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Smart windscreen replacement booked online in under two minutes — matched to your exact variant and fitted by approved fitters across the UK.
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Price variation across Smart variants depends on generation, glass features, and whether front-camera ADAS systems are present. Earlier models without cameras or sensors are typically more affordable to replace, while later models with rain-sensing, solar-control, or camera-equipped windscreens carry different calibration requirements.
Camera-equipped variants may need static calibration after replacement, which affects technician time and venue choice.
| Year | Price range | Variants | Quote |
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| 2024 | £624 — £624 | 1 variant | Price my 2024 |
| 2023 | £624 — £624 | 1 variant | Price my 2023 |
| 2022 | £624 — £624 | 1 variant | Price my 2022 |
| 2021 | £624 — £624 | 1 variant | Price my 2021 |
| 2020 | £624 — £624 | 1 variant | Price my 2020 |
| 2019 | £624 — £624 | 1 variant | Price my 2019 |
| 2018 | £624 — £624 | 1 variant | Price my 2018 |
| 2017 | £624 — £624 | 1 variant | Price my 2017 |
| 2016 | £624 — £624 | 1 variant | Price my 2016 |
| 2007 | £353 — £353 | 1 variant | Price my 2007 |
| 2006 | £353 — £353 | 1 variant | Price my 2006 |
| 2005 | £353 — £353 | 1 variant | Price my 2005 |
| 2004 | £353 — £353 | 1 variant | Price my 2004 |
| 2003 | £353 — £353 | 1 variant | Price my 2003 |
| 2002 | £353 — £353 | 1 variant | Price my 2002 |
| 2001 | £353 — £353 | 1 variant | Price my 2001 |
| 2000 | £353 — £353 | 1 variant | Price my 2000 |
| 1999 | £353 — £353 | 1 variant | Price my 1999 |
| 1998 | £353 — £353 | 1 variant | Price my 1998 |
The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older Smarts can still be booked.
Curious why prices vary so widely? Read our UK windscreen replacement cost guide .
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Booking your Smart windscreen replacement through UKCG takes minutes, and the process is straightforward from quote to fitting.
Start with our online quote tool — answer a few quick questions about your Smart's year and features to generate an instant quote.
Review the quote and proceed to checkout to book your fitting at a time that suits you.
Our parts-check team verifies the exact windscreen variant for your car, confirming all features (green tint, solar control, camera brackets, rain sensor) match your factory spec.
You're matched with an approved fitter near you. Most Smart windscreen replacements happen at your home address.
On fitting day, your technician removes the old glass, preps the frame, and bonds your replacement windscreen using UK-approved adhesive.
If your model includes a front camera, static calibration is completed while the adhesive sets — your fitter confirms the drive-away time before you leave.
You receive a two-year warranty covering workmanship and glass quality.
From booking to fitting, UKCG handles the coordination so you focus on getting back on the road safely.
Most Smart windscreen replacements are fitted at your home address via mobile appointment — your fitter arrives with all the tools and glass needed.
If your Smart includes a front-camera driver-assistance system, static calibration is performed after the glass is bonded, typically at the fitting location. This doesn't extend drive-away time because calibration runs in parallel with adhesive cure. Your technician confirms the exact drive-away time before you leave.
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.
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.
Solar control glass absorbs infrared rays to reduce heat and improve cabin comfort.
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.
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.
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.
A camera mounted near the rear-view mirror monitors the road ahead for lane-keep and traffic-sign features.
A forward-facing camera positioned in the windscreen header area (typically mounted on or near the rear-view mirror bracket) captures video of the road ahead. This camera feeds data to driver-assistance systems such as lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, autonomous emergency braking, and traffic-sign recognition. The camera is a core component of modern ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) and requires precise alignment after windscreen replacement to ensure these safety features function correctly.
Look for a small dark triangular or lens-shaped component mounted in the black plastic trim area above the windscreen, typically centred near the rear-view mirror or slightly to one side. Your vehicle's handbook or infotainment menu may reference 'Lane Assist', 'Traffic Sign Recognition', or 'Autonomous Emergency Braking'. Ask your dealer or service centre directly if your car is equipped with a forward-facing camera system.
Windscreen replacement on camera-equipped vehicles requires calibration of the camera system after the new glass is fitted. The exact calibration procedure—whether static (using a target board in a controlled environment) or dynamic (road-based)—varies by vehicle make, model, and year. We confirm the precise calibration requirement when we look up your specific vehicle. Calibration ensures lane-keep, sign recognition, and emergency-braking systems function safely. This may extend the fitting schedule and may necessitate workshop-based fitting rather than mobile attendance.
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.
A printed VIN reference box along the bottom edge of your windscreen helps identify your vehicle's chassis number at a glance.
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.
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.
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.
Smart has produced compact city cars since 1998, evolving through multiple generations of lightweight, urban-focused vehicles. Modern Smart models feature windscreens with green-tinted glass and solar-control coatings as standard, helping manage cabin temperature and glare in town driving.
Some later variants include rain sensors for automatic wiper activation and front cameras integrated into the windscreen frame, particularly as driver assistance features became more common. VIN notches also appear on some models, marking the chassis number along the lower edge of the glass.
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