Costs of Car Key Replacements in The UK [2025]
The cost of car key replacement can vary widely based on key type, car make, and model. Here at Car Keys Solutions, we provide competitive rates for replacement car keys cost in your area, offering fast, high-quality service compared to dealership prices. We’ll break down costs, factors influencing pricing, and why having a spare car key can save you from significant expenses. →
Comparative cost of car key replacements & spares
When replacing damaged or lost car keys, dealership costs can often be high and may require a wait time. At Car Keys Solutions, we offer a more affordable and faster solution.
Below is a table comparing typical costs between main dealerships and Car Keys Solutions for common vehicle brands. Whether it’s a spare car key cost or a more affordable car key replacement option, our services are designed for convenience. For more specific car keys prices based on your vehicle model, please contact us.
| Vehicle Model |
Dealer Price Range (Est.) IN-SHOP KEY PRICES | Dealer Cons |
Car Key Solutions Remote Price Range (Est.) IN-SHOP KEY PRICES Additional Fee For Mobile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audi A3 2013-2019 spare remote | £445 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) | 5-10 days No Mobile Service Delay on booking | £430 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive)
SPECIAL ORDER 5-10 days Additional Fee For Mobile Service |
| BMW X6 Series 2015-2019 spare keyless | £402 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) | 2-5 days or longer booking time. No mobile service | £220 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive)
SAME DAY SERVICE Additional Fee For Mobile Service |
| Fiat 500X 2014-2020 spare remote | £485 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) | 2-5 days or longer booking time. No mobile service | £255 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive)
SAME DAY SERVICE Additional Fee For Mobile Service |
| Ford Focus 2018-2024 spare keyless | £345 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) | 2-5 days booking time . No mobile service | £266 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive)
SAME DAY SERVICE Additional Fee For Mobile Service |
| Kia Niro 2017-2020 spare remote | £458 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) | 2-5 days or longer booking time. No mobile service | £334 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive)
SAME DAY SERVICE Additional Fee For Mobile Service |
| SKODA SUPERB 2020-2024 spare keyless | £545 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) | 2 weeks. No mobile service | £530 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive)
SPECIAL ORDER Additional Fee For Mobile Service |
| Lexus RX 2015-2020 spare keyless | £654 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) | 5-10 days or longer booking time. No mobile service. | £350 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) SAME DAY SERVICE Additional Fee For Mobile Service |
| Mercedes C-Class 2015-2021 spare remote key | £467 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) | 7-10 days ( SPECIAL ORDER) No mobile service | £520 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive)
SPECIAL ORDER Additional Fee For Mobile Service |
| Porsche Cayenne 2019-2023 spare remote key | £685 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) | 2-5 days or longer booking time. No mobile service | £595 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive)
SPECIAL ORDER Additional Fee For Mobile Service |
| Toyota Auris 2012-2018 spare keyless | £584 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) | 7 - 10 days (Parts) No mobile service. | £250 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive)
SAME DAY SERVICE Additional Fee For Mobile Service |
| Vauxhall Meriva 2010-2013 spare remote | £265 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) spare remote | 7 - 10 days. No mobile service.
spare remote | £169 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive)
SAME DAY SERVICE Additional Fee For Mobile Service spare remote |
| Volkswagen Golf 2021-2024 spare keyless | £500 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) | 7-10 days ( SPECIAL ORDER) No mobile service | £485 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive)
SPECIAL ORDER Additional Fee For Mobile Service |
| Volvo XC90 2015-2024 spare keyless | £375 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) | 2-5 days or longer booking time. No mobile service | £350 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive)
SAME DAY SERVICE Additional Fee For Mobile Service |
| Vehicle Model |
Dealer Price Range (Est.) IN-SHOP KEY PRICES | Dealer Cons |
Car Key Solutions Remote Price Range (Est.) IN-SHOP KEY PRICES Additional Fee For Mobile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audi A3 2013-2019 spare remote | £445 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) | 5-10 days No Mobile Service Delay on booking | £430 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive)
SPECIAL ORDER 5-10 days Additional Fee For Mobile Service |
| BMW X6 Series 2015-2019 spare keyless | £402 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) | 2-5 days or longer booking time. No mobile service | £220 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive)
SAME DAY SERVICE Additional Fee For Mobile Service |
| Fiat 500X 2014-2020 spare remote | £485 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) | 2-5 days or longer booking time. No mobile service | £255 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive)
SAME DAY SERVICE Additional Fee For Mobile Service |
