Kia Rio Windshield Replacement Cost

Windshield replacement for a Kia Rio was quoted at $214–$440 in Auto Glass Estimator’s 7 most recent quotes (September 2026). A 2012 Kia Rio 4 Door Sedan drew the top quote ($440) and a 2010 Kia Rio 4 Door Sedan the lowest ($214). On Kia Drive Wise-equipped cars the windshield camera must be recalibrated after replacement, which pushes newer Rio models up the range. Updated September 2026.

Kia Rio windshield replacement cost by model year

Model-year averages run $213 to $343: 2003–2009 average $249, 2010–2019 average $289, 2020–2023 average $320.

Average of Auto Glass Estimator quotes by model year (2003–2023). Table updated September 2026.

Year	Average Price
2023	$340.37
2022	$324.95
2021	$306.27
2020	$306.57
2019	$342.59
2018	$323.15
2017	$287.81
2016	$291.91
2015	$289.72
2014	$314.73
2013	$276.48
2011	$229.83
2010	$244.82
2009	$226.45
2008	$212.53
2007	$241.55
2006	$258.37
2004	$249.38
2003	$308.25

What changes the price for a Kia Rio

• Windshield-mounted camera. On the Rio, Kia Drive Wise uses a forward camera mounted behind the rearview mirror; Kia’s glass replacement requirements call for the forward camera to be calibrated after windshield replacement.
• Model year. In our data the 2003–2009 Rio models average $249 while 2018–2023 cars average $324.
• Separate calibration fee. If your Rio has a windshield camera, the recalibration is a line of its own; this guide gives typical prices.

Recent Kia Rio windshield replacement estimates

Kia Rio: repair or replace?

A chip smaller than a quarter or a crack shorter than about three inches can usually be repaired — faster and far cheaper than a full replacement. Replacement is the safer choice when the damage is longer than a dollar bill, sits in the driver’s line of sight, reaches the edge of the glass (which weakens the whole windshield), or goes through both layers. A qualified shop can confirm which option your Kia Rio qualifies for.

Does insurance cover a Kia Rio windshield?

Whether insurance covers your Kia Rio windshield depends on your comprehensive coverage and deductible. A few states require insurers to waive the glass deductible entirely, and some insurers waive it for small chip repairs. See our guides to states with zero deductible for comprehensive glass claims and states with glass endorsement coverage to check the rules in your state.

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