Just bought a KIA Sorento 2023 (GL Spec in Brunei Darussalam). Thank you for the information on Fuel Saving. I will definitely be using Smart Mode from now on.😄
If I understand you correctly, for normal every day driving "eco" mode is the way to go, but if on a 400 series highway select "smart" mode to provide greater immediate response should it be needed?
I got kia telluride couple of weeks ago and have been driving in ECO mode and the MPG it was giving me was around 18 then I changed the drive mode to comfort and the MPG bumped to 24-25. I Agree it depends on how you drive
I’ve had my Sorento sx for a month now and I get 8.3/100 kms 28.5 mpg and is 80% city and is all in eco mode. Very impressive since the rating was I believe 11.1 city /100 kms.
I have a 2023 Sportage HEV. How do I set Smart Mode as a default? Whenever I turn off the engine and turn it back on, it resets to Eco mode. Is there a way to make Smart as the default?
I cannot recommend smart/ECO mode period ...on my Tucson if I pull out onto a road...the throttle is sooo unresponsive I have to floor it to keep from getting rear ended because the car crawls ....and this is leaving a normally safe margin for the approaching cars....normal mode works great and I get 34mpg in mixed driving....if traffic is super tight and I need to get out and going rapidly...I use sport mode and it is very nicely responsive without high revs....each car is different of course...so test yours out so you don't get caught short.
Can you make a video that explains in great detail how the sorento PHEV drives in the various drive modes. A reviewer I was watching complained that in no mode (even EV) could you ensure that it wouldn’t use the gas engine. But they were flooring the gas, so I’m guessing it can’t floor in EV mode no matter what. I would also like some info on how much HP and torque is available in various drive modes for example if you’re driving on only EV and not flooring it, how much power is available to the EV motor without the gas engine
I bought a 2023 KIA K5 two months ago. Suppose to be a 27city/ 37 highway. However I was driving in the city and highway and the MPG is showing in 18.5 to 19.6 MPG. Why my car it has this low MPG??
I drove in both eco and smart mode in my 2023 Sportage Hybrid with a light foot and found no difference at all in fuel economy. I actually got 1 mpg less in the eco mode so maybe I have to break in the car first.
Hello. I have 2024 Kia Telluride sx presteige x pro. I want to know if my car has a function that if i move away from the vehicle, the door is automatically closed in a few seconds.
Excellent video! I would be interested to know how your advice sits with the regular dpf regeneration I experience every 1000 miles or so which has been a feature of my diesel Optima since circa 12000 miles. I have been tending to drive in sport mode for higher revs to assist this process.
We don't have diesel Kia vehicles here in Canada. So I could give my thoughts, but they wouldn't be based on material that I've studied. I'm not sure that I'm comfortable giving on opinion in writing on this public space.
I drive a 2020 sportage. I see the forward collision assistant on the setting on console menue and its check box is ticked. But i have feeling that something is wrong and its not working for some reason. No beep, no reaction no nothing at all. How can i check if its working?
My 2021 sorento non turbo in eco mode get about 8.0Lper 100km in summer. I drive 100km a day mostly highway 110km. Sometime 130 140. Right now in winter I'm 9.5 to 10L per 100km. I'm getting 690km a full take on computer But really prob 500km a take. I'll def try smart mode see if it goes up orndown
It's all about how it feels to you. The Smart mode is going to put it into an ECO mode, unless you really get into the pedal. It's the mode that I recommend on that car for economy. Some people find the throttle to be a little lazy in any version of an eco mode, so if you feel that, then Normal mode would be better suited to you, and of course Sport mode makes the car a little more... immediate. Quicker reactions etc.
I have a new KIa Seltes S. I can't set up the navigation/audio on the screen. For instances when I have sirrus playing I don't see the channels. I can't find a button the driver's side to open the hatchback either. It is very frustrating because I am 75 and live on my on. P
I'm going to do a little more research on Terrain mode before I answer officially. I'm pretty sure that I know how everything works, but I want to make sure that I know all there is to know before I dig into those and put myself out there on video. So I'll answer your question soon! Promise!
I have a 2019 Kia Sorento, Ex…will driving in the manual mode on the highway give me better gas mileage? I have always driven a standard transmission, so I am very familiar with RPM’s and shifting.
Only when you want to drive a bit more aggressively. Passing maneuvers on a country road, driving quickly through a winding road. Towing a trailer up a hill. All of those will benefit from the car revving higher and being left in the powerband. Beyond that, you'll probably find that the extra fuel usage doesn't outweigh the extra fun. But it's up to you!
I don't know the exact maintenance information memorized, but that type of information is in your owner's manual. I'm guessing here, but if it's consistent with other vehicles they're a long way off.
Thanks so much for these amazing videos. You’ve been so helpful. I do have another question, does the feature that puts the engine to sleep when you are stopped really save on fuel and is this feature hard on the starter?
