Jennifer H.
Verified on Trustpilot7 Oct 2026
2012 FIAT 500L
They were more helpful than the…
They were more helpful than the insurance company and was done on no time price was excellent booking process easy
Rear window replacement for the Mazda 2 across all generations, booked online in under two minutes — fitted by approved fitters across the UK.
Make
Mazda
Model
2
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Pricing varies primarily with generation and glass tint specification. Earlier Mazda 2 models without tint options are typically the most straightforward. Later variants with green tint or privacy tint carry slightly higher costs due to coating application complexity. Some models include integrated antenna or heating elements in the rear glass, which increases parts cost.
| Year | Price range | Variants | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £481 — £548 | 2 variants | Price my 2026 |
| 2025 | £481 — £548 | 2 variants | Price my 2025 |
| 2024 | £481 — £548 | 2 variants | Price my 2024 |
| 2023 | £481 — £548 | 2 variants | Price my 2023 |
| 2022 | £481 — £548 | 2 variants | Price my 2022 |
| 2021 | £481 — £548 | 2 variants | Price my 2021 |
| 2020 | £481 — £548 | 2 variants | Price my 2020 |
| 2019 | £481 — £548 | 2 variants | Price my 2019 |
| 2018 | £481 — £548 | 2 variants | Price my 2018 |
| 2017 | £481 — £548 | 2 variants | Price my 2017 |
| 2016 | £481 — £548 | 2 variants | Price my 2016 |
| 2015 | £481 — £548 | 2 variants | Price my 2015 |
| 2014 | £601 — £657 | 2 variants | Price my 2014 |
| 2013 | £601 — £657 | 2 variants | Price my 2013 |
| 2012 | £601 — £657 | 2 variants | Price my 2012 |
| 2011 | £601 — £657 | 2 variants | Price my 2011 |
| 2010 | £601 — £657 | 2 variants | Price my 2010 |
| 2009 | £601 — £657 | 2 variants | Price my 2009 |
| 2008 | £601 — £657 | 2 variants | Price my 2008 |
| 2007 | £421 — £657 | 3 variants | Price my 2007 |
| 2006 | £421 — £421 | 1 variant | Price my 2006 |
| 2005 | £421 — £421 | 1 variant | Price my 2005 |
| 2004 | £421 — £421 | 1 variant | Price my 2004 |
| 2003 | £421 — £421 | 1 variant | Price my 2003 |
The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older 2s can still be booked.
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Rear-window replacement follows a straightforward process from quote to driving away.
Book through UK Car Glass using our online quote widget — takes around a minute.
Our parts check team confirms your exact rear-glass specification (tint, antenna, heating) within 24 hours.
You're matched with a local approved fitter who has the right glass in stock.
The fitter arrives at your chosen location (mobile at home or workshop visit) and replaces the shattered glass, typically in 30–60 minutes of active work.
A shattered rear window means shard cleanup is part of the job — your fitter will remove as much broken glass as they can reach, but small shards can lodge in places that need deeper detailing afterwards.
Your fitter confirms the minimum drive-away time before releasing the vehicle. We recommend a professional valet afterwards for thorough interior shard removal.
Two-year warranty covers workmanship and glass quality — any issues can be reported to UKCG for remediation.
Most Mazda 2 rear-window replacements can be done mobile at your home or workplace — the rear window has no ADAS calibration requirement. Choose mobile for convenience or a workshop visit if you prefer. Either way, the job typically completes within 30–60 minutes of active work, and you can drive away once your fitter confirms the adhesive cure time (usually the same day, depending on the adhesive and ambient conditions).
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 Mazda 2: fitted on 3 of the 5 rear window variants we list (60%); model years 2003–2026.
Green tint is present on most Mazda 2 rear glass and is barely visible unless you look carefully — it reduces glare and UV passage.
Confirmed during the quote process by our parts team once your variant is identified; you do not need to self-inspect.
On the Mazda 2: fitted on 3 of the 5 rear window variants we list (60%); model years 2003–2026.
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 Mazda 2: fitted on 2 of the 5 rear window variants we list (40%); model years 2007–2026.
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 Mazda 2: fitted on 1 of the 5 rear window variants we list (20%); model years 2015–2026.
An AM/FM radio antenna is laminated into the upper section of the rear glass, replacing a traditional roof-mounted aerial on models without one — replacement glass must carry the matching antenna print and connector.
Present on select recent Mazda 2 variants; confirmed during the quote process.
On the Mazda 2: fitted on 1 of the 5 rear window variants we list (20%); model years 2015–2026.
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 Mazda 2 has been in continuous production since 2002, evolving through four generations with consistent body-in-white design. Early models carry straightforward toughened rear glass, while later variants from the 2010s onwards may feature green-tinted or privacy-tinted options depending on trim and market specification.
Most current-generation Mazda 2 models do not carry windscreen-mounted ADAS cameras, so rear-window replacement itself is straightforward and does not require calibration after fitting. A minority of recent variants may be equipped with i-ACTIVSENSE features, but these typically rely on radar or forward-facing windscreen cameras rather than rear-window functions.
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