Kia Sorento: Smart Cruise Control display and control - Smart Cruise Control operation - Smart Cruise Control (SCC) - Driver assistance guideKia Sorento: Smart Cruise Control display and control

Kia Sorento (MQ4, 2021-2026) Owner's Manual / Driver assistance guide / Smart Cruise Control (SCC) / Smart Cruise Control operation / Smart Cruise Control display and control

You can effortlessly monitor the real-time operational status of the advanced Smart Cruise Control system directly within the dedicated Driving Assist view on your vehicle's instrument cluster, ensuring you stay fully informed on the road. For comprehensive details regarding alternative configurations, please refer to the instrument cluster LCD display modes.

When active, the Kia Sorento Smart Cruise Control information is clearly presented on the display as shown in the following detailed layout:

Kia Sorento instrument cluster displaying Smart Cruise Control operation status and vehicle distance

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  • The instrument cluster displays the distance from the vehicle ahead according to the actual distance between that vehicle and yours.

  • The target distance may vary according to the vehicle speed and the set distance level. If the vehicle speed is low, even though the vehicle distance has changed, the change of the target vehicle distance may be small.

  • The images or colors may display differently depending on the specifications of the instrument cluster or theme.

Accelerating temporarily

Kia Sorento dashboard screen indicating temporary acceleration mode during cruise control

If you want to speed up temporarily while operating Smart Cruise Control without altering the pre-set cruising speed, simply engage the accelerator pedal. While the accelerator pedal is actively engaged, the current set speed, distance level, and target distance will blink on the instrument cluster to notify you of the temporary override.

However, if you do not engage the accelerator pedal sufficiently, the Kia Sorento may naturally begin to decelerate depending on road conditions.

WARNING

Be careful when accelerating temporarily, as Smart Cruise Control does not control the speed and distance automatically during this action, even if there is another vehicle directly ahead of you.

Based on Driving Style operating

Kia Sorento digital instrument panel showing Based on Driving Style feature metrics

When the intelligent Based on Driving Style setting is enabled, the instrument cluster displays the set vehicle distance level and target vehicle distance in crisp white text. It intelligently adapts and displays the distance level and target distance profile based on your personal driving habits and historical inputs.

Temporarily canceling Smart Cruise Control

Kia Sorento instrument cluster warning interface for temporary cruise control cancellation

(A) Smart Cruise Control deactivated

If Smart Cruise Control is temporarily canceled automatically by the vehicle's safety computers, a clear warning message appears on the instrument cluster, accompanied by an audible warning chime.

Smart Cruise Control is temporarily canceled automatically when:

NOTE

If Smart Cruise Control is temporarily canceled while the vehicle is at a standstill with the function activated, EPB (Electronic Parking Brake) may be applied.

WARNING

When Smart Cruise Control is temporarily canceled, the distance from the vehicle ahead will not be maintained. Always have your eyes on the road and, if necessary, engage the brake pedal to reduce your speed and maintain a safe distance.

Smart Cruise Control conditions not satisfied

Kia Sorento driver display showing unmet conditions warning message for cruise control

(A) Smart Cruise Ctrl. conditions not met

If you operate the Driving Assist button, ( Kia Sorento steering wheel driving assist control button icon) switch, ( Kia Sorento steering wheel cruise control speed adjustment switch icon) switch, or (Kia Sorento steering wheel distance setting control switch icon) switch when the Smart Cruise Control operating conditions are not satisfied, a warning message appears on the instrument cluster, and an audible warning sounds.

In traffic

Kia Sorento instrument cluster prompt instructing driver to accelerate in heavy traffic

(A) Use switch or pedal to accelerate

In heavy traffic conditions, your Kia Sorento will smoothly come to a complete stop if the vehicle traveling ahead of you stops. If the leading vehicle starts moving again within a short window, your vehicle will automatically resume motion as well.

After you have stopped your vehicle and a certain period of time has passed, a warning message appears on the instrument cluster. Engage the accelerator pedal or push the ( Kia Sorento steering wheel driving assist control button icon) switch, ( Kia Sorento steering wheel cruise control speed adjustment switch icon) switch, or (Kia Sorento steering wheel distance setting control switch icon) switch to start driving.

