving your vehicle / Drive mode integrated control system

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• DRIVE MODE

The drive mode integrated control system in your Kia K4 provides the driver with the ability to tailor vehicle dynamics to match specific road conditions or personal driving preferences.

DRIVE MODE

You may select the drive mode on your Kia K4 according to your preference or the surrounding road conditions to optimize the driving experience.

• Press the DRIVE MODE button to cycle through the available options. The mode changes with every press.

• NORMAL mode is calibrated to provide smooth power delivery and a comfortable ride quality for everyday commuting.

• SPORT mode is designed to provide a more responsive, sporty feel with firmer handling characteristics.

• The Kia K4 drive mode will default to NORMAL upon restarting the engine, unless SPORT mode was previously selected; if you remain in NORMAL mode, that selection is retained upon engine restart.

NORMAL mode

The Kia K4 NORMAL mode ensures optimized fuel efficiency, smooth acceleration, and a balanced, comfortable ride for both driver and passengers.

SPORT mode

SPORT mode manages the driving dynamics of the Kia K4 to enhance driver performance by automatically adjusting steering effort, engine response, and transmission shift logic.

• When SPORT mode is activated, a distinct indicator appears on the Kia K4 instrument cluster.

• The drive mode defaults to NORMAL when you restart the engine. To re-engage the dynamic experience of SPORT mode, press the DRIVE MODE button.

• When SPORT mode is activated in the Kia K4:

  • Engine speed (rpm) tends to remain higher for a longer duration, providing immediate torque availability even after releasing the accelerator pedal.

  • Upshifts are intentionally delayed during acceleration to maximize power delivery.

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