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Volkswagen Tiguan rear window replacement — booked online.
Instant quote across 11 Tiguan variants in under 60 seconds, fitted by approved fitters — booked in under two minutes.
Prices from £366 to £796
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Volkswagen Tiguan rear window price, by year
Pricing varies with generation and trim specification — earlier Tiguans from 2007 onwards are the most straightforward, while later models with solar-control coating or integrated antenna hardware may carry slightly higher costs due to the additional features that must be matched. Variants with fitting hardware pre-bonded to the glass may also differ in cost from those without.
| Year | Price range | Variants | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £366 — £796 | 5 variants | Price my 2026 |
| 2025 | £366 — £796 | 5 variants | Price my 2025 |
| 2024 | £366 — £796 | 5 variants | Price my 2024 |
| 2023 | £366 — £796 | 5 variants | Price my 2023 |
| 2022 | £366 — £796 | 5 variants | Price my 2022 |
| 2021 | £366 — £796 | 5 variants | Price my 2021 |
| 2020 | £366 — £796 | 5 variants | Price my 2020 |
| 2019 | £366 — £796 | 5 variants | Price my 2019 |
| 2018 | £366 — £796 | 5 variants | Price my 2018 |
| 2017 | £366 — £796 | 5 variants | Price my 2017 |
| 2016 | £366 — £796 | 8 variants | Price my 2016 |
| 2015 | £410 — £616 | 3 variants | Price my 2015 |
| 2014 | £410 — £616 | 3 variants | Price my 2014 |
| 2013 | £410 — £616 | 3 variants | Price my 2013 |
| 2012 | £410 — £616 | 3 variants | Price my 2012 |
| 2011 | £410 — £616 | 4 variants | Price my 2011 |
| 2010 | £546 — £546 | 1 variant | Price my 2010 |
| 2009 | £546 — £546 | 1 variant | Price my 2009 |
| 2008 | £546 — £546 | 1 variant | Price my 2008 |
| 2007 | £546 — £546 | 1 variant | Price my 2007 |
The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older Tiguans can still be booked.
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What to expect during your Volkswagen Tiguan rear window replacement
Rear-window replacement is straightforward and typically faster than windscreen fitting.
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Start with a quick online quote using our widget — tell us your Tiguan's year and any features you've noticed, and we'll match you to the exact rear-window variant in under 60 seconds.
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Once you've booked, our team runs a detailed parts check to confirm the glass specification — tint, antenna, hardware, and any solar-control coating.
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We match you with a local technician from our network and confirm your fitting appointment.
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On the day, your fitter will remove the shattered glass, clear accessible shards, and fit the replacement using the same bonding method as the original. This typically takes 30–60 minutes depending on the vehicle.
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Your fitter will confirm the minimum drive-away time before leaving — usually the same as for a non-complex job, since cure happens in the background.
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Afterwards, we recommend a professional valet or interior clean to remove any glass shards that may have lodged in places the fitter couldn't reach on the day.
Your replacement is covered by a two-year warranty on workmanship and glass quality.
Mobile fitting or workshop visit for your Tiguan?
Most Tiguan rear-window replacements are fitted mobile at your address — no workshop visit needed. Because there's no ADAS calibration involved with rear-window fitting, the job can be completed on your driveway or forecourt, and your fitter confirms the drive-away time before leaving.
If weather is particularly poor or your location has limited access for a van, a workshop visit can be arranged as an alternative — always your choice.
We confirm the specific answer for your vehicle when you book.
What features does your Tiguan 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.
Antenna9
2007–2026An 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.
Heated Rear Windscreen9
2007–2026Heated 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.
Green4
2007–2026Green 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.
Green Privacy4
2011–2026Dark 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.
Solar Control4
2007–2026Solar 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.
Flat1
2007–2011A flat glass panel, common on van rear quarters and fixed side panels, sourced as a separate variant from curved equivalents.
What it means
Flat glass refers to a side or rear panel with a plane surface rather than a curved or contoured profile. This is typical of van rear quarter glass, fixed side panels on certain commercial vehicles, and some fixed glazing on passenger cars. Flat glass is structurally simpler than curved variants and is often used where aerodynamics or design complexity is less critical. It's stocked and catalogued separately from any curved equivalent on the same vehicle, because the manufacturing process, fit tolerances, and seal requirements differ.
How to tell
Check your vehicle's side or rear panels visually — flat glass will have a noticeably plane surface when you look at its profile from the side. Compare it to curved windscreens or rear windows, which have obvious contour. If you're unsure, ask your vehicle's service centre or dealership parts department whether your side or rear glass is flat or curved; they can confirm from the parts diagram.
Replacement impact
Flat glass replacement is straightforward — no calibration is involved because flat glass carries no sensors, cameras, or electronic features. The fit process is typically faster than curved glass because the seal and adhesive application follows a flat plane. Cure time applies if the glass is bonded (e.g. fixed side panels or rear windows), but the cure chemistry is standard. Aftermarket flat glass variants are usually available alongside OEM options, so sourcing is rarely a constraint.
Grey Privacy1
2016–2026Dark grey tint on rear windows provides privacy and reduces interior heat and glare.
What it means
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.
How to tell
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.
Replacement impact
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.
About the Volkswagen Tiguan
The Volkswagen Tiguan has been in continuous production since 2007, evolving through multiple generations as VW's core mid-sized SUV. Rear windows across the range are typically toughened glass, with many variants carrying a green or dark-green tint that matches the front side windows.
From around the mid-2010s onwards, higher-trim models began incorporating solar-control coating to reduce cabin heat and UV ingress. Many variants also feature an integrated antenna laminated into the rear glass for radio and DAB reception, so replacement glass must carry the matching antenna print to restore reception.
The Tiguan's straightforward rear-window design means fitting is typically faster than windscreen replacement, though shard cleanup from the shattered original is a significant part of the job.
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