Infiniti Key Services
QX50, QX60, QX80, Q50.
What to expect
Infiniti key jobs vary by year and trim — older models often use a basic transponder chip while newer ones run proximity or push-to-start keyless systems. For luxury trims, OEM-grade blanks are non-negotiable; aftermarket fobs can damage your vehicle's body control module.
When you submit a request, we route it only to a partner equipped for your specific Infiniti make — not to whichever locksmith answers first.
Typical services
- Lost-keys (no working key)
- Spare key cut + program
- Smart key replacement
- Key fob replacement
- Ignition repair
- Programming only (your blank)
Infiniti key replacement at a glance
Infiniti is Nissan's luxury division sharing Nissan's immobilizer architecture. QX50, QX60, QX80 anchor the lineup, with Q50 rounding out U.S. sales per Cox Automotive sales data. Infiniti fleet inherits Nissan's NATS gen 5/gen 6 plus BCM-paired Intelligent Key on 2014+.
Typical 2026 pricing runs $275-$625 all-in. A 2016 Q50 Intelligent Key spare runs $245-$325; a 2024 QX80 SmartKey all-keys-lost runs $475-$625.
Infiniti shares Nissan's BCM PIN requirement for all-keys-lost on 2010+ Intelligent Key — same bypass-cable workflow, same NASTF VSP fallback.
Why Infiniti keys are different
Infiniti is functionally identical to Nissan at architecture level. Same NATS gen 5 (1999-2009), NATS gen 6 with proximity (2010+), BCM-paired Intelligent Key (2014+ Q50, Q60, QX60, QX80). Same Consult-III+ scan tool, same Autel IM608 / Smart Pro / VVDI Key Tool Plus + BCM bypass cable. Docs via Nissan Tech Info Service (shared).
Infiniti-specific: Adaptive Front Lighting + Intelligent Cruise Control memory pairing on QX80 (Patrol-platform) — Intelligent Key fob stores driver preferences needing re-pairing.
The 2025+ QX80 on all-new platform introduced refined Intelligent Key with display fob on Autograph trim.
Common Infiniti models we service
- QX50 (2014-2026) — Compact luxury SUV; Intelligent Key + IMI reset on 2019+ refresh.
- QX55 (2022-2026) — Coupe variant of QX50.
- QX60 (2014-2026) — 3-row SUV; 2nd-gen (2022+) Intelligent Key with refined BCM.
- QX80 (2011-2026) — Patrol-platform full-size; 3rd-gen 2025+ adds display-key on Autograph.
- Q50 (2014-2026) — Sport sedan; Intelligent Key standard. Red Sport 400 adds memory pairing.
- Q60 (2017-2022) — Coupe; discontinued after 2022 MY.
What Infiniti keys cost in 2026
- NATS gen 5 transponder spare: $195-$265
- Intelligent Key spare, working master: $245-$325
- Intelligent Key all keys lost (BCM PIN bypass): $345-$465
- Intelligent Key + IMI reset, working master: $295-$385
- Intelligent Key + IMI reset all keys lost: $395-$525
- QX80 Autograph display-key spare: $395-$525
- QX80 Autograph all keys lost: $495-$625
How CarKeyNation matches you with an Infiniti specialist
- NATS gen 5 — every Nissan/Infiniti-capable partner
- Intelligent Key + BCM PIN bypass — partners with Nissan BCM bypass cable
- IMI reset (2019+ QX50/QX60) — partners with current Consult-III+ access
- QX80 display-key (2025+ Autograph) — flagged partners only
When the dealer is actually cheaper
1. Infiniti Elite extended warranty.
2. Recall on Q50/QX50/QX60 BCM.
3. 2025+ QX80 Autograph display-key. Brief lag window.
Infiniti key replacement FAQ
How much does an Infiniti key replacement cost?
A 2014-2018 Q50 or QX60 Intelligent Key spare runs $245-$325; all-keys-lost with BCM PIN extraction lands $345-$465. 2025+ QX80 Autograph display-key runs $395-$625.
Can a locksmith really program an Infiniti smart key?
Yes — every Infiniti Intelligent Key (2010+) with Autel IM608, Smart Pro, or VVDI Key Tool Plus plus the Nissan BCM bypass cable. 2019+ QX50/QX60 add IMI reset requiring Consult-III+.
What if I lost ALL my Infiniti keys?
All-keys-lost on 2010+ Infiniti requires BCM PIN extraction via bypass cable, new blade, OBD-II programming. 2019+ QX50/QX60 add IMI reset. Total 75-100 min.
How long does Infiniti key programming take on-site?
Spare with working master: 25-45 min. All-keys-lost via bypass cable: 75-100 min. IMI reset adds 15-25 min.
Industry insight
“Infiniti is Nissan with one extra trim layer. Same BCM PIN game, same bypass cable, same Consult-III+ workflow. The QX80 Autograph display-key is the only modern Infiniti job that needs anything beyond standard Nissan tooling — and even that's a 15-minute add-on for display pairing.”
— Locksmith Ledger contributor, Nissan/Infiniti specialty, 12 years field experience, Toronto metro (anonymized)
Frequently asked questions
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