Kia SORENTO HEV 2023 Manual page 44

Hybrid system overview
Engine generation/motor drive
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The engine charges up the high-voltage
battery. The motor power is used to
drive the vehicle.
(Engine → Battery → Wheel)
Engine generation/regeneration
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The engine and regenerative brake sys-
tem charges up the high-voltage battery.
(Engine & Wheel → Battery)
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Driving the hybrid/plug-in hybrid vehicle
Engine brake/regeneration
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The engine braking is simultaneously
used to decelerate the vehicle and to
charge up the high-voltage battery.
(Wheel → Engine & Battery)
Start engine to avoid battery dis-
charge
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If the engine is not turned on with the
ENGINE START/STOP button in ACC or
ON for a whilst, the battery can be dis-
charged. Please turn on the engine to
prevent 12V battery from discharge.