Instant quote across 18 BMW 5 Series rear-window variants in under 60 seconds, fitted by approved fitters — booked in under two minutes.
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Pricing varies with generation and feature complexity. Older 5 Series models with simple antenna integration and basic trim are typically the most affordable. Newer generations with encapsulated gaskets, fitted hardware, and multi-function antenna elements carry a higher cost due to the precision required at fitting and the technical documentation needed to match your exact variant.
Brake-light integration on some variants and solar-control options on select models also influence the final quote — these are specialist features that your matched fitter will verify during the parts check.
| Year | Price range | Variants | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | £633 — £1,160 | 4 variants | Price my 2023 |
| 2022 | £633 — £1,160 | 4 variants | Price my 2022 |
| 2021 | £633 — £1,160 | 4 variants | Price my 2021 |
| 2020 | £633 — £1,160 | 4 variants | Price my 2020 |
| 2019 | £633 — £1,160 | 4 variants | Price my 2019 |
| 2018 | £633 — £1,160 | 4 variants | Price my 2018 |
| 2017 | £538 — £1,160 | 8 variants | Price my 2017 |
| 2016 | £538 — £948 | 4 variants | Price my 2016 |
| 2015 | £538 — £948 | 4 variants | Price my 2015 |
| 2014 | £538 — £948 | 4 variants | Price my 2014 |
| 2013 | £538 — £948 | 4 variants | Price my 2013 |
| 2012 | £538 — £948 | 4 variants | Price my 2012 |
| 2011 | £538 — £948 | 4 variants | Price my 2011 |
| 2010 | £538 — £948 | 5 variants | Price my 2010 |
| 2009 | £538 — £769 | 2 variants | Price my 2009 |
| 2008 | £769 — £769 | 1 variant | Price my 2008 |
| 2007 | £769 — £769 | 1 variant | Price my 2007 |
| 2006 | £769 — £769 | 1 variant | Price my 2006 |
| 2005 | £769 — £769 | 1 variant | Price my 2005 |
| 2004 | £406 — £769 | 2 variants | Price my 2004 |
| 2003 | £406 — £769 | 4 variants | Price my 2003 |
| 2002 | £406 — £513 | 3 variants | Price my 2002 |
| 2001 | £406 — £513 | 3 variants | Price my 2001 |
| 2000 | £406 — £513 | 3 variants | Price my 2000 |
| 1999 | £406 — £513 | 3 variants | Price my 1999 |
| 1998 | £406 — £456 | 2 variants | Price my 1998 |
| 1997 | £406 — £456 | 2 variants | Price my 1997 |
| 1996 | £421 — £456 | 2 variants | Price my 1996 |
| 1995 | £361 — £456 | 3 variants | Price my 1995 |
| 1994 | £361 — £421 | 2 variants | Price my 1994 |
| 1993 | £361 — £421 | 2 variants | Price my 1993 |
| 1992 | £361 — £421 | 2 variants | Price my 1992 |
| 1991 | £361 — £361 | 1 variant | Price my 1991 |
| 1990 | £361 — £361 | 1 variant | Price my 1990 |
| 1989 | £361 — £361 | 1 variant | Price my 1989 |
| 1988 | £361 — £361 | 1 variant | Price my 1988 |
The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older 5 Seriess can still be booked.
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Booking your rear-window replacement through UKCG is straightforward and takes just a few minutes.
Tell us your BMW 5 Series details via our quick online quiz — make, model, year, and key features like antenna or brake lights. You'll get an instant quote in under 60 seconds.
Complete your booking online in under two minutes, including your preferred fitting date and location.
We match you with a local specialist from our network who holds the right parts and equipment for your variant.
Your fitter arrives at your chosen location (mobile at home or at a workshop) and replaces the rear window. The job typically takes 30–60 minutes of active work, including shard cleanup.
Your fitter confirms the minimum drive-away time before leaving — this depends on the adhesive used and ambient conditions.
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Most rear-window replacements on the BMW 5 Series can be fitted mobile — at your home or workplace — because there's no ADAS calibration required for rear glass. Your fitter brings everything needed to fit the window and clear accessible shards on the day.
