XPEL ULTIMATE PLUS is generally considered the benchmark in the PPF category. The combination of self-healing TPU, DAP pre-cut templates, and a 10-year transferable warranty justifies the price for most owners of new or near-new vehicles, especially trucks, EVs, and exotics that live outside.

How long does the XPEL warranty last?

10 years from the install date for ULTIMATE PLUS and STEALTH. The warranty is transferable to a second owner and covers both the film and the labor to remove and replace it if it fails.

How much does an XPEL full-front PPF install cost?

Full-front coverage (hood, fenders, front bumper, side mirrors, headlights) typically runs $1,500 to $2,800 depending on vehicle size, body lines, and the specific Authorized Dealer. Full-vehicle coverage typically runs $5,000 to $9,000+.

Where can I find an XPEL installer near me?

Use the location filter below to browse XPEL Authorized Dealers by state and city. Every shop on this page is verified directly through XPEL's public dealer locator.

What's the difference between XPEL and SunTek?

Both use self-healing TPU film. XPEL ULTIMATE PLUS has a 10-year warranty and proprietary DAP cutting software (no hand-trimming on paint); SunTek Reaction has a 12-year warranty and uses installer-purchased pattern software. XPEL has the larger US dealer network; SunTek installs typically run 5-15% cheaper for the same coverage.

Yes. The TPU topcoat in ULTIMATE PLUS and STEALTH returns to a smooth finish after light swirl marks and surface scratches when exposed to heat (sunlight or warm water).

PPF Brand

XPEL

981 Certified Installers10 yearsDAP Design Access Program, Self-Healing TPU

About XPEL

Founded in San Antonio, Texas in 1997, XPEL is the largest paint protection film manufacturer in North America and a publicly traded company (NASDAQ: XPEL). The brand built its reputation on the Design Access Program (DAP), proprietary cutting software that gives every Authorized Dealer pre-cut templates for virtually every vehicle on the road, eliminating the need for hand-trimming on the paint.

XPEL's flagship film, ULTIMATE PLUS, is the most recognized PPF product in the industry. It uses a self-healing TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane) topcoat that returns to a smooth finish after light scratches when warmed by sunlight or hot water. XPEL has expanded into ceramic coatings (FUSION PLUS) and architectural / automotive window film (PRIME XR PLUS) under the same Authorized Dealer network.

XPEL does not run a tiered dealer program — installers are either Authorized Dealers or they are not. Every Authorized Dealer has access to DAP, factory training, and the same 10-year warranty backing.

XPEL Warranty

Duration

10 years

Transferable

Yes

Technology

Self-healing TPU film with proprietary DAP cutting software

What's covered

XPEL covers ULTIMATE PLUS and STEALTH against yellowing, cracking, peeling, bubbling and delamination for 10 years from the install date. Coverage includes both the film and the labor to remove and replace it.

Common voiding conditions

•Damage from collision, vandalism or impact
•Improper hand car-wash chemicals or abrasive automatic washes
•Removal and re-installation by a non-Authorized Dealer
•Use on a non-OEM repainted panel without manufacturer approval

Official XPEL warranty page

XPEL Products

ULTIMATE PLUS

The flagship clear PPF. Self-healing topcoat, optical clarity, 10-year warranty against yellowing, cracking, peeling and bubbling.

STEALTH

Matte-finish PPF that converts gloss paint to a satin look while still protecting against rock chips and stains.

FUSION PLUS

XPEL's SiO2 ceramic coating line. Available in formulations for paint, wheels, plastic trim, glass, and PPF itself.

PRIME XR PLUS

Nano-ceramic automotive window film with high IR (infrared heat) rejection and a lifetime warranty.

Certification Levels

XPEL runs the following certified-installer tiers. Higher tiers typically carry stronger warranty backing and exclusive product access.

Authorized Dealer

XPEL operates a single-tier program. Every shop in our directory listed as XPEL Authorized has access to DAP cutting software, factory training, and is covered by the standard XPEL warranty.

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SoCal Vinyl LLC

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Anaheim, CA