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Replacement costs vary depending on the generation of your Sportage and the specific rear-window configuration it carries. Later models with privacy tinting, brake-light integration, or additional hardware tend to command higher costs than early-2010s variants with standard toughened glass.
ADAS systems are not integrated into Kia Sportage rear-window glass, so calibration complexity doesn't factor into rear-window pricing — the main driver is the glass specification itself and any factory-fitted hardware that must be matched or transferred.
| Year | Price range | Variants | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £432 — £536 | 2 variants | Price my 2026 |
| 2025 | £432 — £536 | 2 variants | Price my 2025 |
| 2024 | £432 — £536 | 2 variants | Price my 2024 |
| 2023 | £432 — £536 | 2 variants | Price my 2023 |
| 2022 | £413 — £536 | 4 variants | Price my 2022 |
| 2021 | £413 — £536 | 4 variants | Price my 2021 |
| 2020 | £413 — £478 | 3 variants | Price my 2020 |
| 2019 | £413 — £478 | 3 variants | Price my 2019 |
| 2018 | £413 — £478 | 3 variants | Price my 2018 |
| 2017 | £413 — £478 | 3 variants | Price my 2017 |
| 2016 | £407 — £478 | 5 variants | Price my 2016 |
| 2015 | £407 — £447 | 3 variants | Price my 2015 |
| 2014 | £407 — £447 | 2 variants | Price my 2014 |
| 2013 | £407 — £447 | 2 variants | Price my 2013 |
| 2012 | £407 — £447 | 2 variants | Price my 2012 |
| 2011 | £407 — £447 | 2 variants | Price my 2011 |
| 2010 | £376 — £447 | 3 variants | Price my 2010 |
| 2009 | £376 — £376 | 1 variant | Price my 2009 |
| 2008 | £376 — £376 | 1 variant | Price my 2008 |
| 2007 | £376 — £376 | 1 variant | Price my 2007 |
| 2006 | £376 — £376 | 1 variant | Price my 2006 |
| 2005 | £376 — £376 | 1 variant | Price my 2005 |
The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older Sportages can still be booked.
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Booking a rear-window replacement through UK Car Glass follows a straightforward process from quote to fitting.
Answer a brief quiz about your Sportage's year, trim, and features — the widget identifies your exact rear-window variant in under 60 seconds.
Review the instant quote and book online; the whole process takes about two minutes.
Our parts-check team confirms the correct glass is sourced to match your factory specification.
A specialist from our network contacts you to arrange a convenient fitting time — mobile at your home or workshop, depending on your preference and location.
The technician arrives, removes the shattered glass, and fits the replacement. Shard cleanup is part of the job, though small shards can lodge in places that aren't easily accessible — we recommend a professional valet afterwards for a thorough interior clean.
Your fitter confirms the drive-away time on the day and runs a final check before leaving.
You'll receive a two-year warranty on workmanship and glass quality, with our support team ready to help if any issues arise.
Most Kia Sportage rear-window replacements can be completed at your home or a workshop of your choice — Sportage rear glass does not typically require ADAS calibration since the camera systems are windscreen-mounted, not integrated into the rear window.
Your technician will confirm the best location during booking based on your location and local conditions. Workshop visits are useful if you want the vehicle inspected for other damage or prefer a controlled environment; mobile replacement at home is the standard default and can be arranged in most UK locations.
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 Kia Sportage: fitted on 6 of the 7 rear window variants we list (86%); model years 2010–2026.
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 Kia Sportage: fitted on 2 of the 7 rear window variants we list (29%); model years 2010–2016.
A high-level brake light integrated into the rear window itself, which requires the replacement glass to carry the same pattern so the original lighting circuit reconnects.
Found on certain trim levels and model years; the parts check will confirm if your variant includes this feature.
On the Kia Sportage: fitted on 2 of the 7 rear window variants we list (29%); model years 2015–2026.