Check out the RUclips Channel "Engineering Explained" as he has a good, science based video to show that this feature actually does save some fuel. After watching that, you can decide if it's worth it for you. It will also save some emissions which is also a good thing.
I always disable this feature. It's a waste of time. For the little bit of fuel it may save, and I doubt it saves any fuel at all, it's not worth the aggravation of having the engine stop/start every time you come to a stop. This feature just makes the tree huggers feel better.
@@randyscott1496 Well, it might save fuel. But probably not enough to cover the cost of premature starter replacment coming in a few years. I keep mine disabled as well.
I disable this every time I drive! Sometimes that feature is already disabled so I don’t need to push that button every time. What determines it stays “off” sometimes when I start the vehicle. I’ve NEVER liked this feature on any vehicle I’ve ever owned, ITS A PAIN IN THE AZZ!
Hey Peter, great content!! Thank you. Just wondering if the vehicle will start in smart mode? Or do you have to keep changing the mode to smart mode every time you turn on a Kia Vehicle.
It will start in Smart Mode. Usually Sport Mode is the only mode that the car won't start up in, I'll double check to see if that is still true in this vehicle tomorrow.
hi just bought a 2020 kia forte ex 2 weeks ago can i order a cargo net for it and is it hard to install if i choose to do it myself. ie are those black plugs hard to remove and refit hooks 2. what size tires and rims should i get standard on my ex should be 16 inch correct 3. i got a rust protection electronic unit from dealer extends the rust protection to 10 years plus he kicked in 2 oil changes and servicing . for 1000 can.. whats your opinion on electronic rust protection and how do cars you sold after some years hold up ie can you see if electronic rust protection really works. i love your videos can i order some parts from you and youcan ship to montreal thanks bob
I,m confused betwen the park brake on my EV6 centre cosole and the emergency park brake on the dash. Are they the same or are they used for different things. When should I use the centrs console button vs the dashboard switch. John U.
This is Kia's factory GPS. The last time I checked, we have free mapping updates for 10 years. It is a simple download on to a USB storage device (thumbdrive etc) and then you can upload it to the vehicle. We also have Android Auto and Apple CarPlay in our vehicles now so you can use Google Maps, Apple Maps and others. In some of our vehicles you can connect your phone wirelessly for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Hey Peter just trying out smart mode in my 2022 Santa Fe Hybrid Luxury and when I restart the car it's back into Eco. So do I need to switch to Smart every time I drive?
Hello Guys, Is there any way I can set smart mode as my sorento's default mode setting. So everytime I turn my car on and I don't have to manually change it to smart mode. Thank you
Keep in mind, this is my opinion based on talking to our customers, but yes, this would be the same for any Santa Cruz. The only difference is that our Santa Cruz vehicles here have a Mud mode and a Sand mode, but that doesn't change things for you.
I think you could... but I'm not the one to advise you on that. There are some aftermarket LED packages that are not very good, so I wouldn't want to advise you on how, or what to do.
I have the same car. I asked the service manager where I bought mine at and he said you could but he doesn't recommend it. Something about the electrical system wasn't made for leds and they will just be trouble.
I recently purchased a 2024 KIA Sportage EX. I prefer driving in smart mode. But I dislike having to put it in Smart mode at each new startup. The owner's manual states that it should stay in smart mode once put there for each new startup. I took it to my local dealer and they could not make it happen either. They said the owner's manual is wrong. Anyone else have any knowledge on this?
Hey! My daily drive is a Sportage, like you I keep it in SMART mode. When I restart the engine, it does stay in SMART mode, but if I press down on drive/terrain mode button, it will revert it back to normal. However, if you just turn the engine on and don’t adjust the dial, you should stay in SMART mode.
Right you are. I finally realized the cluster color scheme on startup was that of the Smart mode. So I went ahead with driving and after about a minute the word Smart showed up on the instrument cluster. Smart and Normal are the only two modes that will retain their setting. Sport will roll back to normal. Thanks for your reply.
Eco for traffic Smart mode for regular driving 😊 While Sport mode when u haven't had your coffee yet And Comfort when u see cop cars with radar gun ... 😅 Or at school & residential zones ✌✌❤
Hello I have a late 2019 Kia Sorento and it seems that I do not have the "wireless" version of Carplay (for iOS). Q1 Do I have to plug in to the USB? Q2 Will an update to Firmware and Software via SD Card add this wireless facility which appears to be there on 2020/21 version. Strangely my old 2014 Sorento connected automatically so that I could use Voice Control button to make phone calls to my contacts. On both cars Bluetooth is working correctly.
The 2019 Kia Sorento does not have wireless Apple CarPlay, the newer cars with the 8 inch screens do have that. I haven't heard of any software update that will allow the feature to work on previous model year vehicles, so I wouldn't expect it.
It can be different for everyone, but I still think that most people will appreciate the smart mode over an eco mode for overall driveability and fuel efficiency.
I have a Kia Sorento Plug-in. WHen i start my car it defaults to ECO mode. How do i change it to default to smart mode so i don't have to change it every time before i drive??
