Smart regeneration system activation

With AUTO for the regenerative braking level displayed on the cluster, the regenerative braking level is controlled automatically when vehicle speed is above 6 mph (10 km/h) and one of the condition below is met.

  • The road gradient changes

  • Distance from the vehicle ahead reduces or increases

  • Speed of the vehicle ahead reduces or increases

If all the conditions above are not met, the regenerative braking works as level 0.

NOTE

  • The regenerative braking level can be adjusted based on the driver’s deceleration style. (Strong decelerartion/Medium deceleration/Soft deceleration)

    To adjust the level, select Settings > EV > Smart Regeneration System in the infotainment system.

  • The infotainment system may change after software updates. For more information, refer to the user’s manual provided in the infotainment system and the quick reference guide

NOTE

When vehicle speed is under 6 mph (10 km/h), the Smart Regeneration System is canceled. The driver must adjust the vehicle speed by depressing the accelerator or brake pedal according to the road condition ahead and driving condition.

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If the front radar recognizes the vehicle in front, AUTO is displayed in green. The regenerative braking level is automatically controlled depending on the driving condition of the vehicle in front and the level is indicated with arrows.

However, current regenerative braking level is maintained if the driver depresses the brake pedal while the system is in activation. Also, the system is canceled temporarily if the accelerator pedal is depressed.

WARNING

The Smart Regeneration System which automatically controls the regenerative braking level when coasting is only a supplemental system for the driver’s convenience. Do not solely rely on this system to stop the vehicle. The system cannot completely stop the vehicle in all situations nor avoid all collisions. The brake control may be insufficient depending on the speed of the vehicle in front and when the vehicle in front suddenly stops, a vehicle cuts in suddenly or there is a steep slope. Always look ahead cautiously to prevent unexpected and sudden situations from occurring.

Smart regeneration system will be temporarily canceled when:

  • Canceled manually

    The Smart Regeneration System turns off temporarily and AUTO for the regenerative braking level disappears from the cluster.

    Pull and hold the right side of the paddle shifter for more than 0.5 second.

  • Canceled automatically

    • The vehicle is shifted to N (Neutral), R (Reverse) or P (Park).

    • Smart Cruise Control is in activation.

    • The ESC (Electronic Stability Control) or ABS is operating.

    • Snow mode is in activation.

NOTE

When the smart regeneration system is canceled automatically, adjust the vehicle speed directly by engaging the accelerator or brake pedal according to the road conditions ahead.