Rear window replacement for your Lexus IS, instant quote across six active variants, fitted by approved technicians near you — booked in under two minutes.
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Rear window pricing varies based on generation, trim specification, and integrated features such as heating elements, antenna integration, and alarm-wire circuits. Earlier IS models without these features are typically the most straightforward to replace, whilst later variants with embedded heating and antenna grids require precise factory-spec matching. Encapsulated rear glass (with trim pre-bonded) may also affect availability and cost depending on the year.
| Year | Price range | Variants | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £519 — £524 | 2 variants | Price my 2026 |
| 2025 | £519 — £524 | 2 variants | Price my 2025 |
| 2024 | £519 — £524 | 2 variants | Price my 2024 |
| 2023 | £519 — £524 | 2 variants | Price my 2023 |
| 2022 | £519 — £524 | 2 variants | Price my 2022 |
| 2021 | £519 — £524 | 2 variants | Price my 2021 |
| 2020 | £519 — £524 | 2 variants | Price my 2020 |
| 2019 | £519 — £524 | 2 variants | Price my 2019 |
| 2018 | £519 — £640 | 3 variants | Price my 2018 |
| 2017 | £519 — £640 | 3 variants | Price my 2017 |
| 2016 | £519 — £640 | 3 variants | Price my 2016 |
| 2015 | £519 — £640 | 3 variants | Price my 2015 |
| 2014 | £519 — £640 | 3 variants | Price my 2014 |
| 2013 | £519 — £640 | 3 variants | Price my 2013 |
| 2012 | £519 — £524 | 2 variants | Price my 2012 |
The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older ISs can still be booked.
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Rear window replacement for your IS follows a straightforward process from instant quote through fitting and aftercare.
Answer a quick quiz about your IS — make, model, year, and features — to generate an instant quote.
A parts check confirms the exact rear glass specification, including any heating element, antenna, or alarm-wire details.
You're matched with an approved technician in your area who sources the matching factory-spec glass.
On fitting day, your technician removes the shattered rear panel, clears accessible glass shards, and bonds the new unit into place.
A professional valet afterwards is recommended to remove any fine shards that may have lodged in the interior.
Your replacement is covered by a two-year warranty on workmanship and glass quality.
Rear window replacement is typically completed within a couple of hours; your technician will confirm the exact timeline and drive-away readiness before leaving.
Most rear window replacements for the Lexus IS can be completed at your home or workplace on a mobile basis. However, if your IS carries integrated heating or antenna elements, the technician may request workshop access for post-fit diagnostics to confirm the electrical circuits are properly restored.
The no-split rule means if a workshop visit is needed, the entire job (removal, fitting, and diagnostics) happens in one location — we don't split the work across two days. Your technician confirms the arrangement at booking.
We confirm the specific answer for your vehicle when you book.
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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.
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.
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.
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 Lexus IS has been in continuous production since 1998, spanning multiple generations with evolving glass technology. Early IS models featured straightforward rear windows, while later generations introduced integrated heating elements and AM/FM radio antennas within the rear glass itself.
From the mid-2010s onwards, Lexus Safety System+ (LSS+) and its successors brought forward-facing cameras to the windscreen, though the rear window remained a functional panel without ADAS sensors. Modern IS variants may include solar-control rear glass and alarm-wire integration depending on trim and year.
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