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Citroen DS3 rear window replacement — instant quote for 2010–2019 models, fitted by approved fitters near you.
Make
Citroen
Model
DS3
No card required · Free to quote
Pricing varies primarily by variant availability and whether ADAS equipment is fitted. Earlier DS3 models from 2010–2015 typically carry lower replacement costs; later variants with optional safety packs or enhanced trim features may see slightly higher variation depending on glass sourcing. The good news: most DS3 rear windows are relatively standard fitments without premium acoustic or solar-control glass, keeping costs broadly accessible.
| Year | Price range | Variants | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | £506 — £547 | 2 variants | Price my 2019 |
| 2018 | £506 — £547 | 2 variants | Price my 2018 |
| 2017 | £506 — £547 | 2 variants | Price my 2017 |
| 2016 | £506 — £547 | 2 variants | Price my 2016 |
| 2015 | £506 — £547 | 2 variants | Price my 2015 |
| 2014 | £506 — £547 | 2 variants | Price my 2014 |
| 2013 | £506 — £547 | 2 variants | Price my 2013 |
| 2012 | £506 — £547 | 2 variants | Price my 2012 |
| 2011 | £506 — £547 | 2 variants | Price my 2011 |
| 2010 | £506 — £547 | 2 variants | Price my 2010 |
The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older DS3s can still be booked.
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Your rear-window replacement follows a simple, transparent process from quote to fitting day and beyond.
Answer a quick quiz about your DS3's year and features — takes about a minute to get an instant quote.
Review the quote and confirm your booking online; our team then flags your vehicle details and contacts your nearest fitter.
A technician in your area is matched to your job and will confirm fitting location and time — usually within a few days.
On the fitting day, the fitter removes the shattered glass, cleans accessible shards, and installs your replacement. Rear-window fitting typically takes 30–60 minutes of the technician's time.
After fitting, we recommend a professional interior valet to clear any fine shards that may lodge in hard-to-reach spots — this is standard practice after any rear-window job.
Your replacement is covered by a two-year warranty on workmanship and glass quality.
Book your DS3 rear-window replacement with confidence — our network of approved fitters and two-year warranty give you peace of mind.
Most DS3 rear-window replacements are carried out mobile at your home or workplace — your fitter arrives with all necessary tools and equipment. Since the DS3's generation spans 2010–2019 and most variants lack camera-based ADAS systems, workshop attendance is rarely required.
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.
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 green tint on rear and side windows is a factory colour choice, not a safety or performance feature.
Dark green is a factory tint applied to the glass during manufacture. It's purely aesthetic — a colour variant chosen by the vehicle designer to complement the body paint and interior trim. Unlike some tints that reduce solar heat or glare, dark green is decorative. Most vehicles have standard or light green glass; dark green is less common and typically found on specific trim levels or model years.
Look at your rear and side windows from outside the car in daylight. If they appear noticeably darker or more saturated green than the front windscreen, you likely have dark green glass. You can also check your vehicle's specification sheet from the dealer or original documentation — tint colour is sometimes listed under 'glass' or 'exterior finishes'. If uncertain, ask your local dealership service centre.
Dark green replacement glass must match the original tint colour exactly — a standard or light green windscreen will look visibly mismatched against dark green rear windows. Sourcing the correct variant can take slightly longer than standard glass, as it's less common. No calibration is involved with tinted glass itself. Fitting and cure time are unaffected.
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 Citroen DS3 is a compact urban car produced from 2010 to 2019, blending style with practicality across two main generations. Rear-window specifications remained consistent across the model's run, with toughened glass as standard to handle the stress of a smaller, lighter vehicle frame.
From the late 2010s, some higher-spec variants began incorporating ADAS features, though the DS3 sat below Citroen's more heavily camera-equipped models like the C5 Aircross. Most DS3 owners will find straightforward rear-window replacement without calibration complexity — a key point when budgeting for parts and fitting time.
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