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Malcolm W.
V70 ownerVerified on Trustpilot3 Jul 2024
Volvo V70
Customer Response
Very pleased with the order service and installation. Excellent work. Old windscreen removed and new installed within 20 minutes
Volvo V70 windscreen replacement — booked online.
Instant quote across 21 Volvo V70 variants spanning two decades, fitted by approved fitters — booked in under two minutes.
Prices from £326 to £1,235
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Volvo V70 windscreen price, by year
Replacement costs vary significantly across the V70's two-decade production run. Early 1990s and 2000s models with basic laminated glass and rain sensors are typically the most affordable, while later variants with acoustic interlayers, green tints, and encapsulation carry moderate uplifts.
Models equipped with forward-facing cameras and ADAS calibration requirements attract higher costs due to the additional technician time and workshop environment needed for safe recalibration after fitting.
| Year | Price range | Variants | Quote |
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| 2016 | £326 — £1,235 | 9 variants | Price my 2016 |
| 2015 | £326 — £1,235 | 9 variants | Price my 2015 |
| 2014 | £326 — £1,235 | 9 variants | Price my 2014 |
| 2013 | £326 — £1,235 | 9 variants | Price my 2013 |
| 2012 | £326 — £1,235 | 10 variants | Price my 2012 |
| 2011 | £326 — £1,044 | 7 variants | Price my 2011 |
| 2010 | £326 — £1,044 | 4 variants | Price my 2010 |
| 2009 | £326 — £1,044 | 6 variants | Price my 2009 |
| 2008 | £326 — £576 | 3 variants | Price my 2008 |
| 2007 | £366 — £412 | 2 variants | Price my 2007 |
| 2006 | £366 — £412 | 2 variants | Price my 2006 |
| 2005 | £366 — £412 | 2 variants | Price my 2005 |
| 2004 | £366 — £412 | 2 variants | Price my 2004 |
| 2003 | £366 — £412 | 2 variants | Price my 2003 |
| 2002 | £366 — £412 | 2 variants | Price my 2002 |
| 2001 | £366 — £412 | 2 variants | Price my 2001 |
| 2000 | £366 — £412 | 2 variants | Price my 2000 |
The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older V70s can still be booked.
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What to expect during your Volvo V70 windscreen replacement
Booking your V70 windscreen replacement is straightforward and takes just a couple of minutes online.
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Answer a short quiz about your V70's year, trim, and features — the system identifies your exact windscreen variant in under 60 seconds.
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Receive an instant quote and choose your preferred fitting date and location (mobile at home or a workshop near you).
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Our parts team performs a final confirmation check to ensure the correct glass is sourced for your specific model.
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A technician from our network arrives on your chosen date, typically completing a non-ADAS windscreen fit in around 45–90 minutes of active work.
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If your V70 carries a forward-facing camera for lane assistance or collision avoidance, the fit takes longer and is scheduled at a workshop so static calibration can be completed after the adhesive sets.
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Your fitter confirms the minimum drive-away time before leaving — calibration runs in parallel with adhesive cure, so it doesn't delay when you can drive away.
Every replacement is backed by a two-year warranty covering workmanship and glass quality, and you'll have a direct contact at UKCG if you have any questions afterwards.
Mobile fitting or workshop visit for your V70?
Most V70 windscreen replacements can be carried out at your home or workplace on a mobile basis. However, if your V70 is equipped with a forward-facing camera (around one in five of our catalogue variants), the replacement must be scheduled at a workshop so that static camera calibration can be completed after the glass is set and the adhesive has begun to cure.
This is a safety-critical step that ensures your lane-keeping and collision-avoidance systems recalibrate correctly. Your technician will identify whether calibration is needed during the quote, and the entire job — replacement and calibration — will take place at one location to ensure accountability.
We confirm the specific answer for your vehicle when you book.
What features does your V70 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.
Green13
2000–2016On the Volvo V70: fitted on 13 of the 15 windscreen variants we list (87%); model years 2000–2016.
What it means
Most modern windscreens carry a subtle green tint (hard to see in daylight) that reduces solar heat and UV penetration.
On your Volvo V70
Confirmed during your quote — all later V70 models from the early 2000s onwards typically feature this tint as standard.
Vin Notch13
2008–2016On the Volvo V70: fitted on 13 of the 15 windscreen variants we list (87%); model years 2008–2016.
What it means
A small box printed at the bottom edge of the windscreen displaying your vehicle's chassis number (VIN) for identification.
On your Volvo V70
Most V70 windscreens carry this feature — it's standard fitment across the model's generations.
Acoustic (Noise reduction)10
2009–2016On the Volvo V70: fitted on 10 of the 15 windscreen variants we list (67%); model years 2009–2016.
