Allan
A6 ownerVerified on Trustpilot3 Aug 2022
Audi A6
Would recommend !
Arrived when they said, replaced perfect and quickly. Also hoovered all the old glass.
Instant quote across 22 Audi A6 rear-window variants in under 60 seconds, fitted by approved fitters — booked in under two minutes.
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Audi
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A6
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Replacement cost varies with generation, antenna presence, and heating integration. Earlier A6 models without integrated antennas or heating tend to be more affordable. Later variants—especially Avant estates with heated rear glass and radio-antenna elements—carry higher complexity and calibration costs, particularly when antenna choke integrity must be verified after fitting.
Encapsulated trim (pre-bonded gasket) also affects pricing, as does the presence of brake-light circuits or other factory-fitted hardware that must be preserved during replacement.
| Year | Price range | Variants | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £580 — £664 | 2 variants | Price my 2026 |
| 2025 | £580 — £664 | 2 variants | Price my 2025 |
| 2024 | £580 — £664 | 2 variants | Price my 2024 |
| 2023 | £580 — £664 | 2 variants | Price my 2023 |
| 2022 | £580 — £664 | 2 variants | Price my 2022 |
| 2021 | £580 — £664 | 2 variants | Price my 2021 |
| 2020 | £580 — £664 | 2 variants | Price my 2020 |
| 2019 | £580 — £664 | 2 variants | Price my 2019 |
| 2018 | £514 — £664 | 4 variants | Price my 2018 |
| 2017 | £514 — £613 | 3 variants | Price my 2017 |
| 2016 | £514 — £613 | 3 variants | Price my 2016 |
| 2015 | £514 — £613 | 3 variants | Price my 2015 |
| 2014 | £514 — £979 | 4 variants | Price my 2014 |
| 2013 | £514 — £979 | 4 variants | Price my 2013 |
| 2012 | £514 — £979 | 4 variants | Price my 2012 |
| 2011 | £514 — £979 | 7 variants | Price my 2011 |
| 2010 | £534 — £645 | 3 variants | Price my 2010 |
| 2009 | £534 — £645 | 3 variants | Price my 2009 |
| 2008 | £534 — £645 | 3 variants | Price my 2008 |
| 2007 | £534 — £645 | 2 variants | Price my 2007 |
| 2006 | £534 — £705 | 4 variants | Price my 2006 |
| 2005 | £534 — £705 | 4 variants | Price my 2005 |
| 2004 | £515 — £705 | 5 variants | Price my 2004 |
| 2003 | £515 — £705 | 4 variants | Price my 2003 |
| 2002 | £515 — £705 | 4 variants | Price my 2002 |
| 2001 | £515 — £705 | 4 variants | Price my 2001 |
| 2000 | £515 — £705 | 4 variants | Price my 2000 |
| 1999 | £515 — £705 | 4 variants | Price my 1999 |
| 1998 | £496 — £705 | 5 variants | Price my 1998 |
| 1997 | £496 — £548 | 3 variants | Price my 1997 |
| 1996 | £342 — £496 | 3 variants | Price my 1996 |
| 1995 | £342 — £496 | 2 variants | Price my 1995 |
| 1994 | £342 — £496 | 2 variants | Price my 1994 |
| 1993 | £342 — £501 | 3 variants | Price my 1993 |
| 1992 | £342 — £501 | 3 variants | Price my 1992 |
| 1991 | £342 — £342 | 1 variant | Price my 1991 |
The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older A6s can still be booked.
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Rear-window replacement follows a straightforward process from online quote through fitting and aftercare.
Complete a guided quiz on the UKCG website to identify your exact A6 variant—generation, trim, and features—in under 60 seconds.
Receive an instant quote tailored to your rear-window specification, including any heating elements or antenna integration.
Book online in under two minutes; UKCG matches you with a specialist technician in your area.
On fitting day, your technician removes the shattered glass and clears accessible shards, then bonds your replacement rear window—typically 30–60 minutes of their time.
Your fitter confirms the drive-away time before leaving (adhesive cure runs in the background).
After the job, we recommend a professional valet to remove any fine glass shards that may lodge in seats, trim, or boot linings.
Your replacement is covered by a two-year warranty on both workmanship and glass quality, with support from UKCG if any issues arise.
Most rear-window replacements for the A6 can be completed at your home or preferred location via mobile fitting. However, if your A6 carries integrated brake-light circuits or other electrical hardware bonded to the glass, the technician may recommend a workshop visit to safely verify circuit continuity after fitting.
Your fitter will advise on the best approach during the pre-fitting parts check and confirm the location before you book—ensuring the job is completed correctly without splitting the work across multiple visits.
We confirm the specific answer for your vehicle when you book.
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.
On the Audi A6: fitted on every one of the 16 rear window variants we list; model years 1991–2026.
Heated rear windscreen with integrated wires clears mist and ice when you switch on the demister.
