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A4 ownerTrustpilot4 May 2025
Audi A4
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Audi A4 rear window replacement — booked online.
Rear window replacement for your Audi A4 — instant quote across 10 variants in under 60 seconds, fitted by approved fitters near you.
Prices from £416 to £903
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Audi A4 rear window price, by year
Rear-window pricing varies mainly by generation and whether heating or antenna features are present. Heated Avant models require specialised glass with integrated elements, whilst earlier non-heated variants are more straightforward. Older B5 and B6 A4s typically carry lower replacement costs; newer B8 and B9 models with heating and antenna integration command higher pricing due to the complexity of matching those features.
| Year | Price range | Variants | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £552 — £903 | 3 variants | Price my 2026 |
| 2025 | £552 — £903 | 3 variants | Price my 2025 |
| 2024 | £552 — £903 | 3 variants | Price my 2024 |
| 2023 | £552 — £903 | 3 variants | Price my 2023 |
| 2022 | £552 — £903 | 3 variants | Price my 2022 |
| 2021 | £552 — £903 | 3 variants | Price my 2021 |
| 2020 | £552 — £903 | 3 variants | Price my 2020 |
| 2019 | £552 — £903 | 3 variants | Price my 2019 |
| 2018 | £552 — £903 | 3 variants | Price my 2018 |
| 2017 | £552 — £903 | 3 variants | Price my 2017 |
| 2016 | £552 — £903 | 3 variants | Price my 2016 |
| 2015 | £453 — £713 | 3 variants | Price my 2015 |
| 2014 | £453 — £713 | 3 variants | Price my 2014 |
| 2013 | £453 — £713 | 3 variants | Price my 2013 |
| 2012 | £453 — £713 | 3 variants | Price my 2012 |
| 2011 | £453 — £713 | 3 variants | Price my 2011 |
| 2010 | £453 — £713 | 3 variants | Price my 2010 |
| 2009 | £453 — £713 | 3 variants | Price my 2009 |
| 2008 | £453 — £713 | 3 variants | Price my 2008 |
| 2007 | £416 — £549 | 3 variants | Price my 2007 |
| 2006 | £416 — £549 | 3 variants | Price my 2006 |
| 2005 | £416 — £549 | 3 variants | Price my 2005 |
| 2004 | £416 — £549 | 3 variants | Price my 2004 |
| 2003 | £549 — £549 | 1 variant | Price my 2003 |
| 2002 | £549 — £549 | 1 variant | Price my 2002 |
| 2001 | £408 — £549 | 3 variants | Price my 2001 |
| 2000 | £408 — £434 | 2 variants | Price my 2000 |
| 1999 | £408 — £434 | 2 variants | Price my 1999 |
| 1998 | £408 — £434 | 2 variants | Price my 1998 |
| 1997 | £408 — £434 | 2 variants | Price my 1997 |
| 1996 | £434 — £434 | 1 variant | Price my 1996 |
The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older A4s can still be booked.
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What to expect during your Audi A4 rear window replacement
Replacing your A4's rear window follows a simple process from online quote to fitting day.
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Book online via our guided quote tool — answer a few questions about your A4's year and trim to identify the exact variant.
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Our parts team verifies the correct rear-window specification (checking for heating, antenna, or other integrated features) and confirms availability.
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You're matched with an approved fitter in your area who specialises in Audi glass replacement.
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The fitter attends your chosen location — typically mobile at your address — and removes the shattered original glass. Shard cleanup is part of the job, though small fragments can lodge in places like under seats or seatbelt mechanisms that aren't accessible during the fit.
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The new rear window is bonded in place using factory-approved adhesive. The fitter confirms your drive-away time before leaving.
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After fitting, we recommend a professional interior valet to ensure any remaining glass debris is fully cleared.
Your replacement carries a two-year warranty on workmanship and glass quality.
Mobile fitting or workshop visit for your A4?
Most A4 rear-window replacements are completed at your address — mobile fitting is the standard. Because the rear window is not safety-critical for ADAS (the windscreen carries the camera), rear-window jobs don't require workshop calibration equipment.
Your fitter typically spends 30–60 minutes on the job, including removal of the shattered original glass and cleanup of accessible shards. Weather or site access concerns may occasionally prompt a workshop visit instead, but this is decided case-by-case at booking.
