Exeter Auto Keys

Car Key Replacement Prices in Exeter

We believe in transparent pricing. That means a confirmed quote before we start — every time, no exceptions. The exact cost depends on your vehicle, but we can give you a precise figure in seconds when you call with your registration number.

What Affects the Cost

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Your vehicle make and model
A Ford Fiesta uses a simpler key system than a BMW 5 Series. The more complex the security platform, the more equipment and expertise the job requires.
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The type of key required
A basic transponder key costs less than a smart proximity key. The key type your vehicle needs is dictated by the manufacturer — we identify this from your registration.
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Whether any working keys remain
If you have at least one working key, programming a second is more straightforward. All-keys-lost requires accessing the vehicle’s security data from scratch — which takes longer.
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The programming method needed
OBD programming (via the diagnostic port) is faster than EEPROM programming (direct chip access). Some vehicles require EEPROM for security reasons — this is more involved work.

Vehicle Types We Cover

Call with your registration for an exact quote on any vehicle. Pricing confirmed before we start — always.

Common everyday cars
Ford, Vauxhall, Renault, Peugeot, Citroen
Fiesta, Corsa, Clio, 208, C3, Ka, Polo (older), Yaris
Well-established transponder systems with good aftermarket tooling coverage. Generally the most straightforward and cost-effective key work we do across Devon.
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Mid-range vehicles
Ford Focus, VW Golf, Toyota, Nissan, Hyundai
Focus, Golf, Corolla, Qashqai, Tucson, Mondeo, Passat
More involved programming requirements than entry-level vehicles — particularly VW Group cars on the MQB platform. Still very competitive against main dealer pricing.
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Premium vehicles
BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Land Rover, Volvo
3 Series, C-Class, A4, Range Rover, XC60, 5 Series, E-Class
Complex security platforms — BMW CAS/FEM, Mercedes ESL/EIS, VW MQB IMMO5. This is where our specialist EEPROM capability makes the biggest difference, and where the saving versus a main dealer is most significant.
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Commercial vans
Transit, Sprinter, Transporter, Vivaro
Ford Transit, Mercedes Sprinter, VW Transporter, Vauxhall Vivaro, Transit Connect
A significant part of our workload across Exeter and Devon. Lost van keys can stop a working day — we prioritise fast response for commercial callouts across the Marsh Barton area and beyond.
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What Is Included in the Price

Key blank & cutting
The correct key blank for your vehicle, cut to the right profile. No separate charge for parts.
Full programming
OBD or EEPROM programming as required for your vehicle. Transponder pairing, proximity function, central locking — all included.
On-site testing
We test every function before we leave — start, lock, unlock, proximity where applicable. The job is not done until everything works.

No hidden charges. The price we quote covers everything. The only possible addition is an out-of-hours supplement for very late night or early morning emergency callouts — we will always tell you if this applies before you agree.

How We Compare to Main Dealers

Our pricing is consistently lower than main dealer pricing for equivalent key replacement work. The reasons are straightforward: we do not carry franchise overhead, we are not a bricks-and-mortar workshop, and we do not charge for time your vehicle sits waiting in a dealer bay.

The technical work is the same. An IMI-qualified technician using professional-grade diagnostic equipment produces the same result as a main dealer — at a lower price and on your timeline rather than theirs.

For premium vehicles — BMW, Mercedes, Range Rover — the difference between dealer and independent specialist pricing is often the most significant. This is where calling us first makes the most financial sense.

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Get an Exact Quote in Seconds

Call with your vehicle registration number. We look it up, confirm your exact key type, and give you a fixed price in under a minute. No obligation. No vague ranges.

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