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Kia Optima windscreen replacement — booked online.
Instant quote across seven Kia Optima variants in under 60 seconds, fitted by approved fitters — booked in under two minutes.
Prices from £349 to £763
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Kia Optima windscreen price, by year
Pricing varies depending on the generation and equipment level of your Optima. Earlier models without ADAS cameras are generally more affordable, as they require no calibration after replacement.
Newer variants equipped with Kia DriveWise cameras carry higher replacement costs due to the static calibration required post-fitting. Additional features such as heated windscreens, solar control, and acoustic interlayers also influence the final price.
| Year | Price range | Variants | Quote |
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| 2022 | £417 — £417 | 1 variant | Price my 2022 |
| 2021 | £417 — £417 | 1 variant | Price my 2021 |
| 2020 | £417 — £763 | 2 variants | Price my 2020 |
| 2019 | £417 — £763 | 2 variants | Price my 2019 |
| 2018 | £417 — £763 | 2 variants | Price my 2018 |
| 2017 | £417 — £763 | 2 variants | Price my 2017 |
| 2016 | £417 — £763 | 2 variants | Price my 2016 |
| 2015 | £349 — £462 | 2 variants | Price my 2015 |
| 2014 | £349 — £462 | 2 variants | Price my 2014 |
| 2013 | £349 — £462 | 2 variants | Price my 2013 |
| 2012 | £349 — £462 | 2 variants | Price my 2012 |
| 2011 | £349 — £462 | 2 variants | Price my 2011 |
The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older Kia Optima models can still be booked.
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What to expect during your Kia Optima windscreen replacement
Booking your Kia Optima windscreen replacement is a straightforward, guided process.
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Start with our online quote tool — answer a few questions about your Optima's year and trim to identify your exact windscreen variant in under 60 seconds.
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Proceed to checkout and confirm your booking in under two minutes; you'll receive a confirmation email with your booking reference.
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Our parts-check team verifies your glass specification against your vehicle to ensure it matches your factory original, including any ADAS camera bracket, sun strip, or heated elements.
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A specialist from our network is matched to your job and contacts you to arrange the fitting date and location — typically mobile at your address, or at a workshop if calibration is needed.
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On the fitting day, the technician replaces your windscreen, transfers or installs any camera bracket, and if your Optima has DriveWise ADAS, performs the required static calibration indoors with diagnostic targets.
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Your fitter confirms the minimum drive-away time before you leave — typically within a few hours, depending on the adhesive product and ambient temperature.
Your replacement glass is covered by our two-year warranty against workmanship defects and glass quality issues.
Mobile fitting or workshop visit for your Optima?
Most Kia Optima windscreen replacements can be completed at your home or workplace as a mobile service. However, if your Optima is equipped with Kia DriveWise ADAS (indicated by the presence of a forward-facing camera behind the windscreen), the required static calibration must be performed indoors at a workshop using diagnostic targets and equipment.
In this case, the entire job — replacement and calibration — is scheduled at the workshop on the same day, ensuring the safety systems are correctly recalibrated before you drive away. Our network technicians will confirm the location and timing when your booking is matched.
We confirm the specific answer for your vehicle when you book.
What features does your Optima 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.
Green4
2011–2022On the Kia Optima: fitted on every one of the 4 windscreen variants we list; model years 2011–2022.
What it means
A subtle green tint in the glass that reduces glare and is nearly invisible to the eye — standard on most Optimas.
On your Kia Optima
Confirmed during the quote process; you may not notice the tint unless you compare it side-by-side with clear glass.
Vin Notch4
2011–2022On the Kia Optima: fitted on every one of the 4 windscreen variants we list; model years 2011–2022.
A printed VIN reference box along the bottom edge of your windscreen helps identify your vehicle's chassis number at a glance.
What it means
A VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) notch is a small printed or etched box positioned along the lower edge of the windscreen that displays your vehicle's chassis number. This reference marking is a manufacturing and administrative feature, allowing quick visual identification of the vehicle without needing to consult documents. It's particularly useful for service records, insurance claims, and vehicle registration purposes. The notch itself doesn't affect the structural integrity or safety performance of the glass.
How to tell
Look along the bottom edge of your windscreen — typically in one of the lower corners — for a small rectangular box containing printed digits or characters. If you're uncertain, check your vehicle's service handbook or ask your dealership or service centre to confirm whether your model includes this feature.
Replacement impact
When your windscreen is replaced, the new glass will retain the VIN notch printed or etched by the manufacturer. This is a standard feature on replacement windscreens for compatible vehicles and requires no additional work or adjustment. The notch does not affect glass fitting, cure time, or any post-replacement calibration procedures.