I believe that the PHEV's start in Eco mode, but to be fair, it doesn't have the same affect from the driver's seat as it would in a gasoline car. In a gasoline car, the car can resist downshifting in ECO mode, but in the PHEV you have that torque available, so driveability in that mode should still be fine.
niro hybrid 2021 , eco does rev , sport does not rev ... I always thought sport was worse .. its good on motorways ( UK here ) but does not have paddle regen , unlike eco
My 2023 Kia Telluride is terrible on gas. I’m total I’m barely getting 400km on a full tank. I have been driving on eco mostly. When I fill the tank, it tells me total KMs I can get is around 480 which is still terrible. Others that I know with same model and year get much more. Is there something wrong with my Kia?
Ya noticed my Telluride is bad on gas also. Said 600km on full tank but I barely got over 400km driving on smart all week. It may be because of the size of the vehicle that we use of a lot of gas.
2021 sorento fwd S owner here. Question. Why when im in sport and try pulling onto the road from a stop with some speed does it rev so high it seems like something is gunna explode? I like the sport mode but it seems like its not meant for a 4 cylinder from dead stop to go.
Sport mode is designed to keep the revs up in order to keep the vehicle in its powerband. In general, I don't recommend that people drive all the time in sport mode in the more mainstream cars. It usually uses more fuel then people want, and the overall driveability isn't as smooth.
@@BrantfordKia I have the Sorento premium and for some reason the car does not stop/start when the car is not moving (red light , traffic jam) the button is not switched on (light off ) please advise and thank you
I can't notice much difference between Comfort and Sport. In Sport it revs higher, but doesn't use any more fuel. So it must be smart enough to inject less fuel when it's cruising at constant speed.
If it's revving higher, it's using more fuel, so I think over the long haul, you'll notice the difference. The Sport mode keeps things in the powerband more so than the other modes.
I have a 2021 K5 GT line. My car wasn’t equipped with UVO technology or a nav integration, is that something that can be implemented at the dealership with a software upgrade or it’s just out of the question for me at this point
I have a 2020 Niro PHEV. I'm concerned that the "liftgate room lamp" lacks an on/off switch. I tried to pry the light out so I could add a switch in series with the +12V lead using screwdrivers on the notches on the end & top but I'm afraid of breaking the light. Is a special tool req'd. or is it OK to pry on the light?
Those modes are simply designed to work with you. I usually drive in the ECO or Normal modes, the Sport is usually best just for more aggressive driving as it can lead to worse fuel economy. I would see which one works best for you. Eco works great if you drive relatively economically, but if you're a lead-foot, you may find that it doesn't shift when you want it to, and it fights what you're trying to do. Normal mode is great for most drivers, and Sport is good to make the car feel a little more peppy.
@@BrantfordKia sorry. I was wondering if I should keep my 2015 soul plus in eco mode? Of sport, comfort or normal. That is the options for that year. The salesman when I bought it said keep it in eco and normal mode unless I need power. Then just turn off eco mode he said.
@@georgewhiplemyerjr.9165 With those cars, I always tell people to drive where they feel comfortable. Some people drive in ECO mode all the time and find it to be perfect. Some people don't like the way that mode dulls the throttles. Others don't like the way that the Power mode is jumpy on the throttle, and uses more fuel. It really just depends on what you prefer.
I've had my winter tires put on my 2021 Seltos.... the yellow indicator light shows that I need to fill up my tires. They look fine, does this happen because of the "winter tires" that are on ? Will the light disappear once I put my summer tires on ?
If your tires are properly inflated, this usually occurs because you don't have tire pressure monitors in your set of winter tires. If the car can't read the monitors, it will tell you that you have an issue. You can solve this by having monitors installed in your tires, but if you don't do that, you'll see the light on. When you return to your all season tires, the light will go off, and you will, once again, be able to see the exact pressure in each individual tire.
It's in the menus. You need to use the steering wheel buttons. I'd have to make a video to show you, but you might be quicker to just stop by your dealer to have them show you if you don't see it.
No, eco mode will definitely save you fuel, but you need to drive economically to get the benefit of that mode. If you drive aggressively, eco mode will resist the downshift as long as is reasonable, and then as the driver searches for more power by pressing the throttle further, the car will downshift aggressively and rev, potentially up to redline. Smart mode can help you maximize efficiency by helping you stay in eco mode, but if you need power it will avoid that high revving by sensing what you're trying to do. For many people, smart mode will get you the best real world fuel efficiency. Eco mode is great if you drive efficiently at all times. Smart mode is often better for the rest of us. Re-watch the video, to see what I'm saying, hopefully it will make more sense with this context.
We don't have that model here in Canada yet. With hybrid vehicles, I find that most of my driving can be done in ECO and because of the electric torque, the eco mode provides the driving experience that I want, while still giving me the best mileage.
