What this fob type means in practice
The Switchblade Flip Key appears across 261 model-year pages in our directory, spanning 14 manufacturers. A folding flip-key style fob with a spring-loaded blade. Functionally a transponder fob; the form factor reduces pocket wear. Used by VAG, GM, Mopar, and Hyundai/Kia across the 2008-2020 window.
Programming difficulty
Switchblade flip keys are functionally transponder fobs in a folding form factor. Programming follows the same onboard ignition-cycle pattern as standard transponder fobs — the fob's electronic identity is independent of whether the metal blade pops out the front or the side.
What you'll spend
Aftermarket switchblade fobs typically run $30–$70. OEM units from a dealer cost $150–$280. Many sellers ship the blade un-cut; budget $5–$10 at a hardware store for blade tracing from your existing key.
Common chip families
VW/Audi switchblade fobs typically carry a Megamos chip (Megamos 13/93 for older years, Megamos AES for newer); GM and Mopar switchblades use NXP PCF7936 / PCF7937; Hyundai/Kia switchblades use PCF7936 or PCF7952 depending on model year.
Vehicles using this fob type
Below is a sample of vehicles in our directory equipped with the Switchblade Flip Key. Click into any model-year page for the full part numbers, FCC IDs, and programmer compatibility table.