Energy Flow; Engine Only Propulsion; Engine Generation - Kia Niro 2018 Owner's Manual

Features of your vehicle

Energy flow

Kia hybrid system notifies the drivers
of energy flow in various operating
modes. Eleven Modes show drivers
the current operating condition.
Vehicle Stop
The mode means the vehicle at stop.
(There is no energy flow.)
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EV Propulsion
Electric power is used to move the
vehicle. (Battery ➞ Wheel)
Power Assist
ODE046120N
Electric and Engine power are used
to move the vehicle.
(Battery & Engine ➞ Wheel)

Engine Only Propulsion

ODE046121N
Engine power is used to move the
vehicle. (Engine ➞ Wheel)

Engine Generation

ODE046122N
Vehicle is stopped with the Engine
charging the hybrid battery.
(Engine ➞ Battery)
ODE046123N
ODE046124N