Nissan Ariya Touch Up Paint (16 OEM Colors)

The Color Breakdown

Nissan really went for it with the Ariya, giving us 22 different ways to look like we're driving a spaceship. From the mesmerizing Northern Lights that changes personality depending on the sun, to the bold Sunrise Copper, they've moved far beyond the "50 shades of grey" most EVs live in. Even the "standard" colors have a twist, with Boulder Gray Metallic and Mineral Black Pearl adding some serious depth. They've also embraced the two-tone lifestyle, so if you've got a black roof, you're officially part of the "floating roof" club.

What to Watch For

Before you start, pop open the driver's side door and look at the B-pillar (the door jamb) for a silver sticker. You'll see a three-letter/number code next to "COLOR." If your Ariya has a different colored roof, you might see two codes listed-just make sure you're using the one that matches the part of the car you're fixing!

The reality check: Nissan paint is notoriously "soft." Because the Ariya has such a large, smooth front face without a traditional grille, it acts like a giant catcher's mitt for road pebbles. You're likely here because of a few tiny white pockmarks on the hood. Don't worry, it's not a defect; it's just the price of having a car with such a clean, aerodynamic forehead.

Driveway Repair Tip

Since so many of these colors-especially the White Tricoat and Dynamic Sunstone Red-are pearls or tricoats, they require a little extra rhythm. Shake your touch-up bottle for at least 60 seconds before opening it. Those tiny metallic flakes like to settle at the bottom, and you want them floating around for that factory sparkle.

When you apply the paint, think "less is more." Use the very tip of the brush or pen to drop a tiny amount of paint into the center of the chip and let it flow out to the edges. If the chip is deep, it's better to do two paper-thin layers with 20 minutes of drying time in between than one big, gloopy "mountain" of paint. Patience is your best friend here!