Same principal applies. If you drive efficiently, the ECO mode will work with you to get the best fuel economy. In that vehicle, if you're driving aggressively and you notice that the car resists downshifts but then revs excessively, you may find that the comfort (or normal) mode is the one that will return the best real world fuel efficiency.
Sooo… if ‘Smart’ setting gives best fuel efficiency across all others what’s the point of having the others? Why not just make the vehicle constantly fuel efficient 🤔
When I'm trying to merge on the highway and don't have the pickup to accelerate properly, I'm not thinking about saving gas. It comes in handy for stuff like that. Also when you're passing a sketchy driver on the highway or just any situation where you want to pass quicker without high revving your engine. Another example is when the speed limit is 60 and you're going uphill, you gotta high rev to maintain speed. There's always companies with bare bones car models and fuel efficiency. If you spend extra for nicer models you get options and options are cool. Also not everybody is concerned with wasting an extra 20-40$ a month(I'm sadly not in that club lol). If that's not an issue, driving in normal mode is better than eco. Eco can feel erratic. It's like the car is passively fighting to not let you accelerate sometimes.
If there isn't anyone in the passenger seat, it will remain off. If you have a passenger (not a very young child) then it should be on. If that's not the case, you should have it checked by your dealer.
This video wasn't made with a PHEV in mind, but a regular car. If you have a Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle, than setting it to eco, and being mindful of your throttle usage can easily get the vehicle to drive in purely electric mode when it's not freezing cold outside.
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I'm glad you made this video. I know I asked a few weeks ago and it helped me out a lot. Thank you for making the video.
Actually, you may be the inspiration for this video. Thanks for watching and commenting!!
Just bought a KIA Sorento 2023 (GL Spec in Brunei Darussalam). Thank you for the information on Fuel Saving. I will definitely be using Smart Mode from now on.😄
If I understand you correctly, for normal every day driving "eco" mode is the way to go, but if on a 400 series highway select "smart" mode to provide greater immediate response should it be needed?
I got kia telluride couple of weeks ago and have been driving in ECO mode and the MPG it was giving me was around 18 then I changed the drive mode to comfort and the MPG bumped to 24-25. I Agree it depends on how you drive
QUESTION..Can you switch modes on the fly or do you need to stop to switch them
I’ve had my Sorento sx for a month now and I get 8.3/100 kms 28.5 mpg and is 80% city and is all in eco mode. Very impressive since the rating was I believe 11.1 city /100 kms.
If you drive economically anyways, then yes, Eco will work best with you to save fuel. Thanks for sharing!
I have a 2023 Sportage HEV. How do I set Smart Mode as a default? Whenever I turn off the engine and turn it back on, it resets to Eco mode. Is there a way to make Smart as the default?
Live in area with most 60-80km zone around, Eco works great as normal mode is very sensitive and constantly changes gear at the speed
I cannot recommend smart/ECO mode period ...on my Tucson if I pull out onto a road...the throttle is sooo unresponsive I have to floor it to keep from getting rear ended because the car crawls ....and this is leaving a normally safe margin for the approaching cars....normal mode works great and I get 34mpg in mixed driving....if traffic is super tight and I need to get out and going rapidly...I use sport mode and it is very nicely responsive without high revs....each car is different of course...so test yours out so you don't get caught short.
This is still valid for the Carnival.
Thank you
How often is it recommended to change the engine oil?
How about on a 2022 Forte? Please explain how the smart option works
What about the Seltos?
Can you make a video that explains in great detail how the sorento PHEV drives in the various drive modes. A reviewer I was watching complained that in no mode (even EV) could you ensure that it wouldn’t use the gas engine. But they were flooring the gas, so I’m guessing it can’t floor in EV mode no matter what.
I would also like some info on how much HP and torque is available in various drive modes for example if you’re driving on only EV and not flooring it, how much power is available to the EV motor without the gas engine
I bought a 2023 KIA K5 two months ago. Suppose to be a 27city/ 37 highway. However I was driving in the city and highway and the MPG is showing in 18.5 to 19.6 MPG. Why my car it has this low MPG??
Is there a way to get the 2023 Sportage Hybrid to stop beeping when I am in reverse?
I drove in both eco and smart mode in my 2023 Sportage Hybrid with a light foot and found no difference at all in fuel economy.
I actually got 1 mpg less in the eco mode so maybe I have to break in the car first.
I have a 2016 Kia sol, which mode will get me the best gas mileage. I drive carefully
Just learned something new. Thank you, and happy new year.
Awesome! Thanks for letting me know that this was helpful to you!
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I have. 2021 kia K5 with is the best mode for it for gas saving i have normal, smart, sport and custom…
Hello. I have 2024 Kia Telluride sx presteige x pro. I want to know if my car has a function that if i move away from the vehicle, the door is automatically closed in a few seconds.
How does that work in the 2022 hybrid limited Tucson? I know there is no comfort mode..thanks for your suggestions.
Excellent video! I would be interested to know how your advice sits with the regular dpf regeneration I experience every 1000 miles or so which has been a feature of my diesel Optima since circa 12000 miles. I have been tending to drive in sport mode for higher revs to assist this process.
