How Much Does a Car Key Replacement Cost in Port Elizabeth?

Why Cost Can Vary Dramatically

Car key replacement is no longer just about cutting a key. With modern vehicles featuring transponder chips, smart remotes and programming modules, the cost depends on:

• Type of key or remote (standard vs smart)

• Vehicle make, model, year and security system

• Whether key programming / bonding is needed

• Call-out location and time (emergencies may cost more)

• Travel and on-site service from mobile locksmith van

  
  

Typical Cost Ranges in South Africa

According to locksmith industry guides:

• A basic car key replacement (no transponder) can start around R 1000 – R 1 800.

• A key replacement including remote plus programming or transponder typically ranges from R 2000 – R 4 500+.

• For luxury vehicles, a full set or lost-all-keys scenario may exceed R 10 000, especially if new modules or ECUs must be configured.

  
  

What You Should Expect Here in Port Elizabeth

In the Port Elizabeth / Eastern Cape region, for a mobile service like ours at GetKeys

Auto Locksmith, you’ll typically see:

• Standard key replacement: ≈ R 600 - R 2 500

• Smart key / remote replacement & programming: ≈ R 1 800 - R 4 000

• Lost all keys or advanced security system: R 3 000 + These are ballpark estimates — actual quote depends on your vehicle and situation.

  
  

How to Get an Accurate Quote

1. Contact us with your vehicle year, make and model.

2. Tell us whether you still have a working key or none at all.

3. Ask for any possible extra costs (after-hours call-outs, new modules). By providing details upfront, you’ll get a transparent quote and avoid surprises.

   
   

Why Choosing a Mobile Locksmith Can Save You Money

• No dealership overhead or compulsory towing to workshops.

• Many jobs completed on-site with same-day turnaround.

• Transparent pricing geared for local service rather than large auto-network markup. At GetKeys Auto Locksmith, we aim for affordable, mobile and professional key solutions for Port Elizabeth drivers.

📞 Ready to Find Out Your Cost?

Call or WhatsApp us now for a free, no-obligation quote —📱 084 513 4914🌐 Visit getkeysauto.com We’ll ask a few details and give you a tailored price you can rely on.