What is Kia Connect?

If you’re in the midst of some thorough Kia research, you may reach a point where you’re comparing Kia UVO vs. Kia Connect. What’s the difference, anyway? It’s simple — the system formerly known as Kia UVO Link has been replaced by a new, optimized system called Kia Connect. With that out of the way, your next question is probably, “What is Kia Connect?” There’s a large variety of Kia Connect features to speak of, but the simplest explanation is that it’s technology designed to elevate your ownership experience with security, connectivity, and safety services. You’ll find Kia Connect in many of the new Kia vehicles at Kia of South Austin, so learn more about its capabilities, below!

Kia Connect Features

Kia Connect includes some brand-new features to enjoy as you drive around Rollingwood and Round Rock, plus some pre-established features that migrated over from the Kia UVO system.

All-New Kia Connect Features:

• Kia Stolen Vehicle Recovery System:In the event of vehicle theft, this system helps law enforcement recover the vehicle with location sharing and immobilization capabilities.
• Map Over the Air (OTA) Updates: Know that you’re getting to your Cedar Creek destination efficiently, as Map OTA Updates give real-time updates on the most optimal route by monitoring street conditions, traffic, and more.
• Fully Refreshed Kia Access App: Wondering how to use Kia Connect? Like always, you can access it via the touchscreen in your vehicle. A new access option is available, too, through the refreshed Kia Access App on your smartphone. The app enables remote services like locking/unlocking the doors, climate control, and more.

Other Highlights of the Kia Connect Features

• Wi-Fi Hotspot 4G LTE: Connect up to five devices and stay in touch with the world, no matter where you roam.
• Enhanced Voice Assist: Use voice commands to adjust climate settings, steering wheel heat, audio settings, and more.
• On-demand Find My Car with Surround View Monitor: The vehicle’s lenses for the rear camera and the driver-assist features are used to capture images of the surroundings where it’s parked. The images are sent to the Kia Access App or Kia Owner’s Portal, where you can view them to help find your car.
• Connected Routing: This is a cloud-based system that tells you the most optimal route to take to your destinations. The system uses AI learning to study road conditions, given live monitoring and historical data.
• Last Mile Navigation: If you have to park ways away from your destination, you can follow walking directions for up to one mile away from your car using Kia Access on your device.
• Connected Weather: Study real time weather information for over 25,000 cities.
• 911 Connect and Enhanced Roadside Assistance: 911 is called automatically if your airbag deploys, or you can access 24/7 roadside assistance if you have a minor accident.
• Smart Speaker Integration: On compatible devices, you can use the smart speakers to interact with Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa and control select vehicle functions, such as remote start.

Learn How to Use Kia Connect with Our Help!

Our team would be happy to show you how to start enjoying your Kia Connect experience. Stop by our Austin dealership anytime, and we’ll help troubleshoot your questions. Or, if you haven’t yet found your ideal new Kia, we can show you around our showroom and help find you the perfect model.