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Price variation across the three active variants is driven by glass feature availability — specifically whether heated windscreen, heated wiper rest area, and rain-sensor functions are present. Base models with core features are the most affordable; range-topping variants with all comfort options carry a modest premium due to greater component integration and supplier availability.
| Year | Price range | Variants | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | £429 — £463 | 3 variants | Price my 2009 |
| 2008 | £429 — £463 | 3 variants | Price my 2008 |
| 2007 | £429 — £463 | 3 variants | Price my 2007 |
| 2006 | £429 — £463 | 3 variants | Price my 2006 |
The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older Magentiss can still be booked.
Curious why prices vary so widely? Read our UK windscreen replacement cost guide .
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Booking and fitting your Magentis windscreen involves a quick online process, parts verification, and a visit from a technician in your area.
Complete an instant online quote through our widget — answer a few quick questions about your Magentis (year and trim features). Takes about a minute.
Review the price and check availability in your area. Once you confirm, your booking is locked in.
Our team checks your glass specification against our suppliers to confirm the exact variant with blue sun strip, green tint, and any heated or sensor functions you need.
A technician near you is matched to your job. You'll receive their contact details and can arrange a convenient time — mobile visit to your address or workshop appointment.
On the day, your fitter will replace the windscreen, complete the fit, and confirm your drive-away time before leaving. For this era of Magentis, no ADAS calibration is needed.
You're covered by a two-year warranty on the glass and workmanship — if any issues arise, contact UKCG and we'll arrange a remedy.
The whole process is designed to be simple and transparent, from quote to fit to aftercare.
The Kia Magentis (2006–2009) does not carry factory ADAS systems, so windscreen replacement is straightforward and can be carried out at your preferred location — mobile visit to your home or address, or a workshop appointment if you prefer.
Your fitter will discuss the most convenient option during booking. Mobile fitting is the default, but workshop appointments are always available if that suits you better.
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.
A blue-tinted gradient band across the top of your windscreen that reduces glare without affecting your view of the road.
A blue sun strip is a tinted gradient band built into the upper edge of your windscreen's laminate layer. It reduces glare from sunlight reflecting off the road and bonnet without darkening your main field of vision. The tint is created during manufacture as part of the glass laminate itself — it cannot be added or removed later. Sun strips are a windscreen-only feature; rear and side windows cannot carry this effect because they use tempered rather than laminated glass.
Look at the top of your windscreen from inside the car — you'll see a distinct blue-tinted band running horizontally across the upper portion. Check your vehicle's specification sheet or ask your dealership service centre whether your windscreen is listed as a 'blue sun strip' or 'tinted sun strip' variant. Your invoice or parts manual will confirm it.
When replacing a windscreen with a blue sun strip, the replacement must be the sun-strip variant — a standard plain windscreen will not replicate the tinted band. Your replacement glass is sourced as an exact match to your original specification. There are no additional calibration or cure implications beyond a standard windscreen replacement. Fitting and drive-away times remain unchanged.
Green tint reduces glare and improves visual comfort by filtering certain light wavelengths.
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.
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.
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 windscreens use embedded wires to quickly clear ice and condensation in cold weather.
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.
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.
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.
Heating elements embedded in the glass melt ice from your wipers and the bottom of your windscreen.
A heated wiper rest area uses electric heating elements embedded into the windscreen in the area where your wipers park when not in use. These elements warm the glass to prevent ice and frost from bonding to the wiper blades and the lower windscreen edge during cold weather. This reduces the effort needed to clear ice in the morning and helps protect your wipers from damage caused by frozen adhesion to the glass.
Check your windscreen's lower edge where the wipers rest — you may see faint heating lines or elements visible in the glass. Your handbook or service history will confirm the feature. You can also ask your dealer or service centre whether your vehicle is equipped with a heated wiper rest area.
When replacing a windscreen with a heated wiper rest area, the replacement glass must include the heating elements. Aftermarket and OE glazing suppliers offer this feature, but availability varies by vehicle. The heating system does not require calibration after replacement, though the technician will ensure the heating element connections are properly restored during installation.
Your wipers automatically activate when rain falls on the windscreen.
A rain sensor is a device mounted on or behind the windscreen that detects moisture and triggers the wiper system automatically. The sensor uses infrared light to measure water droplets on the glass surface and signals the vehicle's electrical system to engage the wipers without driver input. This feature improves safety in sudden downpours and reduces driver workload in variable weather conditions.
Check your windscreen for a small sensor unit, usually mounted near the top centre behind the glass or at the base of the mirror. Look for a small dark component or lens. If your vehicle has automatic wipers that activate without you toggling the stalk, you have a rain sensor. Ask your dealer or service centre to confirm; they can check your vehicle records or wiper module settings.
Rain sensors are non-structural elements and do not require recalibration after windscreen replacement. The sensor bracket or mounting may need careful removal and reinstallation to ensure it sits correctly behind the new glass. If the sensor itself is damaged during removal, a replacement unit may be needed. Your fitter will confirm the condition and refit or replace the sensor as part of the standard replacement procedure.
The Kia Magentis (2006–2009) is a mid-size saloon that brought Korean engineering to the executive segment, offering practical appeal with straightforward glass specification across its production run.
All variants carried a blue sun strip across the windscreen top — a factory feature that must be matched on replacement — and a green-tinted windscreen paired with green front side windows. Two-thirds of the range included heated windscreen and heated wiper rest area functions, reflecting optional comfort packs across the trim line.
Rain-sensing wipers appeared on select higher variants. This era predates Kia's ADAS systems, so windscreen replacement does not require camera calibration — a straightforward fit for fitters on the network.
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