We don't have diesel Kia vehicles here in Canada. So I could give my thoughts, but they wouldn't be based on material that I've studied. I'm not sure that I'm comfortable giving on opinion in writing on this public space.
I drive a 2020 sportage. I see the forward collision assistant on the setting on console menue and its check box is ticked. But i have feeling that something is wrong and its not working for some reason. No beep, no reaction no nothing at all. How can i check if its working?
Hi. Can I set Smart Mode all the time active on Sorento hybrid 2023?
what is the A (off) button below and to the right in the video at 1: 15 ...is that the Lock button?
I have a 2018 Kia Soul what should I drive what mode
My 2021 sorento non turbo in eco mode get about 8.0Lper 100km in summer. I drive 100km a day mostly highway 110km. Sometime 130 140. Right now in winter I'm 9.5 to 10L per 100km. I'm getting 690km a full take on computer But really prob 500km a take. I'll def try smart mode see if it goes up orndown
Definitely way better shifting in smart mode
Don’t forget to reset fuel economy after you fill up at pump to test trips and computer
I have a kia forte 2019, it has normal, sport and smart mode, is smart mode the best for fuel? And if so when should i use normal mode
It's all about how it feels to you. The Smart mode is going to put it into an ECO mode, unless you really get into the pedal. It's the mode that I recommend on that car for economy. Some people find the throttle to be a little lazy in any version of an eco mode, so if you feel that, then Normal mode would be better suited to you, and of course Sport mode makes the car a little more... immediate. Quicker reactions etc.
Thank you for asking this because I have that car😂😅
I have a new KIa Seltes S. I can't set up the navigation/audio on the screen. For instances when I have sirrus playing I don't see the channels.
I can't find a button the driver's side to open the hatchback either. It is very frustrating because I am 75 and live on my on. P
What type of gas is recommended ?
Depends on the vehicle, most of our vehicles just require regular unleaded.
My 2020 kia SX Sorento came with an SD card but it doesn't do anything. I don't have navigation. What can I do to make it work?
My Kia 2021 does not have eco on it??? Can I buy one of those and put under my dash board and if so where????
What if mine don’t light up and work what’s the fix?
hey nice new intro for the video!!!
when in terrain mode, which setting is it on at all times without the selection selected?
I'm going to do a little more research on Terrain mode before I answer officially. I'm pretty sure that I know how everything works, but I want to make sure that I know all there is to know before I dig into those and put myself out there on video. So I'll answer your question soon! Promise!
Your so much help on the live videos, Thanks for all your time and input,
2019 SXL. 23 mpg in smart, 35 in eco
Why does smart mode go off when cruise is set? That bugs me. Haha
Thanks that help a lot and I will used Smart mode then!
I have a 2019 Kia Sorento, Ex…will driving in the manual mode on the highway give me better gas mileage? I have always driven a standard transmission, so I am very familiar with RPM’s and shifting.
What is the best Highway driving speed for Niro Hybrid to get the best fuel consumption? And what it would be?
Id say smart mode
I have Kia Optima 2019 I don't see smart mode. I press button eco comfort and sport. Is there smart mode and I am doing something wrong
I Have A Kia Sportage 2022 Black Edition When Should I Put It On Sport Mode...On High Way OR City???
Only when you want to drive a bit more aggressively. Passing maneuvers on a country road, driving quickly through a winding road. Towing a trailer up a hill. All of those will benefit from the car revving higher and being left in the powerband. Beyond that, you'll probably find that the extra fuel usage doesn't outweigh the extra fun. But it's up to you!
Hi, my kia sorento 2023 LX plus has the initial 4X at the back instead of AWD, i wonder what does 4X means, and is it AWD? thanks
I have been driving in smart mode on my Seltos for awhile now. When I want to save fuel I just keep it in the green
Yes. How you drive determines how much fuel you use, but the Smart mode will work with an efficient driver to save fuel.
I have 2021 Kia k5 gt line 1.6L how often should I have spark plugs changed and also transmission fluid serviced? Drain n fill or what????
I don't know the exact maintenance information memorized, but that type of information is in your owner's manual. I'm guessing here, but if it's consistent with other vehicles they're a long way off.
Thanks so much for these amazing videos. You’ve been so helpful. I do have another question, does the feature that puts the engine to sleep when you are stopped really save on fuel and is this feature hard on the starter?
Check out the RUclips Channel "Engineering Explained" as he has a good, science based video to show that this feature actually does save some fuel. After watching that, you can decide if it's worth it for you. It will also save some emissions which is also a good thing.
I always disable this feature. It's a waste of time. For the little bit of fuel it may save, and I doubt it saves any fuel at all, it's not worth the aggravation of having the engine stop/start every time you come to a stop. This feature just makes the tree huggers feel better.
@@randyscott1496 Well, it might save fuel. But probably not enough to cover the cost of premature starter replacment coming in a few years. I keep mine disabled as well.
