Kia Urban Gray Metallic (1U) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Since your Kia has been on the road since the late 2000s, this gray has likely seen its fair share of grocery runs and family trips. It was a signature choice for the Rondo and Sedona because it excels at hiding the road grime and dust that daily life throws at a vehicle. It is a solid, dependable mid-tone that feels more sophisticated than a plain silver, giving those early Kia models a grounded appearance that has aged remarkably well compared to the trendy, brighter colors of that era.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means it contains small reflective flakes that catch the light. While these flakes add depth, they also make the repair a bit more technical than a standard solid color. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the metallic particles can bunch up and create dark, blotchy areas. To get a consistent look, you need to ensure the flakes are distributed evenly across the surface. A metallic gray like this is helpful for blending because the sparkle helps distract the eye from the edges of the repair, provided you do not let the paint pool.

Best Practices

You can find your identification sticker on the driver's side door jamb. Before you spray or dab Kia Urban Gray Metallic (check for code 1U), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This step is vital to wake up those metallic flakes so they do not stay settled at the bottom of the container. Always test the color on the included card first to see how the fresh paint looks against your car's aged finish. When you start the work in your garage or the shade, keep the container moving to prevent the paint from loading up too thick in one area. Give the surface plenty of drying time between thin coats to ensure the finish stays level and the color remains uniform.