Blue Sun Strip3
2011–2020On the Kia Optima: fitted on 3 of the 4 windscreen variants we list (75%); model years 2011–2020.
What it means
A blue-tinted gradient band across the top of the windscreen that cuts glare from the sun without darkening your main field of view.
On your Kia Optima
Look at the top edge of your windscreen — you'll see a blue tint fade from darker at the very top to clear as it reaches the driving area; typical on many modern Optimas.
Defogging Detector3
2011–2022On the Kia Optima: fitted on 3 of the 4 windscreen variants we list (75%); model years 2011–2022.
A defogging detector automatically clears condensation from your windscreen, improving visibility in damp conditions.
What it means
A defogging detector is a sensor that monitors moisture levels on the windscreen and triggers the demister system automatically when condensation builds up. It improves driver visibility and safety in damp or cold weather by preventing manual intervention. The sensor typically sits near the rear-view mirror, positioned to sense moisture accumulation on the glass surface.
How to tell
Check your vehicle's handbook or ask your dealer's service centre whether your model includes an automatic defogging or moisture-sensing demister. Look near the rear-view mirror for a small sensor unit. Some vehicles display an indicator light or message on the dashboard when the system is active.
Replacement impact
The defogging detector does not affect windscreen replacement or require recalibration after fitting. The sensor itself remains in place and continues to function once the new windscreen is installed. No additional calibration, cure time, or specialist procedures are needed.
Rain Sensor3
2011–2022No calibration after replacementOn the Kia Optima: fitted on 3 of the 4 windscreen variants we list (75%); model years 2011–2022; no calibration after replacement.
What it means
An automatic wiper trigger that detects rain on the windscreen and activates the wipers without manual input.
On your Kia Optima
Check whether your Optima's wipers activate automatically in light rain; common on models from the mid-2010s onwards, confirmed during the quote.
Solar Control3
2011–2022On the Kia Optima: fitted on 3 of the 4 windscreen variants we list (75%); model years 2011–2022.
What it means
A coating that absorbs infrared rays from the sun, reducing cabin heat and glare — typically found on higher-specification or comfort-focused trims.
On your Kia Optima
More common on premium or higher-spec variants; confirmed during the quote.
Heated Wiper Rest Area2
2011–2022On the Kia Optima: fitted on 2 of the 4 windscreen variants we list (50%); model years 2011–2022.
What it means
A heated zone at the bottom of the windscreen that defrosts the wiper blades and base of the glass in winter conditions.
On your Kia Optima
Present on most current-generation Optimas; confirmed during the quote and typically paired with other heating features.
Dynamic Camera Calibration Process1
2016–2020Calibration varies by vehicleOn the Kia Optima: fitted on 1 of the 4 windscreen variants we list (25%); model years 2016–2020; calibration varies by vehicle.
Dynamic calibration uses road driving to recalibrate your camera after windscreen replacement.
What it means
Dynamic camera calibration is a procedure in which a technician drives the vehicle on marked roads at set speeds after the windscreen has been fitted and the adhesive has cured. During this drive, the forward-facing camera relearns its reference points — lane markings, road signs, road edges and surrounding traffic patterns — so it can resume accurate operation of camera-dependent safety and driver-assistance systems. This recalibration is necessary because any windscreen replacement, even with precision fitting, can introduce small shifts in the camera's optical alignment relative to the road.
How to tell
Check your vehicle's handbook or contact your dealer to confirm whether your car has a forward-facing camera system. If it does, ask the dealer whether your specific model requires dynamic (road-drive) or static (target-board) calibration after windscreen replacement. You can also ask your fitter — they will establish this when they look up your vehicle's specification.
Replacement impact
After your windscreen is fitted and the bonding has cured, a technician will drive the vehicle on marked roads at controlled speeds to allow the camera to relearn its environment. This extends the overall job duration beyond the glass-fitting time alone. Depending on your vehicle, calibration may be performed during the same visit or scheduled separately. We confirm the exact procedure and location (mobile or workshop) when we look up your specific vehicle.
Heated Windscreen1
2011–2015On the Kia Optima: fitted on 1 of the 4 windscreen variants we list (25%); model years 2011–2015.
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.
Mono Camera1
2016–2020Calibration varies by vehicleOn the Kia Optima: fitted on 1 of the 4 windscreen variants we list (25%); model years 2016–2020; calibration varies by vehicle.
