Volkswagen and Audi Key Replacement

Updated October 10, 2026 by the Louisville Car Key & Lockout editors. How we research.

Covers

Volkswagen, Audi

Key systems

Immo 3, 4, 5 and MQB

Bring

ID, registration, VIN

Volkswagen and Audi share their key systems, so a Jetta and an A3 have more in common than you might think. VW made the flip key famous, and its hinge is the first thing to break.

Your Key by Era

What a Locksmith Can Usually Do

A European specialist can do most VW keys and many Audi keys, especially spares.

When the Dealer Is the Better Call

Many newer Audi models and some of the newest VWs need the dealer. Ask with your exact year.

Tips Worth Knowing

• Broken flip key hinge? A new shell moved onto your existing chip and board costs far less than a new key.
• Audi keyless cars are a target for relay theft. A signal blocking pouch at home helps.
• If your dash shows an immobilizer warning, try your spare before you call. One bad key does not mean the car is broken.

What It Should Cost

Price follows key type more than brand. Find your key type in our cost table and estimator, then ask for the all-in price with your exact year and model.

These are rough planning ranges drawn from published national price guides in early 2026. They are not quotes and not Louisville prices from any one shop. Your make, model, year, time of day and how many keys you still have will move the number.