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High voltage (HV) battery (lithium-ion)

  • The charge amount of the high voltage battery may gradually decrease when the vehicle is not driven or charged.

  • The battery capacity of the high voltage battery may decrease over time when the vehicle is stored in high or low temperatures.

  • Distance to empty may vary depending on the driving conditions (cargo, rain, snow, wind, road surfaces), even if the charge amount is the same. The high voltage battery may expend more energy when driving a fast pace or uphill. These actions may reduce the distance to empty.

  • The high voltage battery is used when using the air conditioner/heater. This may reduce the distance to empty. Make sure to set moderate temperatures when using the air conditioner/heater and/or use the pre-conditioning feature prior to departures.

  • Natural degradation may occur with the high voltage battery depending on the number of years the vehicle was used and/or the number of charging cycles. This will reduce the distance to empty over time.

  • When the charge capacity and distance to empty suddenly or dramatically drops, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.

  • If the vehicle will not be in use for an extended period of time, charge the high voltage battery once every three months to prevent it from discharging. Also, if the vehicle battery charge is insufficient, immediately charge the vehicle to full capacity and store the vehicle.

  • AC charging is recommended to keep the high voltage battery in optimal condition.

  • If the high voltage battery charge amount is below 20%, you can keep the high voltage battery performance in optimal condition if you charge the high voltage battery to 100%. (Once a month or more is recommended.)

  • The value of the high voltage battery charge level may vary according to the charging conditions (state of charger, outside temperature, battery temperature, etc.). In order to fully charge the battery, the current of the high voltage battery will be gradually decreased, so that the longevity and safety of the battery can be secured.

CAUTION
  • Make sure to use a designated charger when charging the high voltage battery. Using non-approved or inappropriate types of chargers may have a serious impact on vehicle durability.

  • If the vehicle is kept with insufficient charge for a long period, it may damage the high voltage battery and the high voltage battery may have to be replaced depending on the level of degradation.

  • If the vehicle is in a collision, contact an professional workshop to inspect whether the high voltage battery is still connected. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.

  • Using the Vehicle to Load (V2L) function may reduce the mileage due to the use of high voltage battery energy, and repeated use of the V2L function may cause a decrease in the life of the high voltage battery.