About 90% of all glass has a subtle tint that's hard to spot at first glance — most Sportage rear windows carry a faint green hue.
Confirmed during the quote process; your technician will verify the tint colour when sourcing the replacement.
On the Kia Sportage: fitted on 2 of the 7 rear window variants we list (29%); model years 2010–2016.
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 Kia Sportage: fitted on 2 of the 7 rear window variants we list (29%); model years 2015–2026.
A solar-coated rear window that absorbs the sun's infrared rays, reducing heat buildup inside the vehicle.
Often part of premium or comfort-focused trim packages; confirmed in the quote if your Sportage includes it.
On the Kia Sportage: fitted on 1 of the 7 rear window variants we list (14%); model years 2021–2026.
Dark green tinted rear and side glass that's noticeably darker than the front windscreen but still see-through in daylight.
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.
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 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.
On the Kia Sportage: fitted on 1 of the 7 rear window variants we list (14%); model years 2016–2022.
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.
On the Kia Sportage: fitted on 1 of the 7 rear window variants we list (14%); model years 2005–2010.
A factory light-green tint found on some Japanese vehicles, distinct from standard European green and stocked separately.
Light green is a tint applied to the windscreen during manufacturing on certain Japanese-market vehicles. It differs subtly in colour and hue from the standard green tint used on European vehicles. This tint serves the same purpose as any factory tint — reducing glare, heat ingress, and UV exposure — but represents a distinct regional specification. Because the colour match must be precise, UKCG stocks and supplies light-green windscreens as a separate variant. Using a standard green tint on a vehicle that left the factory with light green will result in a visible colour mismatch.
Check your vehicle's original windscreen or consult your handbook or dealership service records. If your car is a Japanese make and the windscreen has a noticeably light greenish tint (rather than the standard neutral or slightly amber European green), you have a light-green windscreen. The tint is visible when you look through the glass at an angle or compare it side-by-side with a standard-green vehicle.
Light-green windscreen replacement requires an exact colour match to maintain consistency with the rest of the vehicle's glazing and exterior appearance. Standard green tints are not interchangeable. UKCG sources the correct light-green variant to your specific vehicle, ensuring seamless integration. No calibration is required — tint is a cosmetic and thermal property of the glass itself and does not affect safety systems or sensors.
On the Kia Sportage: fitted on 1 of the 7 rear window variants we list (14%); model years 2005–2010.
An opening pane with hinged hardware, typically on rear quarters or van sides.
An opening glass pane is a hinged or pivoting section of bodyglass designed to swing or tilt outward for ventilation or access. Commonly found on rear quarters of estates or vans, and on van side panels. Unlike fixed side windows or windscreens, opening panes are part of the vehicle's passive ventilation system and allow airflow without opening a door or window. The hinge and frame hardware are integral to the feature's function.
Check your vehicle's side and rear quarter panels for hinged glass sections that swing outward. Ask your dealer or service centre whether your model includes rear quarter vents or van-side opening panels. Your handbook will list ventilation features. Opening panes are visually distinct from sliding or rolling windows — they pivot on visible hinges rather than moving vertically or horizontally.
UKCG handles opening-pane replacement on a bespoke basis — please contact us for a quote rather than using the automated quote tool. Replacement includes the glass pane and matching hinge hardware where supplied. Fitting time is typically brief as there is no adhesive cure or calibration required. The pane is held in place by mechanical hinges and seals, so you can use the vehicle immediately after fitting.
The Kia Sportage has evolved through multiple generations since 2010, establishing itself as a popular compact SUV across the UK market. Rear-window glass varies significantly by generation and specification — earlier models carry straightforward toughened glass, while later variants introduce tinted options and integrated features.
From the mid-2010s onwards, higher-specification Sportage models began incorporating privacy tinting and, on some variants, brake-light integration into the rear window itself. These features require exact matching during replacement to preserve the vehicle's original function and appearance.
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