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How to activate and deactivate the ECO mode in the KIA Picanto?

Model: Kia Picanto TA, MK 2 - Years 2011-2018
Part: Checks and maintenance

In this tutorial we can see how to activate and deactivate the ECO mode in the KIA Picanto, an extremely simple and quick operation. This mode disables various functions of the vehicle and allows to decrease fuel consumption, obviously at the expense of performance. First of all, let's go inside the cabin, then insert the key and start the engine. Next, scroll through the various information on the display using the long right button on the dashboard, reach the screen related to the ECO mode and hold down the same button to switch from "OFF" to "ON" or vice versa.

Posted on 9 July 2025 by ScegliAuto

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