I disable this every time I drive! Sometimes that feature is already disabled so I don’t need to push that button every time. What determines it stays “off” sometimes when I start the vehicle. I’ve NEVER liked this feature on any vehicle I’ve ever owned, ITS A PAIN IN THE AZZ!
Hey Peter, great content!! Thank you. Just wondering if the vehicle will start in smart mode? Or do you have to keep changing the mode to smart mode every time you turn on a Kia Vehicle.
It will start in Smart Mode. Usually Sport Mode is the only mode that the car won't start up in, I'll double check to see if that is still true in this vehicle tomorrow.
@@BrantfordKia Seems my 2019 Stinger doesn't like to start in smart mode.
No,its always start in Eco Mode and then you need to change manually.
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hi just bought a 2020 kia forte ex 2 weeks ago can i order a cargo net for it and is it hard to install if i choose to do it myself. ie are those black plugs hard to remove and refit hooks
2. what size tires and rims should i get standard on my ex should be 16 inch correct
3. i got a rust protection electronic unit from dealer extends the rust protection to 10 years plus he kicked in 2 oil changes and servicing . for 1000 can.. whats your opinion on electronic rust protection and how do cars you sold after some years hold up ie can you see if electronic rust protection really works.
i love your videos can i order some parts from you and youcan ship to montreal thanks bob
Hello! You may want to chat with our parts department directly for something like this. Feel free to give us a call at 519-304-6542
I,m confused betwen the park brake on my EV6 centre cosole and the emergency park brake on the dash. Are they the same or are they used for different things. When should I use the centrs console button vs the dashboard switch.
John U.
What GPS does it use? and how do you update it? and does it cost $$$$ to update the maps?
This is Kia's factory GPS. The last time I checked, we have free mapping updates for 10 years. It is a simple download on to a USB storage device (thumbdrive etc) and then you can upload it to the vehicle. We also have Android Auto and Apple CarPlay in our vehicles now so you can use Google Maps, Apple Maps and others. In some of our vehicles you can connect your phone wirelessly for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Hey Peter just trying out smart mode in my 2022 Santa Fe Hybrid Luxury and when I restart the car it's back into Eco. So do I need to switch to Smart every time I drive?
Yes
WHAT IF YOUR A LEADFOOT, WHAT MODE?
Hello Guys,
Is there any way I can set smart mode as my sorento's default mode setting.
So everytime I turn my car on and I don't have to manually change it to smart mode.
Thank you
How do I get the window back up when car is locked I have a Hiro 3!
can't find diff lock button on our 2022 xline turbo, or is sand or mud mode lock the diffs automatically?
I’ve been wondering about this… I guess this would also be true and the US Santa Cruz Limited. I learned something today!
Keep in mind, this is my opinion based on talking to our customers, but yes, this would be the same for any Santa Cruz. The only difference is that our Santa Cruz vehicles here have a Mud mode and a Sand mode, but that doesn't change things for you.
Will comfort mode give good mileage
Does it matter what fuel octane I put in the 2021 Kia Sorento I just got ?? Will 87 octane be fine or do I need to put 93 ??
Changing drive mode changes the suspension as well on a sorentoGTLineDiesel 2021?
Great videos. I have a 2020 kia sportage sport. Can I change the headlight bulbs to leds for better visibility? Thanks
I think you could... but I'm not the one to advise you on that. There are some aftermarket LED packages that are not very good, so I wouldn't want to advise you on how, or what to do.
I have the same car. I asked the service manager where I bought mine at and he said you could but he doesn't recommend it. Something about the electrical system wasn't made for leds and they will just be trouble.
I recently purchased a 2024 KIA Sportage EX. I prefer driving in smart mode. But I dislike having to put it in Smart mode at each new startup. The owner's manual states that it should stay in smart mode once put there for each new startup. I took it to my local dealer and they could not make it happen either. They said the owner's manual is wrong. Anyone else have any knowledge on this?
Hey! My daily drive is a Sportage, like you I keep it in SMART mode. When I restart the engine, it does stay in SMART mode, but if I press down on drive/terrain mode button, it will revert it back to normal. However, if you just turn the engine on and don’t adjust the dial, you should stay in SMART mode.
Right you are. I finally realized the cluster color scheme on startup was that of the Smart mode. So I went ahead with driving and after about a minute the word Smart showed up on the instrument cluster. Smart and Normal are the only two modes that will retain their setting. Sport will roll back to normal. Thanks for your reply.
Hi i have a question
Why the music from my Android phone don't sound loud on my kia Sorento 2020
Eco for traffic Smart mode for regular driving 😊
While Sport mode when u haven't had your coffee yet
And Comfort when u see cop cars with radar gun ... 😅
Or at school & residential zones ✌✌❤
Haha! Sounds like you've got a system!
