The over-the-air (OTA) feature enables convenient and remote updates for software and maps,
allowing Kia's vehicle systems to undergo continuous improvement and refinement.

Get live notifications of your favorite sports events and keep track of everything related to your team.

Introduction

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Battery control

Fully in charge: Get the most out of your battery pack by remotely starting, stopping, and scheduling your charging progress. It's not only a big plus in comfort, but also greatly minimizing cost and time with every charge, while maximizing battery life. From anywhere, with ease. Available for fully electric and plug-in models.

Climate control

Set the temperature for a perfect driving experience: With our fully electric models, you can remotely activate, set and schedule climate control before you get in the car, so it's just right when you get in. Not just for you, but for your Kia as well: With the right temperature in check, your batteries deliver best responsiveness and ideal power conversion right from the start.

Last Mile Navigation

The Last Mile Navigation feature in the Kia Connect In-App Services takes you by the hand and guides you from your car, once you’ve parked, to your actual end destination. Your only focus is finding a parking space. Even if you don’t know the area, you’ll always get straight to where you need to go thanks to the augmented reality navigation.

Valet parking mode

Always in in the know: Monitor vehicle location, driving time, driving distance and top speed in the Kia Connect In-App Services, no matter who’s driving your Kia. All while keeping your onboard data protected.

User profile transfer

Stay in your comfort zone: Restore all your vehicle settings with ease after somebody else drives your Kia. With the Kia Connect In-App Services, all your preferences are just one tap away.

Find my car

A feature you can't lose with: Find your car anywhere with the Locator function – ideal if you parked your Kia in a large car park.

Send to car

Your way, all the way: Plan and set your journey in advance with the Kia Connect In-App Services, then send any address seamlessly to your Kia’s navigation system.

Vehicle status

Always on top of things: Get an overview of key elements of your car´s status such as ignition, fuel or battery charge level, as well as door and window lock, seating, and lights.

Door control

Unsure if you've locked your car? You can remotely lock the doors of your Kia via Kia Connect In-App Services without a key or fob.

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My trips

Let your stats speak for themselves: Get a summary on your previous journeys, including average speed, distance driven and time in transit.

Online navigation

Always know what’s ahead: Online navigation identifies the fastest route on every journey, by accessing cloud-based live and historic traffic data. Constantly updated information adjusts your route in real time and gives you an accurate estimated time of arrival.

Over-the-air (OTA)

To update the over-the-air (OTA) software in your Kia vehicle, follow these simple steps. 

When a pop-up notification appears on the screen, accept it. This will initiate the download and subsequently proceed with the update.

After this, you will immediately gain access to the latest infotainment software and maps’ updates. 

The initial two OTA updates are provided free of charge.  For further updates you still have the option to update manually. This can be done manually via the Navigation Updates Portal or by visiting your nearest Kia dealer for assistance.

Charging stations

The online directory displays the locations of charging stations for Plug-in models as well as other details such as payment methods, plug availability and compatible connector types.

Parking

Park your car swiftly, thanks to finding parking areas before you arrive at your destination. Our system shows potential on-street parking spaces and off-street parking with color-coded availability.

Sport results

Get live notifications of your favorite sports events and keep track of everything related to your team.

Third party calendar

A seamless plan: View your smartphone’s calendar on your navigation screen and let it guide you straight to the location of your upcoming appointments.

Points of interest

Looking for a place to eat, a local business or somewhere special to visit? All this regularly updated information and more is easily accessible via Points of Interest in the Kia Connect In-Car Services.

Voice recognition

Let your voice be heard. The incorporated voice recognition system acts out your commands so you can keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the action.

Notification center

Let your Kia give you a push: Notifications will let you know whenever the car alarm is triggered and share a set of personalized notifications from Kia as well as important insights and diagnostic information about your Kia.

Weather forecast

Is your weekend away going to be sunny or a washout? Better check the three-day weather forecast. Just type in your destination to view a complete summary, including minimum and maximum temperatures and chances of sun or rain.

Fuel info

Just go where it's low. Fuel prices of the nearest petrol stations are automatically updated to Kia Connect In-Car Services so you can plan refueling stops accordingly.