The dream of leaving your house with nothing but your phone is finally becoming a reality for new car buyers. As of late 2025, Cars With Digital Key Functionality are no longer a futuristic rarity; they are a standard expectation for premium and even mid-range vehicles. Whether you prefer the “Tap-to-Unlock” NFC method or the “Walk-Up” magic of Ultra-Wideband (UWB), here are the major brands and models currently leading the digital key revolution.

1. The Trailblazers: BMW and Tesla

These two brands have the most mature digital key ecosystems on the market today.

  • BMW: Almost every new BMW since 2021 supports the BMW Digital Key.

    • Key Models: 1-8 Series, X1-X7, Z4, and the entire electric “i” lineup (i4, i5, i7, iX).

    • The Plus Factor: Newer models with iDrive 8 or 9 (like the 2024+ X5 and X7) feature Digital Key Plus, which uses UWB so you can leave your phone in your pocket.

  • Tesla: Every Tesla currently in production—Model 3, Y, S, and X—uses the smartphone app as the primary key. It relies on Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) for automatic “Walk-Away” locking and “Approach” unlocking.

2. The Rapid Expanders: Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis

The Hyundai Motor Group has been aggressive in bringing digital keys to the mainstream.

  • Hyundai: Supports Digital Key 2.0 (NFC + UWB) on the 2023+ Palisade, IONIQ 6, 2024+ Santa Fe, and the 2025 IONIQ 5.

  • Kia: Available on the EV9, EV6, EV3, and the refreshed Sorento and Telluride models.

  • Genesis: The luxury wing offers digital keys on the GV60, G90, and the new 2025+ GV80 and G80 models.

3. European & Luxury Newcomers

Luxury brands are quickly adopting the Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC) standards.

  • Audi: New for 2025, Audi has rolled out support for the A5, A6, Q5, Q6, and their “S” performance variants.

  • Mercedes-Benz: The 2024+ E-Class and the 2025 EQS and EQE models now feature digital keys integrated into the Mercedes-Benz app.

  • Porsche & Volvo: Both brands have announced expanded support for Apple Wallet keys in their 2025/2026 lineups, including the Volvo EX30 and EX90.

4. American Giants: Ford, Rivian, and GM

  • Ford: Their “Phone As A Key” technology is available on the Mustang Mach-E, F-150 Lightning, and select trims of the Bronco and Explorer.

  • Rivian: The second-generation R1T and R1S have robust digital key support via smartphone and Apple Watch.

  • General Motors: In a major 2025 update, GM announced that Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac will finally begin rolling out Apple Wallet digital keys for select 2025 and 2026 models.

What If Your Car Isn’t on the List?

While the list of Cars With Digital Key Functionality is growing, millions of perfectly good vehicles on the road today are still “analog”.

This is where MoboKey steps in. If you don’t want to trade in your current car just for a digital key, the MoboKey Keyless Solution can retrofit almost any vehicle (90%+ of brands) with the same high-tech smartphone access found in a brand-new BMW or Tesla. You get the same security, sharing capabilities, and convenience without the new-car price tag.

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