Samsung expands its digital car key support by adding “Digital Key” access for Volkswagen electric vehicles in Samsung Wallet. With a compatible Samsung Galaxy smartphone, users can lock, unlock, and start supported cars without a physical key.
The rollout is focused on Europe and applies to vehicles running Volkswagen ID. software version 6.0.1. Reported compatibility includes the ID. Polo, ID. Cross, ID.3neo, ID.4, ID.5, ID.7, and ID. Buzz. Vehicles must be produced on or after April 27, 2026 and be equipped with the “Preparation for Digital Key” option package.
Across the outlets, the core announcement is consistent: Samsung Wallet is extending digital key functionality to additional Volkswagen EVs, continuing a broader push for Samsung-based in-car access using smartphones. Differences are primarily in the level of detail about model list, software version, and production or option requirements.
