Toyota Pulse Red (41G) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Your Yaris or Yaris iA carries a bit of a secret identity, and this color is the giveaway. Inherited from a collaboration with Mazda, this isn't the flat, rental-car red you see on most commuters. It is a high-energy, spirited shade that gave these subcompacts a premium feel during their run from 2017 to 2023. Because it was the primary color used in many launch campaigns, it has become the definitive look for this generation of Toyota's small-car lineup.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means it relies on tiny mica flakes to catch the light and create depth. Metallics are excellent for hiding small surface dust, but they require a steady hand during a repair. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, those flakes will settle unevenly and create dark, blotchy patches known as mottling. Since your car has likely seen a few years of road use, the original finish might be slightly weathered, so using light layers is the best way to help the new paint blend into the old.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Toyota Pulse Red (check for code 41G), you need to shake the container for at least sixty seconds to ensure the metallic particles are fully suspended. You can find this code on the black or silver manufacturer sticker inside your driver's side door jamb, typically listed next to the letters "C/TR." When you are ready to work in your garage or a patch of shade, test the color on the included card to get a feel for the flow and consistency. Keep your layers thin and allow for plenty of drying time between applications to prevent the paint from sagging or trapping the metallic flakes in a dark clump.