What it means
A sound-dampening interlayer reduces road noise and wind roar, improving cabin quietness — especially noticeable at motorway speeds.
On your Volvo V70
Look for the word 'Acoustic' or 'SoundScreen' printed in one of the four corners of your current windscreen, or confirmed in your quote details.
Rain Sensor10
2000–2016No calibration after replacementOn the Volvo V70: fitted on 10 of the 15 windscreen variants we list (67%); model years 2000–2016; no calibration after replacement.
What it means
Wipers activate automatically when rain is detected, without the driver having to switch them on manually.
On your Volvo V70
If your V70 was built from the mid-2000s onwards, rain sensor is very likely present — confirmed when we match your variant.
LIDAR7
2011–2016Bespoke calibrationOn the Volvo V70: fitted on 7 of the 15 windscreen variants we list (47%); model years 2011–2016; bespoke calibration.
What it means
A laser-based sensor that assists advanced driver assistance systems — typically found on newer models with enhanced safety packages.
On your Volvo V70
Confirmed during the quote process if your V70 variant carries this sensor; usually integrated with other ADAS equipment on 2010s+ models.
Blue Sun Strip4
2000–2011On the Volvo V70: fitted on 4 of the 15 windscreen variants we list (27%); model years 2000–2011.
A blue-tinted gradient band across the top of your windscreen that reduces glare without affecting your view of the road.
What it means
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.
How to tell
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.
Replacement impact
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.
Solar Control4
2000–2016On the Volvo V70: fitted on 4 of the 15 windscreen variants we list (27%); model years 2000–2016.
Solar 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.
Bracket For Safety Features3
2009–2016Calibration varies by vehicleOn the Volvo V70: fitted on 3 of the 15 windscreen variants we list (20%); model years 2009–2016; calibration varies by vehicle.
The moulded trim that surrounds your camera and sensor cluster at the top of the windscreen, typically transferred or supplied with replacement glass.
What it means
A bracket for safety features is the moulded plastic or composite shroud that sits at the top of the windscreen, framing and protecting the camera and sensor cluster mounted behind the rear-view mirror. This trim cover houses forward-facing driver-assistance cameras and sensors — equipment that monitors the road ahead for lane-keeping, collision warning, adaptive cruise control, and similar safety functions. The bracket itself is part of the vehicle's structural frame, but the trim cover you see is what protects and aesthetically integrates the technology into the windscreen area.
How to tell
Look at the top centre of your windscreen, just above or around the rear-view mirror. If you see a dark moulded shroud or trim panel — often rectangular or tapered — with a visible lens or sensor window, your vehicle has a bracket for safety features. Your service history or handbook will list any ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) technologies fitted. Ask your dealer or service centre if your vehicle has forward-facing cameras or sensors; if it does, you have a bracket for safety features.
Replacement impact
On windscreen replacement, the trim cover is typically transferred from your old glass to the new one, or supplied pre-integrated with the replacement depending on the variant. This means minimal disruption to your safety system during the swap. However, if the bracket requires recalibration after glass replacement — which depends on your specific vehicle and camera type — the job may require static calibration (using a target board) or dynamic calibration (a road drive). We confirm the exact calibration procedure when we look up your vehicle.
Camera3
2009–2016Calibration varies by vehicleOn the Volvo V70: fitted on 3 of the 15 windscreen variants we list (20%); model years 2009–2016; calibration varies by vehicle.
What it means
A forward-facing mono camera mounted behind the windscreen, part of Volvo's IntelliSafe safety suite for lane-keeping and collision avoidance.
On your Volvo V70
Look for a triangular camera lens visible in the black-printed area near the top centre of the windscreen, just below the interior mirror. Only present on later V70 models from approximately 2014–2015 onwards.
Dynamic Camera Calibration Process3
2009–2016Calibration varies by vehicleOn the Volvo V70: fitted on 3 of the 15 windscreen variants we list (20%); model years 2009–2016; 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.
Mono Camera3
2009–2016Calibration varies by vehicleOn the Volvo V70: fitted on 3 of the 15 windscreen variants we list (20%); model years 2009–2016; calibration varies by vehicle.
A single camera mounted near the rear-view mirror that helps with lane-keeping and collision avoidance.
What it means
A mono camera is a single-lens camera positioned behind the windscreen, typically in the upper centre area near the rear-view mirror. It captures the road ahead and uses computer vision to detect lane markings, vehicles, and road hazards. The camera feeds data to driver-assistance systems such as lane-keeping assist, lane-departure warning, and forward-collision warning. It forms the visual foundation of these safety features, allowing the vehicle to monitor road position and surrounding traffic automatically.