A heated rear windscreen contains fine heating wires embedded within the glass. When you activate the rear demister, an electrical current passes through these wires, warming the glass and melting ice or condensation. This feature is particularly useful in cold or damp weather, improving rear visibility quickly. The heating grid is integral to the glass and connected to your vehicle's electrical circuit via connectors at the base of the windscreen.
Look at the rear windscreen from inside the vehicle — you will see a fine grid of horizontal lines across the glass, typically bronze or copper in colour. On the dashboard or steering wheel stalk, there will be a dedicated rear-demist button, usually marked with a windscreen symbol and heating lines. If in doubt, ask your vehicle's service centre or consult your handbook.
Replacement rear windscreens with heated grids are widely available as original-equipment aftermarket or dealership parts. The new glass must include the factory heating grid and electrical connectors intact. The technician will reconnect the heating circuit to your vehicle's rear-demist switch. Heated rear windscreens are bonded glass, so adhesive cure time applies; drive-away time will be confirmed by the fitter on the day.
On the Audi A6: fitted on 13 of the 16 rear window variants we list (81%); model years 1991–2026.
A subtle green tint in the glass—difficult to spot in isolation but noticeable when comparing to clear glass. The replacement must match your original tint.
Common across most A6 generations; your fitter verifies the exact tint during the parts check to ensure the replacement matches.
On the Audi A6: fitted on 12 of the 16 rear window variants we list (75%); model years 1991–2026.
A radio or DAB aerial laminated into the rear window, replacing a traditional roof mast and restoring reception when replaced.
Standard on most modern A6 variants from the mid-2010s onwards; confirmed during the parts check after you book.
On the Audi A6: fitted on 6 of the 16 rear window variants we list (38%); model years 2004–2026.
A special coating that absorbs infrared rays from the sun, helping keep the cabin cooler on hot days.
Typically optional on higher-trim A6 models; confirmed during the variant quiz and verified at the parts check.
On the Audi A6: fitted on 4 of the 16 rear window variants we list (25%); model years 1996–2018.
A high-level brake light integrated into the rear window, linked to the vehicle's electrical circuit. Replacement glass must carry the identical silkscreen and wiring so the light reconnects cleanly.
Found on certain A6 variants, particularly saloon and Avant models; identified during your quote and confirmed at the parts check.
On the Audi A6: fitted on 3 of the 16 rear window variants we list (19%); model years 1998–2026.
Dark grey tint on rear windows provides privacy and reduces interior heat and glare.
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.
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.
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.
On the Audi A6: fitted on 2 of the 16 rear window variants we list (13%); model years 1997–2011.
GPS antenna built into the windscreen connects your sat-nav to satellite signals for reliable navigation.
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.
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 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.
On the Audi A6: fitted on 1 of the 16 rear window variants we list (6%); model years 2011–2014.
Laminated glass has an interlayer, so it cracks rather than shatters. Rare on rear windows; most A6 rear glass is toughened and shatters into small pieces.
Present only on select higher-specification or acoustic-equipped variants; confirmed at the parts check if your A6 carries this premium option.
On the Audi A6: fitted on 1 of the 16 rear window variants we list (6%); model years 2004–2011.
Built-in telephone aerial in the rear window for older luxury vehicles with handset systems.
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.
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.
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.
On the Audi A6: fitted on 1 of the 16 rear window variants we list (6%); model years 2004–2011.
A TV-reception aerial printed into the rear window, typically for in-car entertainment systems.
A TV antenna is an aerial pattern laminated into the rear windscreen or rear side window to receive broadcast television signals. It's a separate system from the vehicle's radio or mobile antenna and is typically found in vehicles equipped with rear-seat entertainment systems. The antenna is printed directly onto or into the glass during manufacture, so when the glass is replaced, the antenna pattern must be reproduced on the replacement to maintain reception quality.
Check your vehicle's specification sheet or handbook for rear-seat entertainment or TV tuner capability. If your car has a rear-seat entertainment system with a TV tuner, the rear window will have a TV antenna. You can also ask your dealer or service centre to confirm whether your vehicle has this feature.
When the rear window is replaced, the replacement glass must include the matching TV antenna print to preserve reception. OEM (original equipment manufacturer) glass is typically required to ensure the antenna pattern is identical. The antenna is passive and requires no calibration or specialist procedures after fitting. Cure time for bonded rear glass is required; the fitter will confirm the drive-away time on the day.
The Audi A6 has been in continuous production since 1994, evolving through five generations. Rear-window specifications vary significantly across these eras, with earlier models carrying straightforward toughened glass and later variants introducing antenna integration, heating elements (particularly on Avant estate models), and encapsulated trim.
From the mid-2010s onwards, many A6 models feature integrated antennas for radio reception, and Avant variants commonly include heated rear glass with dual-function heating and antenna elements. Modern A6s may also carry additional hardware for climate control or integrated brake-light circuits, which must be matched precisely during replacement.
Because rear windows are toughened rather than laminated, they shatter into small pieces on impact—making shard cleanup a significant part of the job. Your fitter will remove accessible shards, but a professional interior valet afterwards is recommended for thorough detailing.
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