| Ford Focus 2018-2024 spare keyless | £345 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) | 2-5 days booking time . No mobile service | £266 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive)
SAME DAY SERVICE Additional Fee For Mobile Service |
| Kia Niro 2017-2020 spare remote | £458 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) | 2-5 days or longer booking time. No mobile service | £334 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive)
SAME DAY SERVICE Additional Fee For Mobile Service |
| SKODA SUPERB 2020-2024 spare keyless | £545 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) | 2 weeks. No mobile service | £530 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive)
SPECIAL ORDER Additional Fee For Mobile Service |
| Lexus RX 2015-2020 spare keyless | £654 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) | 5-10 days or longer booking time. No mobile service. | £350 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) SAME DAY SERVICE Additional Fee For Mobile Service |
| Mercedes C-Class 2015-2021 spare remote key | £467 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) | 7-10 days ( SPECIAL ORDER) No mobile service | £520 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive)
SPECIAL ORDER Additional Fee For Mobile Service |
| Porsche Cayenne 2019-2023 spare remote key | £685 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) | 2-5 days or longer booking time. No mobile service | £595 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive)
SPECIAL ORDER Additional Fee For Mobile Service |
| Toyota Auris 2012-2018 spare keyless | £584 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) | 7 - 10 days (Parts) No mobile service. | £250 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive)
SAME DAY SERVICE Additional Fee For Mobile Service |
| Vauxhall Meriva 2010-2013 spare remote | £265 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) spare remote | 7 - 10 days. No mobile service.
spare remote | £169 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive)
SAME DAY SERVICE Additional Fee For Mobile Service spare remote |
| Volkswagen Golf 2021-2024 spare keyless | £500 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) | 7-10 days ( SPECIAL ORDER) No mobile service | £485 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive)
SPECIAL ORDER Additional Fee For Mobile Service |
| Volvo XC90 2015-2024 spare keyless | £375 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive) | 2-5 days or longer booking time. No mobile service | £350 In-Shop Price (All-Inclusive)
SAME DAY SERVICE Additional Fee For Mobile Service |
Factors Affecting the Cost of Car Key Replacement
For security upgrades, we also offer Ghost II immobiliser fitting, vehicle tracking services and car alarm installation, that complement your key replacement. Vehicle tracking adds an additional layer of security by allowing real-time location monitoring of your vehicle. It’s an ideal solution for owners looking to enhance protection beyond key replacement alone.
Key Type
Basic manual keys are generally less expensive than advanced remote or keyless entry keys, which involve complex technology. Remote keys contain transponder chips that require programming, adding to the expense. Keyless entry or proximity keys can be the most costly due to their sophisticated security features.
Car Make and Model
Premium or modern vehicles typically have higher replacement costs, especially for keyless or proximity keys. Luxury brands often incorporate advanced security systems that require specialised coding. Consequently, a replacement for these lost car keys is more involved, increasing the final price.
Service Location
Mobile service is convenient as it allows technicians to come to your location, though it may adjust pricing slightly compared to in-store services. Mobile service offers flexibility, especially in urgent cases or when travelling is inconvenient. In-store visits may be more cost-effective for customers located near a workshop
Replacement Method
Standard spare key duplication is more straightforward and generally costs less than creating a new key from scratch. Making a new key often requires both car key programming and immobiliser coding, which adds to the overall cost. For vehicles with lost keys, full key replacement is essential to maintain vehicle security.
For security upgrades, we also offer Ghost II immobiliser fitting, vehicle tracking services and car alarm installation, that complement your key replacement. Vehicle tracking adds an additional layer of security by allowing real-time location monitoring of your vehicle. It’s an ideal solution for owners looking to enhance protection beyond key replacement alone.
Why Choose car keys solutions
Car Keys Solutions offers a premium yet affordable car key replacement service in your local area, with over 17 years of experience. Choose us for high-quality car key replacement, avoiding dealership delays and high costs.
Same-Day Service:
Available 7 days a week.
Mobile Service:
We offer services throughout the UK, including comprehensive coverage in London.
2-Year Warranty:
Full coverage on all new replacement keys.
RAC APPROVED
Trusted by the RAC for reliable, high-standard service.
Customer Satisfaction:
Over 5,000 five-star reviews on Trustpilot.
OUR LOCATIONS
Our strategically placed shops make it convenient for you to access our services, or we can come to you with our mobile service in the areas we cover. We are committed to serving the entirety of London through our four main locations:
EAST FINCHLEY
BRENTWOOD
SOUTH LONDON
WATFORD
When you choose Car Keys Solutions Auto Locksmith, a reputable and well-established company, you choose quality, convenience, worry-free, upfront, affordable cost quote and professional technicians.
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