Hyundai Cosmopolitan Red Pearl (V9R) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This is the definitive shade of the redesigned 2017 to 2019 Sonata. It is a mature, sophisticated red that leans into the darker wine and burgundy spectrum rather than the bright, loud reds found on sports cars. Because it was featured during a era of Hyundai's aggressive design updates, it often serves as the visual highlight of the car. Since your Sonata has likely spent several years fighting highway debris, you are probably dealing with those small, white-rimmed rock chips that stand out against such a deep backdrop. While this color is excellent at hiding light road dust, it relies on its depth to look right. When the finish is clean, it carries a heavy presence that makes the mid-sized sedan look significantly more expensive than it is.

Technical Details

This finish is a complex Pearl, which means it contains both metallic flakes and translucent pearl pigments. This creates a specific challenge: depth. If you apply the paint too thin, the repair will look flat and lack that signature glow. If you apply it too heavily in a single spot, the pigments can clump together and make the touch-up look darker than the rest of the door or hood. You are looking for a balance where the light catches the metallic particles without creating a thick "blob." Before you spray or dab Hyundai Cosmopolitan Red Pearl (check for code V9R), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to ensure those heavy pearl particles are fully suspended in the liquid.

Best Practices

You can find your paint code on the black manufacturer sticker located inside the driver's side door jamb, usually right on the B-pillar. Once you have confirmed the match, work in a cool garage or under the shade to keep the surface from getting too hot. Always test the color on the included card to see how the pearl lays down before moving to the car. If you are using a pen or brush, use very thin layers and allow plenty of drying time between them. For those using an aerosol, keep the container moving in steady passes to avoid "puddling" the metallic flakes. This layering approach is the only way to replicate the factory depth without leaving a visible dark mark where the repair was made.