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The technician was friendly and efficient, explained the process clearly and was timely in his execution of the windscreen replacement.
Mercedes E Class rear window replacement — booked online.
Instant quote across 20 Mercedes E-Class rear-window variants in under 60 seconds, fitted by approved fitters — booked in under two minutes.
Prices from £520 to £766
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Mercedes E Class rear window price, by year
Price variation across E-Class rear-window variants depends mainly on generation, the presence of heating elements, and whether the glass carries integrated antenna or alarm-wire circuits. Older models without these features are typically the most affordable; later generations with multiple integrated functions carry higher replacement costs due to more complex parts sourcing and fitment requirements.
| Year | Price range | Variants | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | £520 — £590 | 3 variants | Price my 2016 |
| 2015 | £520 — £590 | 3 variants | Price my 2015 |
| 2014 | £520 — £590 | 3 variants | Price my 2014 |
| 2013 | £520 — £590 | 3 variants | Price my 2013 |
| 2012 | £520 — £590 | 3 variants | Price my 2012 |
| 2011 | £520 — £590 | 3 variants | Price my 2011 |
| 2010 | £549 — £590 | 2 variants | Price my 2010 |
| 2009 | £549 — £766 | 3 variants | Price my 2009 |
| 2008 | £766 — £766 | 1 variant | Price my 2008 |
| 2007 | £766 — £766 | 1 variant | Price my 2007 |
| 2006 | £766 — £766 | 1 variant | Price my 2006 |
| 2005 | £766 — £766 | 1 variant | Price my 2005 |
| 2004 | £766 — £766 | 1 variant | Price my 2004 |
| 2003 | £347 — £766 | 5 variants | Price my 2003 |
| 2002 | £347 — £766 | 7 variants | Price my 2002 |
| 2001 | £347 — £744 | 6 variants | Price my 2001 |
| 2000 | £347 — £744 | 6 variants | Price my 2000 |
| 1999 | £347 — £744 | 6 variants | Price my 1999 |
| 1998 | £347 — £744 | 6 variants | Price my 1998 |
| 1997 | £347 — £744 | 6 variants | Price my 1997 |
| 1996 | £347 — £744 | 7 variants | Price my 1996 |
| 1995 | £456 — £744 | 3 variants | Price my 1995 |
| 1994 | £723 — £723 | 1 variant | Price my 1994 |
| 1993 | £465 — £723 | 2 variants | Price my 1993 |
| 1992 | £465 — £723 | 2 variants | Price my 1992 |
| 1991 | £465 — £723 | 2 variants | Price my 1991 |
| 1990 | £465 — £723 | 2 variants | Price my 1990 |
| 1989 | £465 — £723 | 2 variants | Price my 1989 |
| 1988 | £465 — £723 | 2 variants | Price my 1988 |
| 1987 | £465 — £723 | 2 variants | Price my 1987 |
| 1986 | £465 — £465 | 1 variant | Price my 1986 |
| 1985 | £465 — £465 | 1 variant | Price my 1985 |
| 1984 | £465 — £465 | 1 variant | Price my 1984 |
| 1983 | £465 — £465 | 1 variant | Price my 1983 |
The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older E Classs can still be booked.
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What to expect during your Mercedes E Class rear window replacement
Booking your E-Class rear-window replacement through UK Car Glass is a straightforward process guided by our online quote system and partner network.
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Complete a brief online quiz about your E-Class year and trim — we identify your exact rear-window variant in under 60 seconds.
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Receive an instant quote and book your preferred date and location (mobile at your address or at a local workshop).
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Our parts-check team confirms the correct replacement glass matches your factory specification — including any heating, antenna, or alarm-wire features.
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A specialist from our network arrives at your chosen location, removes the shattered rear window, and fits the replacement. Shards will be cleared from accessible areas; we recommend a professional valet afterwards for thorough interior cleaning.
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Your fitter confirms the glass is set and secure before leaving. Your new rear window is covered by our two-year warranty against workmanship and manufacturing defects.
From quote to fitting, the entire process is designed to be quick and hassle-free — your E-Class back on the road with a factory-specification rear window.
Mobile fitting or workshop visit for your E Class?
Most Mercedes E-Class rear-window replacements are carried out mobile at your address — our specialists can fit the replacement and handle any heating or antenna reconnection on site. Workshop fitting is typically chosen for convenience or during poor weather, not because of the rear-window position itself.
Unlike windscreen jobs, rear-window replacement doesn't involve ADAS calibration, so there's no technical reason to book a workshop. Choose whichever suits you best at checkout.
We confirm the specific answer for your vehicle when you book.
What features does your E Class 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 Windscreen12
1983–2016Heated 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.
Green9
1983–2016Green 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.
Antenna5
1995–2016An aerial laminated into the windscreen or rear window restores radio, DAB or TV reception without a roof-mounted mast.
What it means
An antenna is a conductive print laminated into the glass during manufacture, typically used for radio, DAB (digital audio broadcasting) or television reception. It replaces the traditional roof-mounted aerial mast found on older vehicles. The antenna is integrated into the glass interlayer and connected to the vehicle's receiver unit via a connector embedded in the glass edge. This design offers a cleaner aesthetic, reduces wind noise, and eliminates the vulnerability of a protruding mast to damage or theft.
