Rear window replacement for your BMW X1 — instant quote in under 60 seconds, fitted by approved fitters near you.
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Rear-window pricing varies with generation and equipment level. Earlier X1 models without integrated antennas are typically more affordable; newer variants with antenna and heated-glass features carry higher costs due to the complexity of sourcing and fitting matched replacements. Heated-element glass in particular requires precise handling to avoid damage during installation.
| Year | Price range | Variants | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £405 — £700 | 4 variants | Price my 2026 |
| 2025 | £405 — £700 | 4 variants | Price my 2025 |
| 2024 | £405 — £700 | 4 variants | Price my 2024 |
| 2023 | £405 — £700 | 4 variants | Price my 2023 |
| 2022 | £405 — £700 | 4 variants | Price my 2022 |
| 2021 | £405 — £700 | 4 variants | Price my 2021 |
| 2020 | £405 — £700 | 4 variants | Price my 2020 |
| 2019 | £405 — £700 | 4 variants | Price my 2019 |
| 2018 | £405 — £700 | 4 variants | Price my 2018 |
| 2017 | £405 — £700 | 4 variants | Price my 2017 |
| 2016 | £405 — £700 | 4 variants | Price my 2016 |
| 2015 | £405 — £700 | 4 variants | Price my 2015 |
| 2014 | £520 — £521 | 2 variants | Price my 2014 |
| 2013 | £520 — £521 | 2 variants | Price my 2013 |
| 2012 | £520 — £521 | 2 variants | Price my 2012 |
| 2011 | £520 — £521 | 2 variants | Price my 2011 |
| 2010 | £520 — £521 | 2 variants | Price my 2010 |
| 2009 | £520 — £520 | 1 variant | Price my 2009 |
The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older X1s can still be booked.
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Booking your rear-window replacement through UKCG is straightforward — most jobs complete in a couple of hours.
Answer our quick quiz to identify your exact X1 variant and confirm your rear-window features — takes about a minute.
Receive an instant quote matched to your generation and equipment level.
Complete your booking online and choose your preferred date and location — mobile fitting at your address or a workshop visit.
On the day, your fitter removes the shattered glass and installs the matched replacement, with shard cleanup included.
Shattered rear-window jobs leave small glass fragments in places fitters can't always reach on the day — we recommend a professional valet afterwards for a thorough interior clean.
Your replacement is covered by a two-year warranty on workmanship and glass quality.
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Most X1 rear-window replacements are fitted mobile at your address, as the job doesn't require complex calibration like windscreen work does. However, if you prefer a workshop environment or need convenience with other work, you can always book a workshop fitting instead. Your fitter will manage shard cleanup and any accessible interior glass fragments on the day — a professional valet afterwards ensures thorough detailing of harder-to-reach areas.
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An aerial laminated into the windscreen or rear window restores radio, DAB or TV reception without a roof-mounted mast.
An antenna is a conductive print laminated into the glass during manufacture, typically used for radio, DAB (digital audio broadcasting) or television reception. It replaces the traditional roof-mounted aerial mast found on older vehicles. The antenna is integrated into the glass interlayer and connected to the vehicle's receiver unit via a connector embedded in the glass edge. This design offers a cleaner aesthetic, reduces wind noise, and eliminates the vulnerability of a protruding mast to damage or theft.
Check your vehicle's roof — if there is no visible aerial mast, your car likely has a laminated antenna. You can also ask your dealer or service centre whether your windscreen or rear window carries an antenna print. The connector may be visible on the glass edge or inside the door frame trim.
When replacing glass with a laminated antenna, the replacement must carry the matching antenna print and connector to restore reception immediately on fitting. Aftermarket or original-equipment glass with the correct antenna specification is essential; a plain replacement will leave you without radio or DAB signal. Our fitters verify the antenna specification during booking and source the correct variant before the appointment.
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.
Green tint reduces glare and improves visual comfort by filtering certain light wavelengths.
Green tint is a light-filtering coating applied to the glass during manufacture. It absorbs and reduces transmission of certain wavelengths of light, primarily to cut glare from sunlight and reflections. The tint is subtle — often barely visible to the naked eye — but measurably improves visual comfort during prolonged driving, particularly in bright conditions. It's a factory specification chosen by the vehicle manufacturer to balance daylight comfort with interior visibility and aesthetic consistency across all glass in the vehicle.
The easiest way to check is to roll your side window halfway down and hold a piece of white paper behind it. Look carefully for a tint cast — green tint will appear as a subtle green hue compared to clear glass. Your windscreen will have the same tint as your side windows. You can also ask your vehicle's dealership or service centre — they'll have the original specification on file.
Green-tinted replacement glass must match the original tint specification to maintain visual consistency across all windows and preserve the vehicle's interior aesthetics. Aftermarket OE-equivalent (OEE) green-tinted glass is widely available, though some vehicles may require original equipment (OEM) dealership glass if the tint specification is proprietary. Tint does not affect calibration, cure time, or installation procedure — it's a cosmetic and functional specification only.
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.
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 X1 has been in continuous production since 2009, evolving through multiple generations with increasingly sophisticated rear-window technology. Early models carry straightforward toughened rear glass, while later variants feature integrated antennas and heated elements as standard.
From the mid-2010s onwards, many X1 variants gained antenna elements built into the rear liftgate glass — a feature that must be preserved during replacement. Some higher trims also include heated rear glass, which requires specialist knowledge to fit correctly without damaging the heating element.
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