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Instant quote for Kia Picanto rear window replacement across 2 variants, fitted by approved fitters near you — booked in under two minutes.
Make
Kia
Model
Picanto
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Price variation across Picanto rear-window replacements is driven primarily by generation — earlier 2004–2010 models tend to be more affordable, whilst later variants with integrated hardware typically command a modest premium because the replacement glass arrives pre-assembled with those components. ADAS calibration does not apply to rear-window jobs on this model, keeping the service scope straightforward.
| Year | Price range | Variants | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | £533 — £533 | 1 variant | Price my 2016 |
| 2015 | £533 — £533 | 1 variant | Price my 2015 |
| 2014 | £533 — £533 | 1 variant | Price my 2014 |
| 2013 | £533 — £533 | 1 variant | Price my 2013 |
| 2012 | £533 — £533 | 1 variant | Price my 2012 |
| 2011 | £499 — £533 | 2 variants | Price my 2011 |
| 2010 | £499 — £499 | 1 variant | Price my 2010 |
| 2009 | £499 — £499 | 1 variant | Price my 2009 |
| 2008 | £499 — £499 | 1 variant | Price my 2008 |
| 2007 | £499 — £499 | 1 variant | Price my 2007 |
| 2006 | £499 — £499 | 1 variant | Price my 2006 |
| 2005 | £499 — £499 | 1 variant | Price my 2005 |
| 2004 | £499 — £499 | 1 variant | Price my 2004 |
The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older Picantos can still be booked.
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Booking your Picanto rear-window replacement through UK Car Glass is a four-step journey.
Complete a quick online quote using our guided widget — select your Picanto year and variant to receive an instant estimate.
Review the quote and proceed to checkout; your booking is confirmed within minutes.
Our parts check team verifies your glass specification and matches you with an approved technician in your area.
Your fitter arrives at your preferred location (mobile at home, or at a workshop if you prefer) and replaces the rear glass — typically taking 30–60 minutes of their time depending on the vehicle.
Your fitter will clear accessible shards during the fit; we recommend a professional valet afterwards for a thorough interior clean, as small pieces can lodge in places fitters can't reach on the day.
Your replacement is covered by a two-year warranty on workmanship and glass quality.
From quote to fitted glass, the entire process is streamlined, transparent, and backed by our Trustpilot-rated network of specialists.
Most Picanto rear-window replacements are fitted mobile at your home or workplace — the choice is yours. Because rear-window jobs on the Picanto do not involve ADAS calibration, workshop attendance is not a requirement. If you prefer the reassurance of a workshop environment or bad weather makes mobile fitting tricky, your fitter can arrange that instead.
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.
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.
Factory-fitted brackets and mounts bonded to the glass, pre-assembled and ready to fit without sub-assembly.
Other Hardware refers to factory-fitted brackets, mounts, connectors, or trim pieces bonded permanently to the windscreen or other glass during manufacturing. These are integral to the vehicle's design but do not activate or control a specific feature — they simply secure or position components like sensors, trim strips, or mounting points. Unlike feature-specific hardware, these items are passive structural elements. A replacement carrying Other Hardware arrives pre-bonded and ready to install without additional assembly or modification.
Check your vehicle documentation or ask your dealership service centre whether your windscreen or glass panel carries factory-bonded brackets or mounts. Visual inspection may reveal trim strips, sensor housings, or antenna mounts bonded to the edges or interior surface of the glass. Your original invoice or parts list will specify if Other Hardware is present.
Replacement glass carrying Other Hardware must be sourced as a complete assembly — the brackets and mounts come pre-bonded from the supplier and cannot be transferred from the old glass. Installation is straightforward: the fitter removes the old glass and fits the replacement with its hardware already in place. No additional sub-assembly, bonding, or recalibration of the hardware itself is required. Fitting time is unaffected.
The Kia Picanto has been in continuous production since 2004, evolving through three generations designed as a budget-friendly city car for the UK market. Early models from 2004 onwards featured straightforward toughened rear glass with a subtle green tint, matching the windscreen.
From the mid-2010s onwards, some variants introduced factory-fitted hardware bonded to the rear glass — typically mounting brackets or connectors for trim pieces — which your replacement glass will arrive pre-assembled with. Kia's ADAS systems (DriveWise, introduced on newer models) rely on windscreen-mounted cameras rather than rear-mounted sensors, so rear-window replacement on the Picanto does not trigger calibration requirements.
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