Hyundai Santa-Cruz Touch Up Paint (12 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Hyundai really leaned into the "adventure" theme with the Santa Cruz, giving us 12 distinct colors that sound more like a hiking gear catalog than a paint list. From the earthy Sage Gray and Mojave Sand to the vibrant Intense Blue, they definitely went for it. Whether you're rocking the classic Atlas White or the moody Rockwood Green, this truck-let was designed to stand out in the trailhead parking lot.

What to Watch For

Here's the honest truth: the Santa Cruz is built for "adventure," but its paint can sometimes be a bit of a homebody. Owners often report that the clear coat is a little on the soft side, meaning the front hood and bumper are absolute magnets for rock chips. If you have the Atlas White or Ice White, keep an eye out for small flakes-it's a known quirk of modern white finishes. You can find your specific paint code on the driver's side door jamb; look for a black or white sticker labeled "PAINT" followed by a 2 or 3-character code (like NT2 for Hampton Gray).

Driveway Repair Tip

If you're touching up a pearl or metallic finish like Black Noir Pearl or Hampton Gray, your biggest hurdle is the "settle." Those tiny sparkles love to sink to the bottom of the bottle. Shake your touch-up pen or bottle for a full two minutes-long after your arm gets tired-to ensure the color is consistent. When you apply it, don't try to fill the whole chip in one go. Using the tip of a toothpick or a very light dab with the brush, build the paint up in thin layers. It requires a little patience, but it's much better than a giant glob that sticks out like a sore thumb.