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Liam F.
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Volkswagen Passat
Very personable and professional fitter…
Very personable and professional fitter - did a great job 👍🏻
Volkswagen Passat rear window replacement — booked online.
Instant quote across 24 Passat variants in under 60 seconds, fitted by approved fitters — booked in under two minutes.
Prices from £442 to £783
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Volkswagen Passat rear window price, by year
Pricing varies with generation and trim specification — early-2000s models with basic hardware are typically more affordable, whilst later variants with integrated brake lights, antenna circuits, or encapsulated trim involve more careful sourcing and preparation. Privacy tint, solar-control coatings, and heated-glass options on higher-specification trims can affect availability and calibration time.
| Year | Price range | Variants | Quote |
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| 2023 | £490 — £668 | 7 variants | Price my 2023 |
| 2022 | £490 — £668 | 7 variants | Price my 2022 |
| 2021 | £490 — £668 | 7 variants | Price my 2021 |
| 2020 | £490 — £668 | 7 variants | Price my 2020 |
| 2019 | £490 — £668 | 7 variants | Price my 2019 |
| 2018 | £490 — £668 | 7 variants | Price my 2018 |
| 2017 | £442 — £783 | 9 variants | Price my 2017 |
| 2016 | £442 — £783 | 9 variants | Price my 2016 |
| 2015 | £442 — £783 | 14 variants | Price my 2015 |
| 2014 | £442 — £783 | 7 variants | Price my 2014 |
| 2013 | £442 — £783 | 7 variants | Price my 2013 |
| 2012 | £442 — £783 | 6 variants | Price my 2012 |
| 2011 | £442 — £783 | 6 variants | Price my 2011 |
| 2010 | £442 — £783 | 8 variants | Price my 2010 |
| 2009 | £442 — £783 | 6 variants | Price my 2009 |
| 2008 | £442 — £783 | 6 variants | Price my 2008 |
| 2007 | £481 — £658 | 4 variants | Price my 2007 |
| 2006 | £481 — £658 | 4 variants | Price my 2006 |
| 2005 | £377 — £658 | 7 variants | Price my 2005 |
| 2004 | £377 — £416 | 3 variants | Price my 2004 |
| 2003 | £377 — £416 | 3 variants | Price my 2003 |
| 2002 | £377 — £416 | 3 variants | Price my 2002 |
| 2001 | £377 — £416 | 3 variants | Price my 2001 |
| 2000 | £377 — £416 | 3 variants | Price my 2000 |
| 1999 | £377 — £416 | 3 variants | Price my 1999 |
| 1998 | £377 — £416 | 3 variants | Price my 1998 |
| 1997 | £345 — £410 | 2 variants | Price my 1997 |
| 1996 | £345 — £582 | 3 variants | Price my 1996 |
| 1995 | £345 — £582 | 3 variants | Price my 1995 |
| 1994 | £345 — £582 | 3 variants | Price my 1994 |
| 1993 | £345 — £582 | 3 variants | Price my 1993 |
| 1992 | £345 — £582 | 3 variants | Price my 1992 |
| 1991 | £345 — £582 | 4 variants | Price my 1991 |
| 1990 | £353 — £582 | 3 variants | Price my 1990 |
| 1989 | £353 — £582 | 3 variants | Price my 1989 |
| 1988 | £353 — £582 | 4 variants | Price my 1988 |
| 1987 | £355 — £355 | 1 variant | Price my 1987 |
| 1986 | £355 — £355 | 1 variant | Price my 1986 |
| 1985 | £355 — £355 | 1 variant | Price my 1985 |
| 1984 | £355 — £355 | 1 variant | Price my 1984 |
| 1983 | £355 — £355 | 1 variant | Price my 1983 |
| 1982 | £355 — £355 | 1 variant | Price my 1982 |
| 1981 | £355 — £355 | 1 variant | Price my 1981 |
The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older Passats can still be booked.
What Volkswagen Passat owners say
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What to expect during your Volkswagen Passat rear window replacement
Replacing your Passat's rear window is a straightforward process handled by approved technicians in your area.
