Smartphone Integration

Use Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ to access key apps and features through your Kia’s display.

If supported, you can connect your smartphone to your Kia using Apple CarPlay® or Android Auto™to access navigation, calls, messages, and music directly on the vehicle display, with hands-free voice support.

Android Auto™

Connect your Android smartphone to your Kia to access supported apps such as Google Maps, calls, messages, and voice assistance through the infotainment display.

Apple CarPlay®

Connect your iPhone to your Kia to use Apple Maps, Siri, calls, messages, and music directly on the infotainment display.

Key Features

How to Connect Apple CarPlay® or Android Auto™

Follow these easy steps to connect your iPhone or Android phone to your Kia’s infotainment system.

Step 1. App installation on your smartphone

  • For Android phones, download and install the Android Auto™ app from the Google Play Store.
  • For iPhones, make sure to enable Apple CarPlay® and Siri. If you don't see the option for Apple CarPlay® or Siri, update your iPhone to the latest version of iOS.

Step 2. Setting in your Kia

  • On the Advanced menu screen, tap Settings > Connections > Menu > Phone projection settings > Android Auto™ or Apple CarPlay®.
  • Then, select the checkbox to enable Android Auto™ or Apple CarPlay®, depending on your phone model.

Step 3. Connection

Connect your smartphone to your Kia's USB port using an appropriate USB cable.

Please note that 2022-2024 Kia EV6 models do not support wireless versions of both Android Auto™and Apple CarPlay®  

Step 4. Consent to use

When your smartphone is locked, first unlock it and then agree to use Android Auto™ or Apple CarPlay®.

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