Price by tier
Entry coatings (1–2 year durability) start around AED 1,499. Mid-tier coatings (roughly 5-year) typically run AED 3,000–5,000. Premium professional systems with up to 10-year durability run AED 7,000 and up.
Luxury and performance cars cost more across the board because they need more careful preparation and often more correction work before coating.
What the price should include
A coating is only as good as the prep beneath it. A proper job includes a decontamination wash and at least single-stage paint correction so the coating bonds to clean, corrected paint — not over swirls and bonded contaminants.
Most professional coatings require annual inspections to keep the warranty valid. Ask what is included: number of layers, paint correction stages, the brand and tier, and the maintenance schedule.
Why very cheap coatings rarely last
Sub-AED-900 'ceramic' deals are usually short-life entry products applied with minimal prep. They can look good for a few months, then degrade — especially under intense UAE UV.
Brands to know at the professional end include Ceramic Pro, Gtechniq, Gyeon, Feynlab and IGL. The brand and tier, plus the prep, are what you are really paying for.
FAQs
- How much does ceramic coating cost in the UAE?
- Roughly AED 1,499 for entry (1–2 year) coatings, AED 3,000–5,000 mid-tier (~5 year), and AED 7,000+ for premium 10-year professional systems. Prep quality and the brand drive the price.
- How long does ceramic coating last?
- From about 1–2 years for entry products up to 10 years for premium professional coatings — usually conditional on annual inspections and correct maintenance.
Prices are indicative AED ranges and vary by vehicle, condition and provider. Where regulations are mentioned, confirm the current rules with the RTA — this guide is general information, not legal or pricing advice.