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Start with a quick online quote — answer a few questions about your Passat's year and trim to identify your exact variant.
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Our parts team verifies the glass specification and confirms availability before you book.
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You'll be matched with a local technician who collects the correct replacement glass and schedules your fitting.
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On the day, your fitter removes the shattered original window and bonds in the new glass. A shattered rear window means shard cleanup is part of the job — your technician will remove accessible broken glass, but small fragments can lodge in places that need deeper professional detailing afterwards.
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Your fitter confirms the minimum drive-away time, which depends on the adhesive used and ambient conditions.
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For a thorough interior clean after rear-window replacement, we recommend a professional valet afterwards — glass shards can work into places technicians can't always reach on the day.
Your replacement comes with a two-year warranty covering workmanship and glass quality.
Mobile fitting or workshop visit for your Passat?
Most Passat rear-window replacements are carried out at your chosen location — mobile at home or at a workshop, depending on your preference. The decision typically depends on access, weather, and whether the vehicle has other work in progress.
Because rear-window replacement does not involve ADAS calibration (unlike windscreen work), workshop access is not driven by safety-critical sensor setup — it's purely about convenience and shard cleanup conditions.
We confirm the specific answer for your vehicle when you book.
What features does your Passat 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 Windscreen24
1981–2023On the Volkswagen Passat: fitted on every one of the 24 rear window variants we list; model years 1981–2023.
Heated 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.
Green15
1988–2023On the Volkswagen Passat: fitted on 15 of the 24 rear window variants we list (63%); model years 1988–2023.
What it means
A subtle green tint in the glass that is hard to spot but present in most Passats — the replacement must match this tint exactly.
On your Volkswagen Passat
Confirmed during the quote process once your Passat's year and trim are verified; green tint is standard on the majority of Passat models from the mid-2000s onwards.
Brake Light12
1988–2023On the Volkswagen Passat: fitted on 12 of the 24 rear window variants we list (50%); model years 1988–2023.
What it means
A high-level brake light integrated into the rear window via silkscreen or wire network — the replacement must carry the same pattern so the original lighting circuit reconnects cleanly.
On your Volkswagen Passat
Standard on most modern Passats from the 2010s onwards; confirmed during the quote process.
Antenna11
1988–2023On the Volkswagen Passat: fitted on 11 of the 24 rear window variants we list (46%); model years 1988–2023.
What it means
An aerial laminated into the glass for radio or DAB reception — the replacement must carry the matching antenna print and connector so your vehicle's radio reception is restored.
On your Volkswagen Passat
Common on Passats from around 2005 onwards; typically found on mid-range and higher trims. Confirmed during the quote.
Solar Control9
2005–2023On the Volkswagen Passat: fitted on 9 of the 24 rear window variants we list (38%); model years 2005–2023.
What it means
A solar-control coating that absorbs the sun's infrared rays, helping keep the cabin cooler and reducing air-con load.
On your Volkswagen Passat
Typically optional on higher trims or specification packs; confirmed during the quote once your trim level is verified.
Green Privacy6
1998–2023On the Volkswagen Passat: fitted on 6 of the 24 rear window variants we list (25%); model years 1998–2023.
Dark green tint on rear and side windows is a factory colour choice, not a safety or performance feature.
What it means
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.
How to tell
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.
Replacement impact
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.
Dark Green2
2005–2015On the Volkswagen Passat: fitted on 2 of the 24 rear window variants we list (8%); model years 2005–2015.
What it means
A darker tint applied to the rear side windows compared to the front — privacy glass that may differ from your windscreen colour.
On your Volkswagen Passat
Found on higher-specification trims and some later models; your technician confirms the exact tint match during preparation.
TV Antenna2
2010–2015On the Volkswagen Passat: fitted on 2 of the 24 rear window variants we list (8%); model years 2010–2015.
A 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.
Clear1
1981–1988Calibration varies by vehicleOn the Volkswagen Passat: fitted on 1 of the 24 rear window variants we list (4%); model years 1981–1988; calibration varies by vehicle.