We confirm the specific answer for your vehicle when you book.
What features does your A4 have?
Tap a feature to see what it is, how to spot it on your car, and how it affects glass replacement. We confirm the exact match for your vehicle when you book.
Antenna10
1997–2026On the Audi A4: fitted on 10 of the 11 rear window variants we list (91%); model years 1997–2026.
What it means
An aerial laminated or printed into the rear glass for AM/FM radio reception, typically found on Audi Avant (estate) models. The replacement must carry the matching antenna print and connector.
On your Audi A4
Antenna is present on most A4 Avant models; confirm during the quote process. On saloon models it's less common.
Heated Rear Windscreen10
1996–2026On the Audi A4: fitted on 10 of the 11 rear window variants we list (91%); model years 1996–2026.
What it means
A rear window with integrated heating wires that clear mist and ice when the defogger is activated. The replacement must include the matching heating grid and electrical connectors so the demist circuit functions.
On your Audi A4
Heated rear windows are standard on many A4 Avant (estate) models from 2009 onwards; saloons rarely feature this. Confirmed during the quote.
Green7
1996–2026On the Audi A4: fitted on 7 of the 11 rear window variants we list (64%); model years 1996–2026.
What it means
A subtle green tint present in the glass itself — harder to spot than you might expect but a factory specification that must be matched on replacement.
On your Audi A4
Green tint is confirmed during our parts check when we verify your A4's exact specification.
Grey Privacy4
2004–2026On the Audi A4: fitted on 4 of the 11 rear window variants we list (36%); model years 2004–2026.
Dark grey tint on rear windows provides privacy and reduces interior heat and glare.
What it means
Dark grey tint, formally known as privacy glass, is a factory-applied tint created through a deep-dipping process during glass manufacture. The pigment is infused into the inner surface of the glass, darkening the rear windows (and sometimes rear doors) significantly more than the front. This reduces heat transmission, minimises glare, and obscures the interior from outside view. It's standard on the rear half of many modern vehicles.
How to tell
Compare the rear side windows and rear window (backlight) to the front side windows — the rear glass will be noticeably darker. Check your vehicle documents or ask your dealership service centre if you're unsure whether your car left the factory with privacy glass.
Replacement impact
Dark grey tinted glass must be sourced from the Original Equipment Equivalent (OEE) or dealership to ensure colour and transmission match your vehicle's existing rear glass. The tint is integral to the glass itself, not a surface coating, so aftermarket non-tinted glass will look visibly mismatched. Replacement does not require any calibration and follows standard bonded-glass cure times for rear windows.
Brake Light3
1996–2026On the Audi A4: fitted on 3 of the 11 rear window variants we list (27%); model years 1996–2026.
A brake light integrated into the rear window glass itself, requiring a matching replacement to reconnect the original lighting circuit.
What it means
A brake light integrated into the rear window glass is a lighting element built directly into the glass panel during manufacturing. Rather than using a separate lamp cluster mounted to the vehicle body, the light circuit is routed through conductive elements — typically a silkscreen pattern, wire network, or bracket assembly — embedded in or bonded to the glass itself. When you brake, this integrated light illuminates to warn following traffic. It combines functionality with design integration, reducing the number of separate components on the rear of the vehicle.
How to tell
Check your vehicle's rear window for a visible pattern of fine lines or wires running across the glass, usually near the top edge or spanning the upper portion. Look at your vehicle's manual or contact your dealer's service centre — they can confirm whether your rear window carries an integrated brake light. If you see a separate brake-light cluster mounted to the bodywork instead, your vehicle does not have this feature.
Replacement impact
The replacement rear window must carry the identical integrated brake-light pattern so the original lighting circuit reconnects without modification. The conductive elements — whether silkscreen, wiring, or bracket fittings — must align precisely with the vehicle's electrical connections. Using a standard rear window without this pattern would disable the brake light. We source the correct OE-specification glass to ensure a seamless fit and restore full functionality.
Solar Control3
2001–2026On the Audi A4: fitted on 3 of the 11 rear window variants we list (27%); model years 2001–2026.
Solar control glass absorbs infrared rays to reduce heat and improve cabin comfort.