Workshop attendance is typically only necessary if you prefer it, or if local weather or site conditions make a mobile visit impractical. Either way, your specialist will confirm the best location when you book.
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 BMW 5 Series: fitted on 13 of the 14 rear window variants we list (93%); model years 1988–2023.
An aerial laminated into the glass for radio, DAB, or multimedia reception. Your replacement carries the matching antenna print and connector so reception is fully restored.
Confirmed during your parts check; most 5 Series variants from the mid-2000s onwards feature integrated antenna in the rear window.
On the BMW 5 Series: fitted on 13 of the 14 rear window variants we list (93%); model years 1988–2023.
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 BMW 5 Series: fitted on 9 of the 14 rear window variants we list (64%); model years 1988–2023.
A subtle green tint in the glass, reducing glare and heat. About 90% of automotive glass carries some tint — it's often hard to spot until you compare side-by-side.
Confirmed during the quote process; visible when the replacement glass is held up to light and compared with your original.
On the BMW 5 Series: fitted on 6 of the 14 rear window variants we list (43%); model years 1995–2023.
A high-level brake light integrated into the rear window via silkscreen and electrical connections. Your replacement glass carries the same brake-light pattern so the lighting circuit reconnects without modification.
Found on select 5 Series trims, particularly higher-specification and newer models; confirmed during the quote.
On the BMW 5 Series: fitted on 4 of the 14 rear window variants we list (29%); model years 2003–2023.
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 BMW 5 Series: fitted on 4 of the 14 rear window variants we list (29%); model years 2003–2023.
A rear-window pane designed to open (typically a hinged quarter vent). UKCG replaces the opening pane with its matching hinge hardware where supplied with the glass.
Present on some estate and higher-trim variants; your fitter confirms if your variant carries this feature.
On the BMW 5 Series: fitted on 1 of the 14 rear window variants we list (7%); model years 2010–2017.
Dark green tinted rear and side glass that's noticeably darker than the front windscreen but still see-through in daylight.
Dark green tint is a factory-applied colour to the rear window and side windows on some vehicles. It serves both aesthetic and functional purposes: it reduces glare and heat from sunlight, provides a degree of privacy without completely obscuring the interior, and contributes to the vehicle's overall design. Unlike privacy glass (which is much darker and difficult to see through from outside), dark green tint maintains reasonable transparency while still offering a tinted appearance.
Look at your rear window and rear side windows in daylight. If they appear noticeably darker and greenish in tone compared to your front windscreen, you have dark green tint. The tint will be clearly visible when you look at the vehicle from outside, but you'll still be able to see through to the interior in normal daylight. Check your vehicle documentation or ask your dealership if you're uncertain.
Replacement glass must match the original dark green tint specification to maintain the vehicle's appearance and light-control properties. We source OEM or OE-equivalent tinted glass to the correct colour specification. Tinted glass is available from stock for most common vehicles, though lead times may occasionally be slightly longer than untinted variants. Installation and cure procedures are identical to standard glass; tint does not affect fitting time or drive-away windows.
On the BMW 5 Series: fitted on 1 of the 14 rear window variants we list (7%); model years 1999–2003.
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 BMW 5 Series: fitted on 1 of the 14 rear window variants we list (7%); model years 1999–2003.
Solar control glass absorbs infrared rays to reduce heat and improve cabin comfort.
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.
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.
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.
The BMW 5 Series has been in continuous production since 1988, evolving through multiple generations with distinct platform codes. Across its seven-decade run, the rear window has remained a key structural panel, with most variants incorporating integrated antenna elements for radio and multimedia reception.
From the E-code classics through the F10 generation (2010–2017) and into the current G30 platform (2016–present), rear-window specifications have grown more complex. Many models now feature factory antenna elements laminated into the glass, fitted hardware for rapid installation, and encapsulated trim gaskets that arrive pre-bonded. These features keep your replacement simple — the glass ships ready to fit as one complete unit.
Because rear-window jobs involve a shattered original, shard cleanup is a major part of the replacement work. Your fitter will remove what's accessibly reachable, but small shards can lodge in places they can't reach on the day — we recommend a professional valet afterwards for thorough detailing.
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