How Much Does XPEL Ultimate Cost?

Last Updated on December 29, 2023
Written by CPA Alec Pow | Content Reviewed by Certified CFA CFA Alexander Popinker

XPEL is your source for the most advanced paint protection film, automotive window tint, architectural flat glass film, antimicrobial film, and more. It is a virtually invisible urethane film. it protects your vehicle’s paint from unsightly damage and maximizes its resale value. Some of its features include “self-healing”, smudge resistance, and superior optical clarity.

Often referred to as “PPF”, XPEL self-healing paint protection film is perfect for protecting high-impact areas. Keep your car paint safe from scratches with the ULTIMATE gloss.

How Much Does XPEL Ultimate Cost?

The amount of money you are going to spend for hiring a professional to install the coating on your car will greatly depend on factors such as your geographical location, the contractor you choose, what parts of your vehicle you want to be protected, and the make and model of your vehicle. The costs of XPEL Ultimate would start at around $550 if you choose to protect only a few parts of the car and go up to more than $4,200 to install XPEL Ultimate on the entire car.

In the table below you will find the average prices for installing XPEL Ultimate Plus coating for different parts of the car.

Average prices
Partial front end (includes a combination of parts like headlights, ,fog lights, mirrors, front bumper, fender, and up the hood) $1,000-$1,500
Full front (it will include the headlights, mirrors, front bumper, front fenders, as well as the entire hood and any other accessories) $2,000-$2,500
Full vehicle (the whole painted surface on the car will be included) $4,500-$9,000

Here you can find the costs paid by different people across the United States for having their cars coated with XPEL Ultimate.

Location Work Description Quote
Salt Lake City, UT A more complex job involving the area behind the rear wheel, mirrors, door pockets, front fenders, whole hood, and the full bumper. $2,420
Cleveland, OH All mirrors, half of the hood, and the bumper $759
Dallas, TX All mirrors, the whole front bumper, full fenders, and the whole hood $2,420
Houston, TX Lights, front bumper, mirrors, the side panel that leads to the doors, and the whole hood $2,640
Miami, FL Included the sill plates on the door jams, all inserts to open doors, the headlights, all mirrors, and even the lower part of the car’s hood $880
Orange County, CA Door sills, door inserts, headlights, and the front bumper $605
Nashville, TN All of the mirrors, rear bumper, partial hood, mirrors, headlamps and even the front bumper $1,320
York, PA Included the door handle wells, headlamps, side mirrors, quarter panels, bumper, and the full hood $1,870
Tampa, FL Door handles, door guards, front fenders, partial hood, and the front bumper $990
Atlanta, GA The side skirt, lights, mirrors, and bumper $825

According to a member of the online forum Tesla.com, you should budget anywhere between $5,100 and $9,500 for wrapping your entire vehicle, while another member on the same forum said that he was charged around $4,600 for coating the sensors and windows.

You might also like our articles on the cost of Paint Protection Film, Clear Bra, or Ceramic Coating for your car.

In order to get a more accurate estimation for your car and see how much would an installer charge to apply XPEL, you should visit the company’s official website and take 20% to 30% off their listed prices.

XPEL Ultimate Paint Protection Film overview

XPEL Ultimate InstallationXPEL is the world leader in protective films and the first in the industry to create the self-regenerating effect of heat-activated film. XPEL Ultimate is the most advanced paint protection film on the market. The entire Ultimate line is practically invisible and offers protection to vehicle paint with the self-healing effect.

Made from elastomeric polyurethane, the XPEL full protective film will self-heal minor scratches with the application of heat to the surface of the film.

This company prides itself on being among the only ones that use the most accurate PPF cropping software. DAP (Design Access Program) offers a safe, zero-risk installation solution, eliminating the need and dangers of manual cutting, also reducing installation times, and improving efficiency by 70%.

Advantages of XPEL Ultimate

Due to its optical clarity, the XPEL Ultimate protective body film offers the following benefits:

  • it will not dim the light of the headlights;
  • ensures 100% protection against weather conditions or in case of superficial scratches caused by other mechanical actions;
  • provides protection against rust – when you apply the protective film, the environment between it and the car body is dry and free from moisture, which will prevent the appearance of rust spots; however, if your car already has rust spots, it is best to remove them before applying the protective film;
  • resistance to chemical substances;
  • it will not change the color of the car.

The XPEL paint protection film has superior optical clarity and is very easy to maintain. When properly cared for, it provides a clear coat and a deep shine, just like freshly applied paint, for many years.

Important things about XPEL Paint Protection

Make sure you always visit the installer’s store before paying a deposit. So, you will be able to see some of their previous work and get more information about their experience. You can use the following website to find an XPEL-approved installer in your area.

The XPEL Ultimate Plus coating comes with a 10-year warranty against hazing, yellowing, discoloration, staining, swirl marks, peeling, and/or cracking. The company will replace it in case it fails and will also include the labor in the price.

It is recommended by XPEL to ask the installer to coat the edges where it is possible. Your car will get a cleaner look by having wrapped edges of the panel.

After your car has been protected with XPEL protective film, you can enjoy it knowing that maintaining the glossy appearance of the PPF is very simple. It is recommended not to wash the car for at least 48 hours after applying the PPF and not to use a strong jet at less than one meter in order not to risk peeling the edges.

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