What it means
Solar control is a coating applied to the windscreen that absorbs the sun's infrared radiation rather than allowing it to pass through into the cabin. This reduces solar heat gain, helping to keep the interior cooler and more comfortable, particularly in warm weather or direct sunlight. The coating is transparent to visible light, so it doesn't darken the windscreen or affect visibility. It's a passive thermal management feature that works continuously whenever the sun is shining on the glass.
How to tell
Check your vehicle's specification sheet or contact your dealership service centre to confirm whether solar control glass is fitted. Some manufacturers list it as 'solar control windscreen', 'heat-reflective glass', or 'thermal management glass'. It's a factory-fitted feature and won't be visibly obvious from outside the car — the coating is integral to the glass itself.
Replacement impact
Solar control glass is a factory-fitted specification. When replacing the windscreen, a solar control variant must be sourced to match the original. This is a standard glass type with no special fitting implications or calibration requirements. Cure and drive-away times follow normal windscreen bonding procedures. Confirm with your fitter that the replacement glass includes solar control to maintain the original thermal performance.
GPS1
2001–2007On the Audi A4: fitted on 1 of the 11 rear window variants we list (9%); model years 2001–2007.
GPS antenna built into the windscreen connects your sat-nav to satellite signals for reliable navigation.
What it means
A GPS antenna is laminated into the windscreen glass during manufacture, providing a direct aerial connection for your vehicle's satellite-navigation system. This integrated design offers better signal reception than external antennas and a cleaner aesthetic. The antenna print and electrical connector are engineered into the glass itself, allowing the navigation receiver to lock onto GPS satellites without interference from the vehicle's metal body or other components.
How to tell
Check your vehicle's handbook or ask your dealership service centre whether your windscreen carries an integrated GPS antenna. You won't see obvious external aerials or connectors on the glass itself — the antenna is laminated internally. If your sat-nav works reliably without a visible roof-mounted antenna, it's likely GPS-equipped.
Replacement impact
Replacement windscreens with GPS antennas must be sourced as OEM (original-equipment) glass to preserve navigation functionality. The antenna print pattern and electrical connector are specific to your vehicle's sat-nav system. Aftermarket glass without the antenna print will not support GPS reception. We confirm OEM availability when you book; lead times may be slightly longer than standard glass.
Mobile Telephone1
2001–2007On the Audi A4: fitted on 1 of the 11 rear window variants we list (9%); model years 2001–2007.
Built-in telephone aerial in the rear window for older luxury vehicles with handset systems.
What it means
A mobile telephone system fitted to certain older luxury vehicles consists of an aerial and connector circuit printed or bonded into the rear window glass, paired with a handset mounted inside the cabin (typically between the front seats). The aerial enables radio transmission and reception for the in-car telephone. When the rear window is replaced, the new glass must carry an identical aerial print so the handset's electrical connector mates correctly and the system functions.
How to tell
Check whether your vehicle has a handset unit mounted between the front seats or on the centre console. If present, your rear window will have a fine printed pattern or metallic trace visible on the glass itself (usually near the top edge). Ask your dealer or service centre to confirm whether your model is fitted with a factory mobile telephone system; they can verify this from the vehicle specification.
Replacement impact
The replacement rear window must be an exact OE match with the identical aerial circuit printed into the glass. Aftermarket glass typically does not carry this feature. You will need to source the glass from the vehicle manufacturer or a specialist supplier holding OE stock. Fitting is standard; the handset reconnects once the glass is installed. Cure time applies as with any bonded rear window.
About the Audi A4
The Audi A4 has been in continuous production since 1996, spanning five generations from the original B5 through to the current B10 platform. Early-generation A4s carry straightforward toughened rear windows, whilst later models — particularly the B8 (2008–2015) and B9 (2016 onwards) — introduced integrated features like heating elements and antenna prints on estate (Avant) models.
On Audi A4 Avant, the rear window combines heating wires with an AM/FM radio antenna integrated into the glass. When replacing a heated rear window, the antenna connection and heating grid must be preserved so defrost and radio reception work correctly after fitting.
From around 2016, newer A4 models began receiving front-facing ADAS camera systems for lane assist and adaptive cruise. Because the windscreen carries the camera bracket, windscreen replacement triggers calibration — rear-window jobs remain straightforward and don't require camera work.
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