The equipped 2026 Niro EV can supply external AC power through V2L until the battery reaches the Min% Charge reserve selected in EV Charge Transfer.
Check that your vehicle has it.
Verified for the 2026 U.S.-market Niro EV when equipped with the exterior V2L connector. V2L hardware is equipment-dependent.
- Required equipment / service
- Niro EV equipped with the exterior V2L connector
Does the documented scope match your car?
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Published availability and qualifications
Verified for the 2026 U.S.-market Niro EV when equipped with the exterior V2L connector. V2L hardware is equipment-dependent.
Know what kind of control to look for.
This original category diagram is an orientation aid, not a picture of your exact trim. Use the written labels and your vehicle manual to identify the real control.
Step by step.
- 01
Open EV → EV Charge Transfer on the infotainment screen and choose the Min% Charge reserve to retain for driving.
- 02
With dry hands, inspect the V2L adapter, charging inlet and grounded appliance plug for water, dirt, corrosion or damage.
- 03
Open the V2L outlet cover, connect the appliance and close the cover around its cord.
- 04
Insert the V2L connector into the vehicle charging inlet within 60 seconds of opening the charge door.
- 05
Press the V2L connector switch and confirm its light turns on before operating the appliance.
- 06
To disconnect, press the switch, wait for the light to turn off, unlock the charge connector if necessary and remove the adapter.
Important limits
- Use only dry, undamaged and grounded equipment; never handle the connector with wet hands.
- V2L automatically stops at the selected battery reserve and can also stop for overload or temperature protection.
- External power use reduces remaining driving range, and the motor-compartment cooling fan may start automatically.
Quick checks.
- ✓If the connector light stays off, set Min% Charge below the current battery state of charge.
- ✓If output stops, unplug unused or high-demand appliances and check the cluster for a V2L warning.
- ✓If another known-compatible appliance also fails, stop using the connector and have an authorized Kia dealer inspect the system.
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2026 Kia Niro EV Digital Owner's Manual — Vehicle to Load (V2L)
Relevant section or page: Electric vehicle guide — EV menu — Vehicle to load. We use the written official source to determine the steps and applicability shown above.
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