What it means
A single forward-facing camera mounted behind the windscreen, used by Kia DriveWise ADAS to detect lane markings and approaching hazards.
On your Kia Optima
Look in the black trim area behind the rear-view mirror — a triangular shape indicates a camera; present on newer Optimas with ADAS safety packs, confirmed during the quote.
Static Camera Calibration Process1
2016–2020Static calibration requiredOn the Kia Optima: fitted on 1 of the 4 windscreen variants we list (25%); model years 2016–2020; static calibration required.
What it means
After windscreen replacement, the DriveWise camera is realigned indoors using printed calibration targets and diagnostic equipment to restore lane-keeping and collision-avoidance accuracy.
On your Kia Optima
Required only on Optimas with a forward-facing ADAS camera; the technician schedules this at a workshop as part of the replacement job.
About the Kia Optima
The Kia Optima has been in continuous production since 2011, evolving through multiple generations and becoming a fixture in the mid-size saloon market. Most variants carry a green-tinted windscreen as standard, while rain sensors are fitted to the vast majority of models to automate wiper activation in wet weather.
From the mid-2010s onwards, Optima windscreens began incorporating additional comfort and safety features — blue sun strips to reduce glare, heated wiper rest areas for defrosting, and on many variants, heated windscreens themselves. Solar-control glass, which absorbs infrared rays to keep the interior cooler, appears on select higher-spec models.
Modern Optimas equipped with Kia DriveWise ADAS technology feature a forward-facing camera mounted behind the windscreen for lane-departure warning and forward-collision avoidance. These camera-equipped variants require static calibration after windscreen replacement to ensure the safety systems function correctly.
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Frequently asked questions
The questions customers ask us most often.
You don't need to know. Our online widget asks a few quick questions — make, model, year, and a couple of feature details — to narrow the variant down. Once booked, our parts check team verifies the exact specification against your VIN before the job is dispatched.
Almost always, yes, where a forward-facing camera is fitted. The technicians in our network include ADAS-calibration-certified specialists — we confirm whether your job needs a workshop or can complete on your driveway when we book.
Your replacement glass matches your original factory specification — same size, features and trim fitment as the glass the car left the factory with. It's UK-approved for the road and typically supplied by tier-1 manufacturers like Pilkington, Saint-Gobain, and AGC.
OEM-branded glass (with the vehicle-maker logo) is available on request at a higher price.
Most windscreen replacements happen at your chosen location — home, office, or car park. Some jobs are better suited to a workshop — for example, windscreens with ADAS cameras needing static calibration, or where access to power, shelter, or controlled conditions makes the work safer indoors. We let you know when we confirm your booking.
Most windscreen replacements take 45–90 minutes of the technician's time. ADAS calibration extends the technician's time on the job, but cure time runs in parallel — so it doesn't usually delay when you can drive. Your technician will confirm exact timings on the day.
Most UK comprehensive policies include glass cover, typically with an excess of £75–£100. If your insurer is on our approved list, the specialist you're matched with bills them directly and you just pay the excess.
Otherwise you can pay UK Car Glass directly and claim back from your insurer — our all-inclusive price is often lower than the excess anyway, so paying direct can work out cheaper.
Two years on workmanship defects — water leaks, wind noise, bonding failures — from the date of replacement. If the specialist's work isn't right, we arrange to put it right under the warranty process.
Only newer Optimas equipped with Kia DriveWise ADAS have a forward-facing camera behind the windscreen. If your model has this feature, you'll see a triangular shape in the black trim area behind the rear-view mirror.
Our quote process identifies this during the parts check, and if calibration is needed, it's included in your booking and performed at a workshop after the glass is fitted.
The vast majority of Kia Optimas have a subtle green tint in the windscreen — it's nearly invisible to the eye but reduces glare and is standard factory specification. Some variants may feature a green sun strip (a tinted gradient at the top) in addition to the base green tint.
Your replacement glass will match your original factory specification, including the correct tint.
Yes, heated windscreens appear on many Optima variants, particularly from the mid-2010s onwards. A heated windscreen has thin wires embedded in the glass that warm up to defrost the surface quickly in winter.
If your Optima has this feature, it will be replicated in your replacement glass. Our parts check confirms whether your variant includes it.
Rain sensors are fitted to approximately 86% of Kia Optimas in our catalogue. If your original windscreen has a rain sensor (which triggers wipers automatically in wet weather), your replacement will include one too, matched to your factory specification.
The sensor itself is typically transferred from your old windscreen trim to the new one, or supplied as part of the replacement variant.