How to tell
Look in the black trim area above the windscreen, centred behind the rear-view mirror — you will see a small triangular lens assembly or dark lens cover. Check your vehicle handbook or ask your dealer's service department to confirm your model has lane-assistance or collision-warning features; vehicles with these systems almost always have a mono camera. Dashboard warning symbols related to lane or collision systems also indicate the presence of this camera.
Replacement impact
When the windscreen is replaced, the camera bracket and lens assembly must be removed and carefully repositioned on the new glass. The camera may require calibration after fitting to ensure accurate road detection and lane recognition. Calibration needs vary by vehicle — we confirm the exact procedure when we look up your specific vehicle. The job may take longer than a standard windscreen replacement, and workshop facilities may be required if calibration demands a controlled environment.
Sensor Heated Zone3
2009–2016Calibration varies by vehicleOn the Volvo V70: fitted on 3 of the 15 windscreen variants we list (20%); model years 2009–2016; calibration varies by vehicle.
Heated zones around sensors prevent frost and moisture buildup, helping your safety systems work reliably.
What it means
A sensor heated zone is an electrical heating element integrated into or around camera, radar, or sensor mounts on the windscreen. Its purpose is to prevent frost, ice, condensation, and moisture accumulation on sensor lenses and housings. This keeps safety systems — such as lane-keeping assist, collision warning, and adaptive cruise control — functioning accurately in cold, wet, or foggy conditions. Without this heating, moisture or ice can obscure sensors and cause them to malfunction or deactivate.
How to tell
Check your vehicle's handbook for mention of 'heated sensor zone' or 'sensor heating' in the windscreen or ADAS section. Look at the top edge of your windscreen where cameras or radar modules are mounted — you may see small heating elements or wiring near these components. Ask your dealership or service centre directly: they can confirm whether your specific model includes sensor heating as standard.
Replacement impact
Windscreens with heated sensor zones require careful handling during replacement to preserve the heating element and its electrical connections. The heating circuit must be reconnected properly after the new glass is fitted. Depending on the vehicle, this may involve static or dynamic camera calibration after installation. We confirm the exact procedure — including any calibration needs — when we look up your vehicle details.
Clear2
2008–2011Calibration varies by vehicleOn the Volvo V70: fitted on 2 of the 15 windscreen variants we list (13%); model years 2008–2011; 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. If your vehicle has ADAS features (forward-facing camera or radar), calibration may be required after replacement depending on your specific vehicle; we confirm this when we look up your car details.
Coating2
2008–2011On the Volvo V70: fitted on 2 of the 15 windscreen variants we list (13%); model years 2008–2011.
Coated windscreens have a blue or purple tint and protect your car from UV rays and heat.
What it means
A coated windscreen has a special protective layer applied to the glass that appears as a blue or purple tint and often reflects a silvery-blue colour in bright sunlight. This coating is designed to reduce the amount of ultraviolet (UV) radiation and solar heat that enters the vehicle, helping to keep the interior cooler and protecting upholstery and dashboard components from UV damage and fading. The coating is integral to the glass and doesn't require any special maintenance from you.
How to tell
Look at your windscreen in bright daylight — a coated windscreen will show a distinct blue or purple tint and a silvery-blue reflection when the sun hits it directly. Check your vehicle's service booklet or window sticker (usually on the driver's door jamb), which may list the glass specification. Alternatively, ask your dealership or service centre to confirm whether your windscreen carries a UV or heat-rejection coating.
Replacement impact
When replacing a coated windscreen, the replacement glass must match the original specification — including the coating type and tint level — to maintain the same UV and heat protection and to preserve the vehicle's interior aesthetics. Original-equipment or equivalent aftermarket coated glass is sourced to specification. The coating is applied during glass manufacture; no post-fit treatment is required. Fitting and cure times are unaffected by the presence of the coating.
Heated Windscreen2
2012–2016On the Volvo V70: fitted on 2 of the 15 windscreen variants we list (13%); model years 2012–2016.
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 Volvo V70
The Volvo V70 has been in production since 1997, evolving through multiple generations as one of Europe's most enduring executive estates. Early models featured straightforward laminated windscreens with minimal tinting and no driver-assistance sensors.
From the 2000s onwards, windscreens gained green tints, rain sensors, and acoustic interlayers as standard on many variants — reducing road noise and automating wiper activation. Encapsulated trim, where the rubber gasket is bonded directly to the glass at the factory, became more common across later generations.
From around 2014–2015, newer V70 models began incorporating forward-facing cameras as part of Volvo's IntelliSafe safety suite, introducing camera brackets and silkscreen modifications behind the windscreen. Roughly one-fifth of V70 variants in our catalogue carry ADAS camera systems, which require static calibration after replacement.
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