Set the EV Charge Transfer reserve, attach dry compatible equipment to the V2L adapter and confirm the adapter light before use.
Check that your vehicle has it.
Verified in the 2025 U.S.-market Niro EV digital owner's manual. The exterior V2L connector is equipment-dependent and does not apply to Niro Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid.
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Published availability and qualifications
Verified in the 2025 U.S.-market Niro EV digital owner's manual. The exterior V2L connector is equipment-dependent and does not apply to Niro Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid.
- 2025 Niro EV Electric models equipped with the exterior Vehicle-to-Load connector
Know what kind of control to look for.
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Step by step.
- 01
Open EV Charge Transfer and set the minimum battery percentage to retain for driving.
- 02
With dry hands, inspect the adapter, inlet and grounded appliance plug for damage, moisture or debris.
- 03
Connect the appliance to the V2L outlet and close the outlet cover around the cord.
- 04
Insert the V2L connector fully into the vehicle's charging inlet and press its switch.
- 05
Confirm the operating light turns on before using the appliance; switch V2L off before disconnecting.
Important limits
- V2L stops at the selected minimum charge and can stop because of overload or temperature protection.
- Do not use wet, damaged, ungrounded or over-rated appliances and never touch the connector with wet hands.
- External power consumption lowers available driving range.
Quick checks.
- ✓If the light stays off, set the reserve below the current state of charge.
- ✓If output stops, disconnect high-demand loads and check the cluster for a V2L warning.
- ✓If a known-compatible appliance also fails, stop using the adapter and have an authorized Kia dealer inspect it.
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2025 Kia Niro EV Digital Owner's Manual — Vehicle to Load
Relevant section or page: Electric vehicle guide — EV menu — Vehicle to load (V2L). We use the written official source to determine the steps and applicability shown above.
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