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Janice B.
Trustpilot5 Jan 2024
The job was seamless from beginning to…
The job was seamless from beginning to the end, would highly recommend
Ford Ka rear window replacement — booked online.
Instant quote across Ford Ka rear-window variants, fitted by approved fitters near you — booked in under two minutes.
Prices from £315 to £522
4.82 / 5 ·
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Ford Ka rear window price, by year
Pricing varies mainly by whether your Ka carries an integrated brake light in the rear glass and the specific generation of your model. Earlier Ka models without these integrations are generally more straightforward to source, whilst later variants with brake-light patterns or solar-control features require matched specialist glass. The tint colour — whether standard green or darker green on rear doors — also influences availability from suppliers.
| Year | Price range | Variants | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | £468 — £522 | 2 variants | Price my 2020 |
| 2019 | £468 — £522 | 2 variants | Price my 2019 |
| 2018 | £468 — £522 | 2 variants | Price my 2018 |
| 2017 | £468 — £522 | 2 variants | Price my 2017 |
| 2016 | £468 — £522 | 2 variants | Price my 2016 |
| 2015 | £468 — £522 | 2 variants | Price my 2015 |
| 2014 | £468 — £522 | 2 variants | Price my 2014 |
| 2013 | £468 — £522 | 2 variants | Price my 2013 |
| 2012 | £468 — £522 | 2 variants | Price my 2012 |
| 2011 | £468 — £522 | 2 variants | Price my 2011 |
| 2010 | £468 — £522 | 2 variants | Price my 2010 |
| 2009 | £315 — £522 | 4 variants | Price my 2009 |
| 2008 | £315 — £315 | 2 variants | Price my 2008 |
| 2007 | £315 — £315 | 2 variants | Price my 2007 |
| 2006 | £315 — £315 | 2 variants | Price my 2006 |
| 2005 | £315 — £315 | 2 variants | Price my 2005 |
| 2004 | £315 — £315 | 2 variants | Price my 2004 |
| 2003 | £315 — £315 | 2 variants | Price my 2003 |
| 2002 | £315 — £315 | 2 variants | Price my 2002 |
| 2001 | £315 — £315 | 2 variants | Price my 2001 |
| 2000 | £315 — £315 | 2 variants | Price my 2000 |
| 1999 | £315 — £315 | 2 variants | Price my 1999 |
| 1998 | £315 — £315 | 2 variants | Price my 1998 |
| 1997 | £315 — £315 | 2 variants | Price my 1997 |
| 1996 | £315 — £315 | 2 variants | Price my 1996 |
The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older Kas can still be booked.
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What to expect during your Ford Ka rear window replacement
Rear-window replacement is a straightforward process from booking to completion.
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Start with a quick online quote using our guided quiz — takes about a minute to confirm your Ka's year, trim, and glass features.
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Once you've booked, our team carries out a parts check to confirm the exact rear-window variant needed, including any brake-light integration or tint specification.
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You'll be matched with a local approved fitter who sources the correct replacement glass.
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On fitting day, your fitter removes the shattered glass and fits the new rear window — typically 30–60 minutes of work. Shard cleanup is included, though small shards can lodge in places that need deeper detailing afterwards.
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Your fitter confirms the drive-away time and completes a final check before you leave.
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A professional valet or interior clean afterwards is recommended to catch any remaining glass fragments in hard-to-reach spots.
Your replacement is covered by a two-year warranty on workmanship and glass quality.
Mobile fitting or workshop visit for your Ka?
Most Ford Ka rear-window replacements are carried out mobile at your address, since the rear glass doesn't require ADAS calibration. Your fitter arrives with the correct glass sourced to your specification — including any brake-light integration or tint detail — and completes the job on your driveway.
A workshop visit is only necessary if your fitter needs better access to the vehicle's interior for thorough shard cleanup, or if weather conditions make mobile fitting impractical. This is discussed and agreed before the booking is confirmed.
We confirm the specific answer for your vehicle when you book.
What features does your Ka have?
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 Windscreen4
1996–2020Heated rear windscreen with integrated wires clears mist and ice when you switch on the demister.
What it means
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.
How to tell
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 impact
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.
Brake Light3
1996–2020A brake light integrated into the rear window glass itself, requiring a matching replacement to reconnect the original lighting circuit.
What it means
A brake light integrated into the rear window glass is a lighting element built directly into the glass panel during manufacturing. Rather than using a separate lamp cluster mounted to the vehicle body, the light circuit is routed through conductive elements — typically a silkscreen pattern, wire network, or bracket assembly — embedded in or bonded to the glass itself. When you brake, this integrated light illuminates to warn following traffic. It combines functionality with design integration, reducing the number of separate components on the rear of the vehicle.
How to tell
Check your vehicle's rear window for a visible pattern of fine lines or wires running across the glass, usually near the top edge or spanning the upper portion. Look at your vehicle's manual or contact your dealer's service centre — they can confirm whether your rear window carries an integrated brake light. If you see a separate brake-light cluster mounted to the bodywork instead, your vehicle does not have this feature.
Replacement impact
The replacement rear window must carry the identical integrated brake-light pattern so the original lighting circuit reconnects without modification. The conductive elements — whether silkscreen, wiring, or bracket fittings — must align precisely with the vehicle's electrical connections. Using a standard rear window without this pattern would disable the brake light. We source the correct OE-specification glass to ensure a seamless fit and restore full functionality.
Green3
1996–2020Green tint reduces glare and improves visual comfort by filtering certain light wavelengths.
What it means
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.
How to tell
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.
Replacement impact
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 Green1
2009–2020Dark green tinted rear and side glass that's noticeably darker than the front windscreen but still see-through in daylight.
What it means
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.
How to tell
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 impact
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.
Solar Control1
2009–2020Solar control glass absorbs infrared rays to reduce heat and improve cabin comfort.
What it means
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.
How to tell
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.
Replacement impact
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.
About the Ford Ka
The Ford Ka has been a familiar sight on UK roads since 1996, evolving through multiple generations with straightforward rear-window designs suited to its compact city-car brief.
Most Ka models carry toughened rear glass with a green tint — a subtle feature you'll notice when comparing the rear to the windscreen. Some higher-trim or later variants also carry integrated brake-light patterns in the glass, which must be matched exactly at replacement to keep the lighting circuit working correctly.
Ford's ADAS systems arrived on later Ka models, though rear-window replacement typically doesn't require calibration since cameras are mounted in the windscreen area. The main variable is whether your variant includes a brake-light integration or solar-control coating — both affect glass sourcing but not the fitting process itself.
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