How Kia Connect Enhances Your Summer Driving Experience
Beat the Heat with Remote Climate Control and Ventilated Seating
Alberta summers can push your vehicles cabin well beyond comfort. Kia Connect solves this by giving drivers remote control over cabin temperature and seat comfortbefore stepping outside. With the Kia Access app, you can start your vehicle, pre-cool the cabin, and even activate ventilated seats remotely.
Remote Climate Control: Stay Cool Before You Get In
- Smartphone Activation: Start your Kia and run the climate system from anywhere, even outside your key fobs range.
- Multi-Zone Compatibility: Works with dual-zone, tri-zone, and multi-zone climate control setups across Kia models.
- Real-Time Monitoring: View cabin temperatures and adjust settings from your phone.
- Automatic Shutoff: Maintains fuel efficiency by running only as long as needed.
These tools are perfect for hot parking lots or extended grocery runsyour Kia is already cool when you return.
Ventilated Seats and Steering Wheel Cooling
- Air-Cooled Seats: Circulate air through perforated seats to keep you cool during long drives.
- Remote Activation: Turn on ventilated seating before you step into the cabin.
- Steering Wheel Comfort: Prevents burning-hot touchpoints with remote-cooled steering wheel surfaces.
- Rear Zone Control: In equipped models, rear passengers also benefit from temperature adjustments.
Digital Key and Over-the-Air Updates
- Keyless Entry: Use your phone as a key with NFC and Bluetooth connectivity.
- Live Cabin Updates: Monitor climate system status and interior temps before heading out.
- OTA Improvements: Receive performance updates and feature upgrades wirelessly.
Everything is controlled through the Kia Access app, available on iOS and Android devices, with minimal data usage and easy pairing.
Subscription Options: Plus vs. Ultimate
| Tier | Key Summer Features | Other Perks |
|---|---|---|
| Plus | Remote climate control, seat/steering wheel cooling, Digital Key | Find My Car, Send-to-Car navigation |
| Ultimate | All Plus features | Advanced vehicle tracking, deeper navigation tools |
Both tiers give you full access to the most important comfort featuresno matter the trim or model.
Experience Kia Connect at North Edmonton Kia
Modern convenience meets practical comfort with Kia Connect. Whether you're commuting across Edmonton or prepping for a weekend road trip, these summer-ready features make every drive cooler, safer, and more enjoyable.
Visit us at 13634 St Albert Trail NW, Edmonton, AB, or call (780) 5091550 to see Kia Connect in action on models like the Sportage, Sorento, or Telluride.
To learn more about Kia Connect, visit Kia.ca.