Warning road conditions ahead

Kia Sorento display alert warning driver to watch for surrounding vehicles

(A) Watch for surrounding vehicles

When the advanced sensor function detects surrounding vehicles or potential hazards, a prominent warning message appears on the instrument cluster, and an audible warning sounds to alert you about complex road conditions ahead.

WARNING

Always pay attention to vehicles or objects that may suddenly appear ahead of you and, if necessary, engage the brake pedal to reduce your speed and maintain a safe distance.

Collision Warning

Kia Sorento instrument cluster showing active collision warning alert

(A) Collision Warning

When there is a high collision risk with a vehicle ahead while Smart Cruise Control is operating, a warning message appears on the instrument cluster, an audible warning sounds, and the steering wheel vibrates to ensure immediate driver reaction.

Always keep your eyes on the road and, if necessary, engage the brake pedal to reduce your speed and maintain a safe distance.

WARNING

Always pay attention to road conditions. Smart Cruise Control may not warn you of a collision in the following situations:

  • A vehicle ahead is near, or the speed of the vehicle ahead is above or similar to yours.

  • The speed of a vehicle ahead is very slow or at a standstill.

  • You engage the accelerator pedal right after turning Smart Cruise Control ON.

WARNING

  • Smart Cruise Control does not substitute for proper and safe driving. It is your responsibility to always check your speed and distance from a vehicle ahead.

  • Smart Cruise Control may not recognize unexpected, sudden, or complex situations, so always pay attention to driving conditions and control the speed of your vehicle.

  • Keep Smart Cruise Control OFF when you are not using it to avoid inadvertently setting a speed.

  • Do not open any door or leave the vehicle while Smart Cruise Control is operating, even if the vehicle is stopped.

  • Always be aware of the selected speed and distance ahead.

  • Keep a safe distance according to the road conditions and vehicle speed. Driving at a high speed at too close a distance may result in a serious collision.

  • When maintaining distance with a vehicle ahead, if that vehicle disappears from view, Smart Cruise Control may suddenly accelerate to the set speed. Always be aware of unexpected and sudden situations.

  • The vehicle speed may decrease on an upward slope and increase on a downward slope.

  • Always be aware of unexpected situations, such as when a vehicle cuts into your lane suddenly.

  • When towing a trailer or something similar, your vehicle may experience frequent shifting and high RPM, and the performance of Smart Cruise Control may be compromised. Always drive with caution.

  • Turn OFF Smart Cruise Control when your vehicle is being towed.

  • Smart Cruise Control may not operate properly in areas with strong electromagnetic interference.

  • Smart Cruise Control may not detect an obstacle ahead, leading to a collision. Always look ahead to prevent unexpected and sudden situations from occurring.

  • Vehicles frequently changing lanes ahead of you may cause a delayed Smart Cruise Control reaction, or may cause Smart Cruise Control to react to a vehicle that is actually in an adjacent lane. Always drive cautiously to prevent unexpected and sudden situations from occurring.

  • Always be aware of your surroundings and drive safely, even when a warning message does not appear or an audible warning does not sound.

  • Smart Cruise Control may not display a warning message or generate an audible warning if any other function’s warning message is displayed or audible warning is generated at the same time.

  • You may not hear the warning sound of Smart Cruise Control if your surroundings are noisy.

  • The vehicle manufacturer is not responsible for any traffic violation or accident you cause.

  • Always set the vehicle speed under the posted speed limit.

  • If your driving style changes, the distance, acceleration, and reaction speed may change.

CAUTION

  • You must drive your vehicle sufficiently for it to analyze your actual driving style, including vehicle distance, acceleration, and reaction speed.

  • Based on Driving Style may not reflect your driving style or the driving conditions, which could affect safe driving.

  • If you are driving in inclement conditions, such as snow, rain, fog, or steep hills, Smart Cruise Control may not drive your vehicle according to your driving style.

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  • Smart Cruise Control may not operate for a few seconds after you restart the vehicle or initialize the front view camera or front radar.

  • You may hear a sound when Smart Cruise Control engages the brake.

  • Based on Driving Style may not reflect your driving style in unsafe ways, such as rapid acceleration.

  • Based on Driving Style does not reflect any aspects of driving style besides vehicle distance, acceleration, and reaction speed.

Turning on Smart Cruise Control
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