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Hyundai’s Card Key Could Be the Future—Is It Better Than the Pebble Smart Key?

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Can Hyundai’s Polarizing Smart Key Be Replaced with a Sleek Card Key?
Expanded Availability Draws Attention

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FM Korea, YouTube channel Kei’s Tech Drive

Smart keys have become a must-have feature in modern vehicles, signaling a shift from traditional key designs. This transition has opened up opportunities for automakers to infuse unique design elements into their smart key offerings. As these devices handle critical functions like locking, unlocking, and starting vehicles, their design and usability have become equally important.

Hyundai’s smart key, introduced with the Ioniq 6, has faced backlash online. The “pebble design” features the Hyundai logo but has been criticized for its lightweight build and lack of refinement. In light of this feedback, Hyundai appears to be diversifying its smart key lineup, sparking renewed interest.

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Hyundai Mobis
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What If Your Smart Key Fit in Your Wallet?
Hyundai Mobis Introduces a High-Tech Card Key

Imagine a smart key that’s as thin as a credit card, fitting seamlessly into your wallet. Automakers like Hyundai and Tesla have already introduced card-style smart keys, though these versions have traditionally been limited to basic functions, such as unlocking the car via a tap. Hyundai Mobis has taken this concept a step further with a new card key unveiled earlier this year.

This updated card key resembles a conventional credit card but has cutting-edge ultra-wideband (UWB) communication technology. This allows it to perform all the functions of a standard smart key without taking it out physically. Features include locking and unlocking, trunk access, remote start, and even Hyundai’s advanced remote smart parking assistance.

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The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N / Clien
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N / Clien

A Global Hit With Limited Availability in South Korea
Hyundai Expands Card Key Options for Popular Models

Finally, the card-type smart key, which can replace the existing smart key, has become a sensation in Korea and overseas. Some car models sold in the Middle East have a card-type smart key as a basic feature when new vehicles are launched. It is also very popular in Australia, and sales in North America are scheduled to begin next year.

Although charging wirelessly was inconvenient, many consumers welcomed it, as the cobblestone smart key design was criticized. Previously, the card-type smart key in Korea was disadvantageous because it could only be used in the Ioniq 5 N vehicle. Accordingly, Hyundai Mobis announced on December 9 that it would expand the application scope of the card-type smart key.

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The Hyundai Santa Fe / Naver Cafe Club Santa Fe (South Korean Online Community)
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Now Compatible with Santa Fe and Grandeur
Cost Concerns Remain a Factor

Hyundai’s card-style smart key is now available for popular models like the Santa Fe, Tucson, Grandeur, and Ioniq 5 N. Priced at around $90, the card key isn’t exactly cheap, though a temporary $7 discount may make it more appealing to early adopters. Many customers hope this innovative key will soon be compatible with even more Hyundai models.

While some consumers find the cost a bit steep, the card key’s convenience and advanced functionality are hard to ignore. As Hyundai continues to refine and expand this offering, it could redefine how drivers interact with their vehicles.

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