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What is Kia Connect?

2023 Kia Carnival with Kia Connect

Kia Connect is the signature suite of Kia connectivity apps. This system used to be called Kia UVO before its discontinuation in model year 2022. Hendrick Kia of Cary is going to show you the various Kia Connect features that will make your drives through Raleigh more convenient than ever. If you want to know how to use Kia Connect, we suggest you contact our service professionals in Cary who can diagnose and fix any Kia technology issue.

Kia Connect Plans

There are four different Kia Connect plans that you can choose once your complimentary 1-year free trial nears its end. Check them out, and see which is right for you. We’ll also highlight some features of each plan, but contact us or go online if you want to learn more: 

Lite

  • My Trips
  • 911 Connect
  • Maintenance Alert
  • Remote Charge
  • And more!

Care

  • Features of the Lite package, and:
  • Curfew Alert
  • Vehicle Alarm Alert
  • Roadside Assistance
  • And more!

Plus

  • Features of Care Package, and:
  • Remote Lock/Unlock
  • Remote Climate
  • Find My Car
  • And more!

Ultimate

  • Features of Plus Package, and:
  • Home-to-Car (Alexa®)
  • My POIs
  • And more!

Other Kia Connect Features: Highlights

In addition to the ones mentioned above, there are some other Kia Connect features that we’d like to highlight in greater detail. Check them out below, and consider how much they’ll enhance your Durham driving experience: 

General

  • Climate Scheduling: From the Kia app (or online), you can set your vehicle’s cabin according to your climate preference. 
  • Digital Key: If you have a compatible smartphone or smartwatch, you can use these devices to access your Kia.

Security

  • Stolen Vehicle Recovery: Kia Connect technology and trained Kia agents help law enforcement recover your stolen Kia vehicle.
  • Stolen Vehicle Immobilization: If necessary, you can use Kia Connect to shut down the vehicle’s engine, which immobilizes it.

Alerts

  • Speed Alert: You’ll get alerted if your Kia exceeds your preset speed preferences.
  • Diagnostic Alert: You’ll get alerted if a warning indicator is triggered. Vehicle diagnostics check the powertrain, chassis, and airbag systems.
  • Valet Alert: You can pre-set a driving limit, and will receive an alert if your vehicle is driven beyond it. 

Remote Controls

  • Remote Lock and Unlock: From the Kia app (or online), you can remotely lock or unlock your Kia vehicle.
  • Remote Heated Seats: From the Kia app (or online), you can remotely heat your seats before you get in your Kia on a cold day.
  • Remote Ventilated Seats: From the Kia app (or online), you can ventilate your seats remotely.

Eco Features

  • Remote Charge & Stop Charge: From the Kia app (or online) you can remotely start or stop charging your Kia vehicle.
  • Charge Scheduling: From the Kia app (or online) you can set your vehicle to charge according to your preferred schedule.

Navigation

  • Connected Routing: Using real-time traffic data, Connected Routing improves the efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness of your Apex driving by providing you with better routing and greater arrival time accuracy.
  • Connected Weather: Get real-time weather information for over 25,000 cities.

Hendrick Kia of Cary: Your Local Kia Maintenance Experts

Now, you know what Kia Connect is. What comes next? If your Kia Connect system isn’t working, you can schedule service with our team members and make sure your vehicle is running properly. We also have a deep knowledge base of Kia service tips that will make you a more knowledgeable Kia owner. Throughout the life of your vehicle, Hendrick Kia of Cary has you covered.

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