How to tell
Check your vehicle's roof — if there is no visible aerial mast, your car likely has a laminated antenna. You can also ask your dealer or service centre whether your windscreen or rear window carries an antenna print. The connector may be visible on the glass edge or inside the door frame trim.
Replacement impact
When replacing glass with a laminated antenna, the replacement must carry the matching antenna print and connector to restore reception immediately on fitting. Aftermarket or original-equipment glass with the correct antenna specification is essential; a plain replacement will leave you without radio or DAB signal. Our fitters verify the antenna specification during booking and source the correct variant before the appointment.
Solar Control5
1996–2016Solar 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.
Brake Light4
1995–2016A 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.
Blue3
1996–2009Blue-tinted windscreens reduce glare and heat while maintaining a subtle, modern appearance.
What it means
A blue tint is a light coloration applied to the windscreen glass, usually during manufacture. It reduces solar heat transmission and glare from sunlight, particularly on bright days or when driving into the sun. The tint is integral to the glass itself — not a separate film — and is chosen by the vehicle manufacturer to balance comfort, visibility, and aesthetic consistency with the vehicle's side windows and rear window. Most vehicles come with a green or blue tint as standard; the choice depends on the manufacturer's design and regional climate considerations.
How to tell
Check your side windows by rolling one halfway down and holding a white piece of paper behind the glass. If you see a blue tint reflected in the glass, your windscreen will have the same tint. You can also ask your vehicle's dealership or service centre to confirm the windscreen tint specification. The tint is visible when comparing the windscreen to clear glass, though it may be subtle and harder to spot on overcast days.
Replacement impact
Blue-tinted replacement windscreens must match the original tint to maintain visual consistency with your side and rear windows. Most replacement glass is available in the correct tint through OE (original equipment) suppliers. There is no calibration requirement related to tint. The tint does not affect fitting time, cure time, or drive-away schedules. Ensure the replacement windscreen is specified with the blue tint to avoid a mismatched appearance.
TV Antenna3
1995–2016A TV-reception aerial printed into the rear window, typically for in-car entertainment systems.
What it means
A TV antenna is an aerial pattern laminated into the rear windscreen or rear side window to receive broadcast television signals. It's a separate system from the vehicle's radio or mobile antenna and is typically found in vehicles equipped with rear-seat entertainment systems. The antenna is printed directly onto or into the glass during manufacture, so when the glass is replaced, the antenna pattern must be reproduced on the replacement to maintain reception quality.
How to tell
Check your vehicle's specification sheet or handbook for rear-seat entertainment or TV tuner capability. If your car has a rear-seat entertainment system with a TV tuner, the rear window will have a TV antenna. You can also ask your dealer or service centre to confirm whether your vehicle has this feature.
Replacement impact
When the rear window is replaced, the replacement glass must include the matching TV antenna print to preserve reception. OEM (original equipment manufacturer) glass is typically required to ensure the antenna pattern is identical. The antenna is passive and requires no calibration or specialist procedures after fitting. Cure time for bonded rear glass is required; the fitter will confirm the drive-away time on the day.
Laminated2
1987–2002Laminated windscreens hold together when they crack, staying bonded to an inner layer rather than shattering into dangerous shards.
What it means
Laminated glass consists of two glass panes bonded to a tough plastic interlayer, usually polyvinyl butyral (PVB). When struck, the glass cracks but the interlayer holds the pieces in place, preventing the sharp shards that would scatter from tempered glass. This design prioritises occupant safety — the windscreen remains structurally sound even after impact, reducing the risk of ejection and keeping wind and weather out of the cabin. Laminated glass also provides sound dampening and blocks most ultraviolet light. All modern windscreens are laminated as standard.
How to tell
Look at your windscreen edge-on — you'll see a thin darker line (the interlayer) sandwiched between the two glass panes. Tap the glass gently with your knuckle: laminated glass produces a duller, more solid sound compared to the sharper ring of tempered side or rear windows. Your service manual or dealer can confirm, but all production windscreens are laminated.
Replacement impact
Laminated glass is bonded to the frame with structural adhesive, so cure time applies after replacement. Your windscreen is safety-critical — it contributes up to 30% of vehicle structural integrity and supports airbag deployment. The adhesive bond must fully cure before the vehicle is driven normally; your fitter will confirm the specific drive-away time before releasing the car. This is true whether or not your windscreen has camera or sensor features.
About the Mercedes E Class
The Mercedes E-Class has been in continuous production since 1983, evolving through multiple generations and establishing itself as a benchmark for mid-to-upper luxury saloons and estates. Rear windows across the range are typically toughened glass, with many variants featuring green-tinted or solar-control options to reduce cabin heat and glare.
From the early 2010s onwards, many E-Class models added integrated heating elements, antenna prints for radio reception, and specialised alarm-wire circuits — all of which must be matched when the rear window is replaced. Later generations occasionally featured laminated or acoustic rear glass as a premium option, particularly on estate models.
Mercedes rear-window replacement is straightforward in most cases, though the presence of heating elements, antenna connectivity, or alarm wiring means the replacement must carry the exact same factory specification to restore full function.
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