Kia Fiery Red Tricoat (A3R) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Your Sportage wears this shade like a badge of aggression. It is a deep, saturated red that defined the look of Kia crossovers between 2017 and 2022. This is not a subtle color meant to blend into a parking lot; it was designed to catch the sun and highlight the curves of the bodywork. Because your car has likely spent a few years facing the elements, the red might have shifted slightly due to UV exposure, making a clean repair even more important to keep that bold aesthetic intact.

Technical Details

This finish is a true tricoat, which means it uses a layered approach to create depth. It relies on a solid base layer followed by a translucent mid-layer that gives the red its glowing, multi-dimensional quality. This depth makes it a high-reward color but a challenging one to match perfectly. The biggest risk here is layering; if you apply the paint too thick, the repair will look darker than the surrounding panel. If it stays too thin, the color will look shallow. You are aiming for a balance where the new paint builds up to meet the original depth.

Best Practices

You can find your paint code on a black sticker located on the driver's side door jamb. Before you dab or spray Kia Fiery Red Tricoat (check for code A3R), you must shake the container for at least sixty seconds to ensure the metallic particles and pigments are fully suspended. Since this is a layered finish, test the color on the included card first to see how many coats you need to reach a perfect match. Work in a Garage or a patch of Shade to keep the surface cool, and always keep the container moving to prevent the paint from pooling or sagging. Give each layer enough drying time so the finish sets flat and stays crisp.