Ceramic window tint is nano-ceramic film that rejects heat and blocks up to 98% of UV rays, with no signal interference and no metallic shine.
Want to see how it compares to carbon and dyed film, or which XPEL ceramic option fits your car? Call us or request a quote and we’ll walk you through it.
XPEL Fusion
Better paint protection
A permanent, chemically-bonded ceramic layer for your paint. Hydrophobic, glossy, and built to make washing your car easier for years.
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XPEL Fusion Plus
Best maximum protection
Our flagship coating, engineered to protect both paint and XPEL paint protection film with one molecular-bond application — for owners who want the highest level of chemical and environmental defense.
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Ceramic window tint is automotive film built with nano-ceramic particles instead of dye or metal. Those particles block heat and UV light without conducting electricity — which is why ceramic tint won’t interfere with GPS, Bluetooth, key fobs, or toll transponders the way older metallic films could.
It’s the top tier of window film for one simple reason: it does more with less. A ceramic film can hold a lighter, more legal-friendly shade and still outperform a darker dyed or carbon tint on heat rejection and UV protection. You’re not trading visibility for performance — you get both.
That’s also why it’s the film we install most often at Unlimited Auto Style. As a Certified XPEL Installer, we fit XPEL’s PRIME ceramic range on daily drivers, EVs, and performance cars across Highland Park and the North Shore — and it’s the option we’d choose for our own vehicles.
XPEL ceramic film being hand-fitted in our Highland Park shop.
Pricing below is for XPEL Prime ceramic film, installed at our Highland Park shop and serving the North Shore and Chicago. Every quote is personalized to your vehicle.
Prices updated August 2026| Package | XPEL XR | XPEL XR+Best |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Front Side Windows | from $200 | from $275 |
| Coupe & Convertible | from $380 | from $600 |
| 4-Door Sedan (Sides & Rear) | from $450 | from $650 |
| Big SUV | from $550 | from $800 |
Prices reflect ceramic film only and can vary by vehicle glass size, trim, and windshield strip requirements. Prices are subject to change — reach out for a personalized free quote before booking.
Highland Park, Illinois
Founder & Lead Installer
Chris founded Unlimited Auto Style in Highland Park and still performs the work himself. As an XPEL-certified installer specialising in paint protection film, ceramic coating and window tinting, he handles every vehicle personally, which is why customers consistently name him in their reviews.
Serving Highland Park, Highwood, Lake Forest, Deerfield, Winnetka and the wider North Shore.
Get directionsAnswers from our Highland Park installers on cost, legality, and what to expect from XPEL ceramic film.
Ceramic window tint costs between $200 and $800, depending on your vehicle and film choice. At Unlimited Auto Style, XPEL XR starts at $200 for 2 front windows, and XPEL XR+ starts at $275. A full sedan runs $450 to $650, and an SUV runs $550 to $800. We're a Certified XPEL Installer, so every quote matches your exact car, and every install is done to the same high standard. See the full price list above, or request a free quote.
Yes, ceramic tint is worth the extra cost for most drivers. It costs more than regular dyed film, but it blocks more heat, blocks more UV rays, and won't fade or bubble over time. It also comes with a lifetime warranty. Unlimited Auto Style has installed ceramic film across the North Shore for over 10 years, and we stand behind the quality of every job we do.
Yes, ceramic tint is legal in Illinois as long as it meets the state's darkness limits. Illinois law (625 ILCS 5/12-503) allows 35% VLT on the front, back, and rear windows of most cars. SUVs and vans can go darker — 50% on the front, and any darkness behind the driver. The windshield can only carry a strip of tint across the top 6 inches. As a Certified XPEL Installer, we check the legal limit for your car before we start, so you never have to guess.
This is general information, not legal advice. Always confirm current rules with the Illinois Secretary of State.
XPEL XR and XR Plus are both ceramic films, but XR Plus is the upgraded option. XR is a single layer of ceramic film that blocks heat and UV rays well, at a lower price. XR Plus uses more layers for even better heat rejection and a clearer look. Unlimited Auto Style installs both as a Certified XPEL Installer, and we'll help you pick the right one for your car. Read our full XPEL XR vs XR Plus comparison for more detail.
No, ceramic tint does not block GPS, Bluetooth, or cell signal. It's made without metal, so it won't interfere with your phone, radio, or toll pass the way older films could. This is one reason Unlimited Auto Style, a Certified XPEL Installer, recommends ceramic film for daily drivers and EVs alike.
Ceramic tint installation usually takes 1 to 4 hours. At Unlimited Auto Style, two front windows take about an hour, a full car takes 3–4 hours, and a windshield takes about 2 hours. We take our time on every install for a clean, bubble-free finish. Keep your windows rolled up for a few days after, so the film can fully cure.
Yes, every ceramic tint install from Unlimited Auto Style comes with a lifetime warranty. It covers any defect in the film or the install, so you're covered for as long as you own the car. We back this warranty with over 10 years of certified, high-quality work across Highland Park and the North Shore.
