Phev (Plug-In Electric Vehicle) System - Kia Niro 2018 Owner's Manual

PHEV (PLUG-IN ELECTRIC VEHICLE) SYSTEM

The Kia Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) shares the characteristics of both a conventional hybrid electric vehi-
cle and an all-electric vehicle.
When used as a conventional hybrid electric vehicle, the HEV computer selectively operates between the engine and
the electric motor or even both at the same time.
When it is operating in the electric vehicle mode, the vehicle is driven only using the electric motor over a certain dis-
tance until the hybrid battery becomes low. The driving distance in EV mode depends on customer driving style and road
conditions. Aggressive driving maneuvers may at times temporarily enable the engine to operate for maximum power.
The hybrid battery can be fully charged by connecting a plug to an external electric power source.
The engine can be turned on due to factors such as heater usage and a frequent operation of the accelerator pedal
by a driver in CD mode.
CD (Charge Depleting) Mode
Electric motor
Electric Vehicle Mode
CS (Charge Sustaining) Mode
Engine+Motor
Motor
Engine+Motor
or Motor
Start up/Low speed Acceleration High speed
Charging
Charging
Battery charging
Deceleration 6 External charging
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