Rated on TrustATrader · Fully mobile · No towing, no dealer wait
Mobile Kia Key Replacement in Bristol & Bath
Lost, broken or locked out of your Kia? We come to you across Bristol, Bath & South Gloucestershire — keys cut and programmed with dealer-level kit, guaranteed.
- Regain entry into your Kia when keys are locked inside
- Replacement Kia keys - Emergency roadside service for lost, stolen or broken key replacement
- Kia Key Programming
- Convenient mobile service for spare Kia keys
4.99 Trust-a-Trader · No obligation
The Kia Key Services We Offer
Kia Vehicle Entry?
If you have locked your keys inside your Kia, please call us and ask for an emergency service. We use non destructive means to gain access to your vehicle.
Vehicle entryLost Your Kia Keys?
If you have lost all the keys for your Kia, don’t panic. At Lock City, we can supply and programme new keys at the roadside for most years of Kia 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 Kia
Using the very latest in key coding technology, we can programme keys from our mobile workshop.
Key programmingNeed Spare Kia Keys?
Just need a spare key for your Kia? We can come out to you at home or your workplace for a fast and convenient service.
Spare keysAccess Your Kia
Regain Entry Into Your Kia
Lost, snapped or stolen your Kia key? Whether it is a Picanto or Rio city car, a Ceed, a Sportage or Niro crossover, or a seven-seat Sorento, a modern Kia is immobilised without a key that has been electronically coded to it — so a spare cut at a kiosk will open the door but never start the car.
The dealer route means recovering the Kia, waiting for an appointment and paying for the key, the coding and the transport. A general locksmith usually cannot help either, because on an all-keys-lost Kia the pivot is the immobiliser security code (PIN): without it, no new key can be married to the car. Newer smart-proximity Kias raise the bar again with secure AES chips that most tooling cannot authenticate.
Lock City is a mobile auto locksmith with the dealer-level software to read the immobiliser PIN and code a new Kia key — folding remote or smart proximity — to your car at the roadside. Because Kia is part of the Hyundai Motor Group, the same key and immobiliser know-how covers both marques. No towing, no dealer wait, every job guaranteed. Call 07967 097 899, Monday to Friday, 8am–5:30pm.
Know Your Kia Key
Kia Key Systems Explained
Kia’s line-up runs from small Picanto and Rio hatchbacks through the Ceed and ProCeed, up to the Sportage, Niro and Sorento SUVs and the EV6 — and which one you drive decides the key form, the chip and what an all-keys-lost job takes. Here is the honest breakdown across the Kia range.
Folding (flip) remotes — the earlier Kias
- Older Picanto, Rio, first-generation Ceed and early Sportage use a folding/flip remote key with a transponder from the ID46 / Hitag2 family. We cut the blade and code the chip to the immobiliser at the roadside.
Smart proximity keys — GT-Line trims and the SUVs
- The Sportage GT-Line, Niro and Sorento, plus the current Ceed and ProCeed, move to keyless smart proximity keys with push-button start, built around a more secure AES transponder. The flip-to-smart cut-over depends on the model and build date [verify against your VIN].
Kia Digital Key — the EV6 and e-Niro
- The EV6 (Kia’s E-GMP electric SUV), the Niro / e-Niro and newer Sportage offer Kia Digital Key, letting a paired phone or smartwatch act as a key alongside the physical fob. We still supply and programme a real smart key — the phone feature does not replace it for an all-keys-lost.
The immobiliser PIN is the pivot
- For all-keys-lost on any Kia, the job hinges on the immobiliser security code (PIN). With dealer-level kit we read or calculate it and then code a fresh key — which is exactly why a generic key cutter cannot do this.
Shared with Hyundai
- Kia and Hyundai are one group (Hyundai Motor Group) and share key and immobiliser platforms, so a Kia Sportage and a Hyundai Tucson are close cousins under the skin. If your household runs one of each, we can usually help with both in a single visit.
Flat fob, not a dead key
- A smart key that stops being detected is very often just a flat CR2032 battery — held against the start button it will normally still start. We carry batteries and can rule this out before anyone talks about a new key.
Not sure which you have? Tell us your registration and we will confirm whether yours is a flip or smart key, and what an all-keys-lost job involves, before we set off.
Previous Customers
Keys of Happy Kia 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.
Proof, not stock photos
Recent Kia work
Real Kia keys we've cut and coded across Bristol, Bath & the surrounding towns. Tap through to the model.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you replace smart keys and fobs for Kia vehicles?
Absolutely. We specialise in replacing and programming smart keys and fobs for all Kia models, including the Optima, Sorento, and Sportage.
How fast can you provide a replacement key for my Kia?
We strive to offer same-day service for Kia key replacements. Let us know your location and model details for the quickest possible service.
What do I need to provide for a Kia key replacement?
Having your Kia’s model, year, and any information on the key type ready will expedite the replacement process. Proof of ownership may also be required.
Will replacing my Kia key be expensive?
We aim to keep our prices competitive. The cost will depend on your specific model and the key technology it uses. Please contact us for a detailed quote.
Is it possible to get a Kia key replacement without the original key?
Yes, we can create a new key from scratch if you’ve lost the original. Just ensure you have your vehicle’s details and proof of ownership available when you contact us.
Testimonials