Hello I have a late 2019 Kia Sorento and it seems that I do not have the "wireless" version of Carplay (for iOS). Q1 Do I have to plug in to the USB? Q2 Will an update to Firmware and Software via SD Card add this wireless facility which appears to be there on 2020/21 version. Strangely my old 2014 Sorento connected automatically so that I could use Voice Control button to make phone calls to my contacts. On both cars Bluetooth is working correctly.
The 2019 Kia Sorento does not have wireless Apple CarPlay, the newer cars with the 8 inch screens do have that. I haven't heard of any software update that will allow the feature to work on previous model year vehicles, so I wouldn't expect it.
Is it the same for the Tucson Hybrid? Smart is better to use than the ECO mode?
It can be different for everyone, but I still think that most people will appreciate the smart mode over an eco mode for overall driveability and fuel efficiency.
Doesnt vorkon my new sportage mhev??
I have a Kia Sorento Plug-in. WHen i start my car it defaults to ECO mode. How do i change it to default to smart mode so i don't have to change it every time before i drive??
I believe that the PHEV's start in Eco mode, but to be fair, it doesn't have the same affect from the driver's seat as it would in a gasoline car. In a gasoline car, the car can resist downshifting in ECO mode, but in the PHEV you have that torque available, so driveability in that mode should still be fine.
How to set 2021 Kia k5 to digital speedometer
Can you change modes while driving? or only in park?
Great question! You can absolutely change modes while driving!
niro hybrid 2021 , eco does rev , sport does not rev ... I always thought sport was worse .. its good on motorways ( UK here ) but does not have paddle regen , unlike eco
In Canada, we don't have paddle shifting regeneration on our Niro Hybrid, it's only on our Niro EV.
My 2023 Kia Telluride is terrible on gas. I’m total I’m barely getting 400km on a full tank. I have been driving on eco mostly. When I fill the tank, it tells me total KMs I can get is around 480 which is still terrible. Others that I know with same model and year get much more. Is there something wrong with my Kia?
Ya noticed my Telluride is bad on gas also. Said 600km on full tank but I barely got over 400km driving on smart all week. It may be because of the size of the vehicle that we use of a lot of gas.
2021 sorento fwd S owner here. Question. Why when im in sport and try pulling onto the road from a stop with some speed does it rev so high it seems like something is gunna explode? I like the sport mode but it seems like its not meant for a 4 cylinder from dead stop to go.
Sport mode is designed to keep the revs up in order to keep the vehicle in its powerband. In general, I don't recommend that people drive all the time in sport mode in the more mainstream cars. It usually uses more fuel then people want, and the overall driveability isn't as smooth.
What about 2018 Kia Cerato? Should i do the same thing?
The Cerato is similar to our Forte, so in my driving, I think it's the same thing as what this video says.
I have a Sorento 2022 premium, I want to know what the semi circle with the A letter does ?
That button turns the auto start/stop on and off. So if you don't want your car turning the engine off at stoplights, that button can prevent that.
@@BrantfordKia I have the Sorento premium and for some reason the car does not stop/start when the car is not moving (red light , traffic jam) the button is not switched on (light off ) please advise and thank you
I can't notice much difference between Comfort and Sport. In Sport it revs higher, but doesn't use any more fuel. So it must be smart enough to inject less fuel when it's cruising at constant speed.
If it's revving higher, it's using more fuel, so I think over the long haul, you'll notice the difference. The Sport mode keeps things in the powerband more so than the other modes.
thanks for the video! thumbs up for ya!
Why doesn't my maps work all the time on my dashboard? I have an Android.
I have a 2021 K5 GT line. My car wasn’t equipped with UVO technology or a nav integration, is that something that can be implemented at the dealership with a software upgrade or it’s just out of the question for me at this point
Yeah, if the car doesn't come with UVO Intelligence or Navigation, those can't be added in the future.
I have a 2020 Niro PHEV. I'm concerned that the "liftgate room lamp" lacks an on/off switch. I tried to pry the light out so I could add a switch in series with the +12V lead using screwdrivers on the notches on the end & top but I'm afraid of breaking the light. Is a special tool req'd. or is it OK to pry on the light?
Hi there. What are your thoughts on driving mode on the 2021 Elantra Preferred? It does not have smart mode. Just normal, sport and eco
Those modes are simply designed to work with you. I usually drive in the ECO or Normal modes, the Sport is usually best just for more aggressive driving as it can lead to worse fuel economy. I would see which one works best for you. Eco works great if you drive relatively economically, but if you're a lead-foot, you may find that it doesn't shift when you want it to, and it fights what you're trying to do. Normal mode is great for most drivers, and Sport is good to make the car feel a little more peppy.
I changed the tires and now the tpms warning is always on. How do I turn it off?
You need to have tire pressure monitors in your winter tires or you'll see the warning.
How about for a 2015 KIA Soul Plus edition?
I'm not sure what you're asking me about?
@@BrantfordKia sorry. I was wondering if I should keep my 2015 soul plus in eco mode? Of sport, comfort or normal. That is the options for that year. The salesman when I bought it said keep it in eco and normal mode unless I need power. Then just turn off eco mode he said.
