Renault Atacama Orange (EPY) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This is not a color for drivers who want to disappear into the background. It is a high-energy, sun-soaked metallic that Renault used to define its modern SUV identity, and it carries a deep, warm glow that highlights the body lines of the car. Since this shade is a favorite for daily drivers like the Captur and Arkana, your car has likely faced its fair share of highway gravel. The richness of the orange does a decent job of hiding light dust, but once the surface is chipped, the dark primer underneath is very visible. A quick fix now prevents that contrast from drawing the eye for all the wrong reasons.

Technical Details

This finish relies on a heavy load of metallic flakes to catch the light. Metallics can be temperamental because those tiny flakes like to group together, creating dark patches or stripes if the paint is applied too heavily. This is often caused by inconsistent movement or poor mixing. If you don't keep the flakes suspended, the repair will look like a different shade even if the pigment is a perfect match. To get that factory glow back, you need to focus on thin, even layers rather than trying to cover the damage in one go.

Best Practices

Locate your paint information on the sticker attached to the passenger or driver side door pillar; it is typically an oval-shaped label. Before you spray or dab Renault Atacama Orange (check for code EPY), you need to shake it for at least sixty seconds to get the metallic particles moving. Test the color on the included card in the shade or your garage to get a feel for the flow of the nozzle or brush. When you start the repair, keep the container moving at a steady pace to ensure the flakes lay down flat. Allow for plenty of drying time between layers, and remember that several light coats will preserve the depth of the metallic better than a single heavy application.