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Volkswagen ID.4 rear window replacement — booked online.
Instant quote for your VW ID.4 rear window in under 60 seconds, fitted by approved fitters near you — booked online in under two minutes.
Prices from £653 to £653
4.82 / 5 ·
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- OEE glass, factory-spec match
- 2-year workmanship warranty
Volkswagen ID.4 rear window price, by year
Pricing reflects the complexity of the integrated features in the ID.4's rear window — antenna, alarm wire, and solar-control coating all require specialist sourcing to match your factory specification. The modern platform and consistent feature set across the model range means pricing is relatively stable compared to models with older, feature-varied generations.
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| 2026 | £653 — £653 | 1 variant | Price my 2026 |
| 2025 | £653 — £653 | 1 variant | Price my 2025 |
| 2024 | £653 — £653 | 1 variant | Price my 2024 |
| 2023 | £653 — £653 | 1 variant | Price my 2023 |
| 2022 | £653 — £653 | 1 variant | Price my 2022 |
| 2021 | £653 — £653 | 1 variant | Price my 2021 |
| 2020 | £653 — £653 | 1 variant | Price my 2020 |
| 2019 | £653 — £653 | 1 variant | Price my 2019 |
| 2018 | £653 — £653 | 1 variant | Price my 2018 |
| 2017 | £653 — £653 | 1 variant | Price my 2017 |
| 2016 | £653 — £653 | 1 variant | Price my 2016 |
| 2015 | £653 — £653 | 1 variant | Price my 2015 |
| 2014 | £653 — £653 | 1 variant | Price my 2014 |
| 2013 | £653 — £653 | 1 variant | Price my 2013 |
| 2012 | £653 — £653 | 1 variant | Price my 2012 |
The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older ID.4s can still be booked.
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What to expect during your Volkswagen ID.4 rear window replacement
Booking and fitting your ID.4's rear window is a straightforward process from quote to completion.
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Start with our online widget quiz — tell us the ID.4's year and trim, and we'll generate an instant quote in under 60 seconds.
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Complete your booking in the same session; you'll receive confirmation and a list of approved fitters in your area within minutes.
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Our team runs a final parts check to confirm your rear-window specification (antenna, alarm wire, solar control) — if any detail needs clarification, we'll contact you before the technician is dispatched.
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Your matched technician arrives at your address (or a workshop of your choice) with the exact glass panel. The fit typically takes 30–60 minutes depending on the vehicle condition.
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Shard cleanup is part of the job; your fitter will remove what they can reach accessibly. We recommend a professional valet afterwards for a thorough interior clean, as small shards can lodge in places the fitter can't access on the day.
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Your fitter will confirm the minimum drive-away time before leaving — adhesive cure runs in the background and they'll tell you when the vehicle is safe to drive.
Your replacement glass carries a two-year warranty covering workmanship and glass quality, and all work is carried out by specialists on our network.
Mobile fitting or workshop visit for your ID.4?
Most ID.4 rear-window replacements are fitted mobile at your address. The ID.4 doesn't require camera calibration for the rear window (ADAS cameras are mounted behind the windscreen only), so there's no reason to choose a workshop unless you prefer it for convenience or weather protection.
We always arrange the job at a single location — no splitting between mobile and workshop. If you'd prefer a workshop fit, let us know during booking and we'll arrange it with a technician near you.
We confirm the specific answer for your vehicle when you book.
What features does your ID.4 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.
Antenna1
2012–2026An 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.
Green1
2012–2026Green 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.
Heated Rear Windscreen1
2012–2026Heated 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.
Solar Control1
2012–2026Solar 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.
About the Volkswagen ID.4
The Volkswagen ID.4 is VW's all-electric compact SUV, launched in 2020 as a distinctly modern platform with advanced glass and sensor integration throughout.
Rear windows on the ID.4 are toughened glass, which shatters into small granules on impact rather than cracking. This makes removal straightforward but means shard cleanup is a significant part of the replacement job — your fitter will clear what's accessible during the fit, though we recommend a professional interior valet afterwards to reach shards that may lodge in hard-to-access areas.
The ID.4's rear glass carries multiple integrated features including antenna, alarm wiring, and solar-control coating. Your replacement will match these factory specifications exactly, ensuring all vehicle systems (radio, DAB, anti-theft circuit, thermal management) work without interruption after fitting.
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