Last updated: September 2026 · Written for auto locksmiths & key distributors
Holden stopped building cars in 2017, but the Commodore is still one of the most common jobs on an Australian locksmith's bench.
Holden stopped building cars in 2017, but the Commodore is still one of the most common jobs on an Australian locksmith's bench. VE and VF use different key systems - here is the quick reference so you order the right key the first time.
Need a VE or VF Commodore key? Send the year and a photo - we confirm the correct Australian-market key and programmer.
💬 Ask on WhatsAppThe VE generation uses a different key system to the VF. Depending on the model year and trim you will meet remote keys and smart keys, all in the Australian 433 MHz band. Keep the year and trim straight - the earlier VE and the facelift share the platform but key variants differ by equipment level.
The VF moved fully to smart keys with keyless entry and push-button start on mainstream models - a 433 MHz smart key with an emergency blade. This is the single most-requested Holden key in Australia today, and a SKU every AU locksmith should stock.
Most VE/VF keys can be handled with Xhorse, VVDI or Autel equipment - but Holden is one of those brands where confirming the exact system before buying pays off. Tell your supplier the model, year and whether it has keyless start (or send a photo of the key) so they can confirm programmer compatibility first.
Alongside the Commodore, the Colorado (RG, 2012+) and Captiva are frequent requests for AU locksmiths covering utes and family SUVs. A starter assortment of VF smart key + VE remote + Colorado covers a large share of daily Holden enquiries.
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