BMW X5 rear window replacement — instant quote across 5 active variants, fitted by approved fitters near you — booked in under two minutes.
Make
BMW
Model
X5
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Prices vary depending on your X5's generation, specification, and the features integrated into the rear glass. Older models with straightforward heated glass are typically the most affordable; later variants with antenna integration and solar-control options carry higher replacement costs. Fitting hardware pre-fitted to some variants can also influence the final price.
| Year | Price range | Variants | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | £1,392 — £1,392 | 1 variant | Price my 2018 |
| 2017 | £1,392 — £1,392 | 1 variant | Price my 2017 |
| 2016 | £1,392 — £1,392 | 1 variant | Price my 2016 |
| 2015 | £1,392 — £1,392 | 1 variant | Price my 2015 |
| 2014 | £1,392 — £1,392 | 1 variant | Price my 2014 |
| 2013 | £636 — £1,392 | 3 variants | Price my 2013 |
| 2012 | £636 — £836 | 2 variants | Price my 2012 |
| 2011 | £636 — £836 | 2 variants | Price my 2011 |
| 2010 | £636 — £836 | 2 variants | Price my 2010 |
| 2009 | £636 — £836 | 2 variants | Price my 2009 |
| 2008 | £636 — £836 | 2 variants | Price my 2008 |
| 2007 | £368 — £836 | 4 variants | Price my 2007 |
| 2006 | £368 — £836 | 4 variants | Price my 2006 |
| 2005 | £368 — £488 | 2 variants | Price my 2005 |
| 2004 | £368 — £488 | 2 variants | Price my 2004 |
| 2003 | £368 — £488 | 2 variants | Price my 2003 |
| 2002 | £368 — £488 | 2 variants | Price my 2002 |
| 2001 | £368 — £488 | 2 variants | Price my 2001 |
The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older X5s can still be booked.
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Booking your BMW X5 rear window replacement is straightforward and transparent.
Start with an instant online quote using our quick widget — takes about a minute and covers all 5 active X5 variants.
Once booked, our team runs a parts check to confirm your exact specification, including heated element status and antenna integration.
We match you with an approved fitter in your area who specialises in BMW glass replacement.
On fitting day, your fitter removes the shattered glass and installs the replacement, typically within 30–60 minutes of active work.
Shard cleanup is part of the job, though we always recommend a professional interior valet afterwards to reach any small pieces that may lodge in trim channels or under seats.
Your fitter confirms the minimum drive-away time before releasing the vehicle, and your replacement is covered by a two-year warranty on workmanship and glass quality.
From online quote to fitted glass, the whole process is designed for your convenience and peace of mind.
Most BMW X5 rear window replacements can be fitted at your home or workplace on a mobile basis. Your fitter arrives with the replacement glass and completes the job while you wait, typically within a couple of hours from arrival to departure.
If your X5 has ADAS camera systems integrated into the windscreen (which is unrelated to rear-window work), any future windscreen replacement would require workshop-based static calibration after the glass is set. However, for rear-window replacement alone, a workshop visit is not typically necessary unless you prefer the controlled environment.
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 X5: fitted on every one of the 5 rear window variants we list; model years 2001–2018.
An FM antenna element is laminated into the rear glass, replacing a traditional roof-mounted aerial and restoring radio reception when replaced.
Present on all current X5 variants; confirmed during your parts check after booking.
On the BMW X5: fitted on every one of the 5 rear window variants we list; model years 2001–2018.
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 X5: fitted on 3 of the 5 rear window variants we list (60%); model years 2001–2018.
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 X5: fitted on 2 of the 5 rear window variants we list (40%); model years 2001–2013.
A subtle green tint is present in the rear glass, which is standard on most BMW models and helps reduce UV transmission.
Virtually all X5 rear windows carry this tint; it's part of the factory specification for your variant.
On the BMW X5: fitted on 2 of the 5 rear window variants we list (40%); model years 2001–2013.
A special coating on the glass absorbs the sun's infrared rays, reducing cabin heat and improving cooling efficiency in summer.
Typically found on higher-specification and later X5 models; your quote will reflect whether your variant has this premium feature.
The BMW X5 has been in continuous production since 1999, spanning three distinct generations with evolving rear-window technology. Early models feature straightforward toughened rear liftgate glass, while later generations introduced integrated features like heated elements and antenna diversity systems to support the vehicle's advanced comfort and connectivity.
From the mid-2000s onwards, most X5 rear windows incorporate both a heating element and an FM antenna within the same liftgate glass unit. These features must be preserved during replacement to maintain heating function and radio reception. Later variants also introduced solar-control coating options on some trims to reduce cabin heat gain.
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