Clear windscreen glass has no tint; most cars have a slight tint as standard.
What it means
A clear windscreen contains no added tint layer. Most modern windscreens incorporate a subtle tint (typically blue, green, grey or bronze) as standard to reduce glare, provide UV protection, and improve cabin comfort. A genuinely clear windscreen is the absence of this tint. Clear glass is less common than tinted variants and is sometimes specified for aesthetic or operational reasons, though the tint difference is usually imperceptible to the naked eye.
How to tell
Lower your side window halfway and hold a white piece of paper behind it. If you see a noticeable colour cast (blue, green, grey or bronze) in the side glass, your windscreen has the same tint. You can also ask your vehicle's dealership or service centre to confirm the windscreen specification in your service records.
Replacement impact
Clear windscreen replacement uses the same installation process as any other windscreen. No special calibration or extended cure time applies. Sourcing is straightforward — clear glass is widely available as an aftermarket replacement. Installation time and drive-away restrictions follow standard windscreen replacement timings.
GPS1
2005–2015On the Volkswagen Passat: fitted on 1 of the 24 rear window variants we list (4%); model years 2005–2015.
GPS antenna built into the windscreen connects your sat-nav to satellite signals for reliable navigation.
What it means
A GPS antenna is laminated into the windscreen glass during manufacture, providing a direct aerial connection for your vehicle's satellite-navigation system. This integrated design offers better signal reception than external antennas and a cleaner aesthetic. The antenna print and electrical connector are engineered into the glass itself, allowing the navigation receiver to lock onto GPS satellites without interference from the vehicle's metal body or other components.
How to tell
Check your vehicle's handbook or ask your dealership service centre whether your windscreen carries an integrated GPS antenna. You won't see obvious external aerials or connectors on the glass itself — the antenna is laminated internally. If your sat-nav works reliably without a visible roof-mounted antenna, it's likely GPS-equipped.
Replacement impact
Replacement windscreens with GPS antennas must be sourced as OEM (original-equipment) glass to preserve navigation functionality. The antenna print pattern and electrical connector are specific to your vehicle's sat-nav system. Aftermarket glass without the antenna print will not support GPS reception. We confirm OEM availability when you book; lead times may be slightly longer than standard glass.
Heated Windscreen1
2015–2023On the Volkswagen Passat: fitted on 1 of the 24 rear window variants we list (4%); model years 2015–2023.
Heated windscreens use embedded wires to quickly clear ice and condensation in cold weather.
What it means
A heated windscreen is integrated with a fine mesh of electrical wires embedded within the glass itself. When activated, these wires generate heat to warm the windscreen surface, helping to rapidly clear frost, ice, and condensation during cold or damp conditions. This feature improves visibility and safety in winter driving and reduces reliance on engine heat and demister air, which can be slower on very cold mornings.
How to tell
Check your vehicle's handbook or contact your dealership service centre — they can confirm whether your model includes this feature. Look for a dashboard symbol (usually a windscreen icon with heat waves) when you activate the function, or check your infotainment settings for a heating or climate option linked to the windscreen. Some vehicles have a dedicated button on the stalk or console.
Replacement impact
Heated windscreens require replacement glass to be of the correct heated specification — standard unheated glass cannot be fitted. The replacement glass must be sourced to match your vehicle's exact heated-wire configuration. Installation is straightforward, though the technician will confirm the heating element is functioning correctly after fitting. No calibration is required for this feature.
About the Volkswagen Passat
The Volkswagen Passat has been in continuous production since 1981, spanning multiple generations from the original front-wheel-drive saloon through to today's refined B-segment executive car. Earlier models carry straightforward toughened rear windows with basic hardware, while later Passats from the mid-2000s onwards often feature integrated brake-light circuitry, antenna prints, and encapsulated rubber trim bonded directly to the glass.
From around the 2010s, many variants introduced green-tinted rear windows as standard, with some higher trims opting for darker privacy glass to match the windscreen tint. Solar-control coatings and heated-glass options appear on premium and high-specification models, adding complexity to fitment but improving comfort and efficiency.
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