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Mobile Citroën Key Replacement in Bristol & Bath
Lost, broken or locked out of your Citroën? We come to you across Bristol, Bath & South Gloucestershire — keys cut and programmed with dealer-level kit, guaranteed.
- Regain entry into your Citroen when keys are locked inside
- Replacement Citroen keys - Emergency roadside service for lost, stolen or broken key replacement
- Citroen Key Programming
- Convenient mobile service for spare Citroen keys
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The Citroen Key Services We Offer
Citroen Vehicle Entry?
If you have locked your keys inside your Citroen, please call us and ask for an emergency service. We use non destructive means to gain access to your vehicle.
Vehicle entryLost Your Citroen Keys?
If you have lost all the keys for your Citroen, don’t panic. At Lock City, we can supply and programme new keys at the roadside for most Citroen models. We can come out to you at the roadside, so no need for towing, or lengthy delays at the dealer.
Lost key helpKey Programming for your Citroen
Using the very latest in key coding technology, we can programme keys from our mobile workshop.
Key programmingNeed Spare Citroen Keys?
Just need a spare key for your Citroen? We can come out to you at home or your workplace for a fast and convenient service.
Spare keysAccess Your Citroën
Regain Entry Into Your Citroën
From the C1 and C3 to the C4, C3 Aircross and C4 Cactus — plus the Relay, Dispatch and Berlingo vans — a lost, damaged or stolen Citroën key stops you dead, because a modern Citroën is immobilised by its BSI until a key has been coded to the car.
A main dealer will typically want the car recovered, an appointment days out, and a bill that stacks the key, the coding and the transport together. A high-street key cutter cannot help either: Citroën long ago moved from the older external-cut VA2 key to the high-security HU83 laser blade, and its encrypted immobiliser will not accept a key that has not been electronically married to the car.
Lock City is a mobile auto locksmith with the PSA/Stellantis software to read the security PIN from the BSI and code a fresh key at the roadside. We cut the correct VA2 or HU83 blade on-site, programme keyless proximity fobs as well as blade-and-remote keys, and cover spares and all-keys-lost on car or van — no towing, no dealer delay, and every Citroën key replacement and key programming job guaranteed. Call 07967 097 899, Monday to Friday, 8am–5:30pm.
Know Your Citroën Key
Citroën Key Systems Explained
Citroën sits inside PSA — now Stellantis — sharing its key architecture with Peugeot and the DS sub-brand it spun off (the DS3, DS4 and DS5 all began life as Citroëns before DS became a marque in its own right). The dividing line is platform and age: older PSA cars on the VA2 blade and Hitag2 chip, versus the newer EMP2/CMP generation that runs from the C1 city car up through the C3, C3 Aircross and C4 to the C4 Cactus and the larger C5 Aircross SUV.
Blades: VA2 and HU83
- VA2: the older external-cut blade on the C1, earlier C3 and many Berlingo vans.
- HU83: the newer high-security internal-cut laser blade used across most cars from roughly the 2010s on [verify against your VIN].
Transponders and the BSI immobiliser
- Older Citroëns use Hitag2 (ID46) transponders. The immobiliser is run by the BSI (body control unit), and its security PIN can usually be read by OBD — which is why most are roadside-programmable rather than a dealer job.
- Newer EMP2/CMP cars (recent C3, C4, C3 Aircross and C4 Cactus) move to more secure AES chips; that step tracks the PSA-to-Stellantis era [verify against your VIN].
Keyless proximity and the ë-C4
- The crossover and SUV models — C3 Aircross, C4, C4 Cactus and the larger C5 Aircross — offer keyless entry and start on higher trims, and the electric ë-C4 shares the same proximity system as the petrol and diesel C4. These need current software and the correct smart-key blank; a keyless all-keys-lost takes longer than a spare.
- Citroën’s comfort heritage — the Airbump body panels on the C4 Cactus and the “Advanced Comfort” seats and suspension — does not change the key job, but it marks out the trims most likely to carry keyless proximity.
The C1 is the odd one out
- The C1 was built with Toyota at the Kolín plant and is closely related to the Toyota Aygo (and Peugeot 108) — a simpler, cheaper city-car key system than the rest of the range.
Note: the VA2-to-HU83 change and the PSA-to-Stellantis AES cut-over vary by model, trim and build date [verify against your VIN]. Tell us your registration and we will confirm the blade, chip and software before we set out — no invented prices.
Previous Customers
Keys of Happy Citroen Owners
What Our Customers Say
Excellent experience. Great communication, efficient timing, good price, accommodating & a very warm and friendly service. Would definitely recommend!
Great service today from Barry, the 4th locksmith/key technician to have a go at accessing my car after the keys were locked in the boot. Almost resigned to smashing the window, but he managed to access the car after 2 hours in the wind and rain, with a broken mechanism inside the lock, confirmed by the others who attempted the pick, brilliant stuff.
I was in a real panic, having locked my keys in my boot. Delighted with the efficient and effective service from this company. Had my keys back in my hand in under 5 minutes. Strongly recommend
Bought a new car which only had one key. These guys came out and created a second one quickly and inexpensively. Way cheaper than going to the main dealer and the only people in Bristol who could do it for the Audi A1 I have. Brilliant service.
Locked my keys in my car so Called at 9:45 and was out by 11. Very quick in my eyes considering it wasn’t a booked appointment. Came and unlocked my car in longer than 5 minutes!
Amazing service! I got an email response within minutes on a Sunday night. Arrived as arranged 8:30 next morning and had me back on the road within 30 mins for a very reasonable price. Highly recommended.
Brilliant service and at a reasonable cost highly recommended using this company.
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Recent Citroen work
Real Citroen keys we've cut and coded across Bristol, Bath & the surrounding towns. Tap through to the model.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you replace keys for both modern and classic Citroën models?
Yes, we cater to the entire Citroën range, from contemporary models like the C4 Picasso to classic models. Just provide us with your vehicle’s details when you call.
What’s involved in replacing a key for a Citroën with a transponder chip?
For Citroën vehicles equipped with transponder chips, we’ll need to not only cut a new key but also program it to ensure it communicates properly with your car’s immobiliser system.
How quickly can I get a replacement key for my Citroën?
We strive to offer same-day service whenever possible. The exact timeframe can depend on your specific Citroën model and the key type required.
Do I need to bring my Citroën to you for key replacement?
Not necessarily. We offer mobile services and can come to your location to replace your Citroën key, saving you time and hassle.
Will replacing my Citroën key be expensive?
The cost varies depending on the model and the type of key you need. We aim to provide affordable and competitive pricing for all Citroën key replacements. Please contact us with your vehicle details for a specific quote.
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