Kia Sorento 2023 Manual page 327

Driving your vehicle
SPORT mode
SPORT mode manages the
driving dynamics by automat-
ically adjusting the steering
effort, and the engine and
transmission control logic for enhanced
driver performance.
僅 When SPORT mode is selected by
turning the knob, the SPORT indicator
(orange colour) will appear.
僅 Whenever the engine is restarted, the
Drive Mode will revert back to NOMAL
mode. If SPORT mode is desired, re-
select SPORT mode from the knob.
僅 When SPORT mode is activated:
- The engine rpm will tend to remain
raised over a certain length of time
even after releasing the accelera-
tor.
- Upshifts are delayed when acceler-
ating.
NOTICE
In SPORT mode, the fuel efficiency may
decrease.
Drive mode integrated control system (AWD)
ECO mode
When the Drive Mode is set to
ECO mode, the engine and
transmission control logic are
changed to maximize fuel effi-
ciency.
僅 When ECO mode is selected by turn-
ing the knob, the ECO indicator (green
colour) will appear.
僅 If the vehicle is set to ECO mode,
when the engine is turned OFF and
restarted the Drive Mode setting will
remain in ECO mode.
NOTICE
Fuel efficiency depends on the driver's
driving habit and road condition.
When ECO mode is activated:
僅 The acceleration response may be
slightly reduced if the accelerator
pedal is engaged moderately.
僅 The shift pattern of the automatic
transmission may change.
The above situations are normal condi-
tions when ECO mode is activated to
improve fuel efficiency.
Limitation of ECO mode opera-
tion:
If the following conditions occur whilst
ECO mode is operating, the system
operation is limited even though there is
no change in the ECO indicator.
僅 When driving the vehicle in manual
shift mode.
The system will be limited according
to the shift location.
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