Kia EV6: Driver assistance system / Safe Exit Assist (SEA): (if equipped)

Kia EV6 2022-2026 Owner's Manual / Driver assistance system / Safe Exit Assist (SEA): (if equipped)

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Kia EV6 Safe Exit Assist system detecting approaching vehicle while passengers exit

The Kia EV6 Safe Exit Assist (SEA) system is designed to help reduce the risk of accidents when passengers exit the vehicle.

While the Kia EV6 is stopped, Safe Exit Assist can monitor vehicles approaching from the rear side area and provide visual and audible warnings if a passenger attempts to open a door when a potential collision risk is detected.

The Kia EV6 Safe Exit Assist system is especially useful in busy city traffic, roadside parking situations, school pickup zones, and narrow urban streets.

Kia EV6 electronic child safety lock activated during Safe Exit Assist operation

When the Kia EV6 electronic child safety lock button is set to the LOCK position and the system detects an approaching vehicle from the rear side area, the rear doors may remain locked even if the driver presses the unlock button.

This Kia EV6 Safe Exit Assist feature helps prevent rear passengers from opening the doors into approaching traffic.

CAUTION

The timing of Kia EV6 Safe Exit Assist warnings may vary depending on the speed, direction, and distance of approaching vehicles.

Detection sensor

Please refer to the Detecting Sensor(s) section for detailed information regarding the applicable Kia EV6 sensors and their installation locations.

CAUTION

For more information regarding Kia EV6 rear corner radar operation and limitations, refer to the Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) section.

Safe Exit Assist settings ➤

Safe Exit Assist operation ➤

Safe Exit Assist malfunction and limitations ➤

Safe Exit Warning malfunction and limitations

Safe Exit Assist settings

Other information:

Kia EV6 2022-2026 Owner's Manual: Auto LOCK Enable on speed

When this convenience feature is activated through the Kia EV6 infotainment system, all vehicle doors automatically lock once the vehicle speed exceeds approximately 9 mph (15 km/h). The automatic speed-sensitive locking system of the Kia EV6 is designed to improve passenger safety and enhance overall vehicle security while driving. Drivers can activate or deactivate the automatic door locking and unlocking functions according to their personal preferences.

Kia EV6 2022-2026 Owner's Manual: Gear position

The Kia EV6 instrument cluster displays the currently selected gear position whenever the EV button is in the DRIVE READY or POWER ON mode. P (Park) Always bring the Kia EV6 to a complete stop before shifting into P (Park). To shift from R (Reverse), N (Neutral), or D (Drive) into P (Park), press the [P] button. If the Kia EV6 is switched OFF while stationary, the transmission system automatically shifts into P (Park).