Niwa565

Minor rant

I don't know if my dealer screw me over or is this how OEM key fob really does look like for 2016 model but it look extremely cheap when comparing to 2014 version. Base on the picture, 2014 got this premium leather alligator skin look to it body cover while 2016 is extremely plasticky and cheap looking 😡

i don't know if I can still go to the dealer and buy a 2014 OEM fob and have it work on my 2016 car or not

sistrunk05

Simple solution....get the key fob covers and be done with it. I have the same key fob for my '15 IS 250 F Sport and it is not an issue once you have the covers on them. In addition, I very rarely use my key fob due to the remote entry function for the doors and trunk. ��

E46CT

try finding one on ebay and swap the casings over

AndyL

From your pictures, it looks like Lexus has gone back to the original finish that they use previously. Does it appear to be have some metallic flakes but almost a smooth surface? Our 2011 RX appears to have the same texture of the key fob that your 2016 IS has but with different shape.


Personally, it is not a concern as I always put the key fob in some key cover/key case. But I agree the finish of the key fob for 2016 IS doesn't as durable as 2014's.

leo877

Key fob cover. Problem solved.

yardie876

IMO the keyfob is ugly regardless of finish lol. Get a leather case for it and you won't have to see it at all! I think the leather cases look quite elegant too.

sirwawa

the plastic scratches very easily
doesn't take much

E46CT

Looks like this is the one you post: http://amzn.to/2cnzi1H

Personally I got the Black Lexus F Sport one. Love it!

theoryguy

Better yet - get a card key - I haven't used my key fobs in over 2 years

sirwawa

I was told by the dealer that was discontinued because too many complaints from owners for the cost of replacement

link13

I had the '14 FOB and the '16 FOB in my hand the day I turned in the '14 and picked up the '16. They seemed identical to me.

mrtriad

To me the fob just feels and look cheap compared to other car company's

atomic250

Get the F-Sport cover and call it a day.

LeapFrog

Likewise. And as an added benefit - since the card key is in my wallet - I no longer leave my wallet at home.

AFAIK you can still buy the card key online and either program it yourself in 5 minutes (see Toyota TechStream) or have the dealer do it for an outrageous $75 or so.

The reason some dealers may have 'discontinued' selling the card keys is that folks aren't stupid enough to pay them the retail price of the key plus programming.

sashax415

The key card is the one mod I wished I would have done for the 2IS. I would definitely look into that.