@@georgewhiplemyerjr.9165 With those cars, I always tell people to drive where they feel comfortable. Some people drive in ECO mode all the time and find it to be perfect. Some people don't like the way that mode dulls the throttles. Others don't like the way that the Power mode is jumpy on the throttle, and uses more fuel. It really just depends on what you prefer.
@@BrantfordKia Thank-you
How bout comfort ? You didnt talk about it
I've had my winter tires put on my 2021 Seltos.... the yellow indicator light shows that I need to fill up my tires. They look fine, does this happen because of the "winter tires" that are on ? Will the light disappear once I put my summer tires on ?
If your tires are properly inflated, this usually occurs because you don't have tire pressure monitors in your set of winter tires. If the car can't read the monitors, it will tell you that you have an issue. You can solve this by having monitors installed in your tires, but if you don't do that, you'll see the light on. When you return to your all season tires, the light will go off, and you will, once again, be able to see the exact pressure in each individual tire.
Thank you for the response. Awesome videos !!
@@larryherechuk7351 Thanks for your kind words.
do exterior mirrors retract when stopping a Tucson 2022 luxery plug in
The Tucson mirrors do not power fold to the best of my knowledge.
@@BrantfordKia merci tank you
@@andrebeauregard9728 Merci!
Why does the top model X-line Prestige only have snow mode? No mud or sand mode.
Probably because you're American. We film in Canada, and that's one big feature that we have that you don't.
@@BrantfordKia
Dude, that just bites....
@@blagoyavichrod Hey! Canada is here for you when you're ready! It's pretty great up here!
Love that idea for the car..
Yeah, drive modes are great, and I really like the Smart mode!
How do you set the Kia k5 to digital speedometer?
It's in the menus. You need to use the steering wheel buttons. I'd have to make a video to show you, but you might be quicker to just stop by your dealer to have them show you if you don't see it.
So if smart mode saves you on fuel, why do they put Eco mode in a car like mine a 2020 Sedona LX if it doesn’t help your fuel mileage?
No, eco mode will definitely save you fuel, but you need to drive economically to get the benefit of that mode. If you drive aggressively, eco mode will resist the downshift as long as is reasonable, and then as the driver searches for more power by pressing the throttle further, the car will downshift aggressively and rev, potentially up to redline. Smart mode can help you maximize efficiency by helping you stay in eco mode, but if you need power it will avoid that high revving by sensing what you're trying to do. For many people, smart mode will get you the best real world fuel efficiency. Eco mode is great if you drive efficiently at all times. Smart mode is often better for the rest of us. Re-watch the video, to see what I'm saying, hopefully it will make more sense with this context.
Does this apply to the 2021 Sorento Hybrid also?
We don't have that model here in Canada yet. With hybrid vehicles, I find that most of my driving can be done in ECO and because of the electric torque, the eco mode provides the driving experience that I want, while still giving me the best mileage.
Best for fuel for the 2021 Kia Sportage ex premium S? Thank you
Same principal applies. If you drive efficiently, the ECO mode will work with you to get the best fuel economy. In that vehicle, if you're driving aggressively and you notice that the car resists downshifts but then revs excessively, you may find that the comfort (or normal) mode is the one that will return the best real world fuel efficiency.
Kia Forte 2021
Sooo… if ‘Smart’ setting gives best fuel efficiency across all others what’s the point of having the others? Why not just make the vehicle constantly fuel efficient 🤔
When I'm trying to merge on the highway and don't have the pickup to accelerate properly, I'm not thinking about saving gas. It comes in handy for stuff like that. Also when you're passing a sketchy driver on the highway or just any situation where you want to pass quicker without high revving your engine. Another example is when the speed limit is 60 and you're going uphill, you gotta high rev to maintain speed. There's always companies with bare bones car models and fuel efficiency. If you spend extra for nicer models you get options and options are cool. Also not everybody is concerned with wasting an extra 20-40$ a month(I'm sadly not in that club lol). If that's not an issue, driving in normal mode is better than eco. Eco can feel erratic. It's like the car is passively fighting to not let you accelerate sometimes.
Why my passenger air bag stays off???, on my kia sportage
If there isn't anyone in the passenger seat, it will remain off. If you have a passenger (not a very young child) then it should be on. If that's not the case, you should have it checked by your dealer.
Eco saves
Can you really drive in all electric when you choose to? Is that Eco mode?
This video wasn't made with a PHEV in mind, but a regular car. If you have a Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle, than setting it to eco, and being mindful of your throttle usage can easily get the vehicle to drive in purely electric mode when it's not freezing cold outside.
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Haha! Humberto! You need better hobbies!! Just kidding, thanks for watching. We'll see you in the live video at 2 o'clock!
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Thankyou
Thanks for watching!
Want 2 lock my 2023 Sportage , While im Warming The Car Up ??
Why is my check engine light staying on
I'm not sure, but you should definitely have your local dealer check it out.