What size rear wiper blade do I need?

Front and rear blades are different

• Length: the rear blade is far shorter than either front blade.
• Fitting: many rear arms take a blade with its own clip, so a front-style universal blade may not fit.
• Some cars take a complete rear arm and blade from the dealer rather than a separate blade.

How to check your car

1. Find your car in the table below.
2. If the size shows a range or two values, measure the rubber of your current rear blade.
3. Look at how the blade attaches to the arm before ordering, and buy a blade listed for your model.

Rear wiper size by car

From UK retailers' fit lists; each car's page lists its sources and where they disagree.

Where to buy

• Rear wiper blades on Amazon

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Frequently asked questions

Do front and rear wiper blades differ?

Yes: the rear blade is shorter and often uses a different fitting. Buy it as a separate part.

Can I fit a front blade on the rear?

Only if the length and the connector both match, which is rare. Use a blade listed for your car's rear arm.

How often should I change the rear blade?

When it smears or the rubber cracks. Rear blades sit in the sun and are used less, so they often harden before they wear.

Related answers

• Front and rear sizes for 45 UK cars
• Wiper blade connector types