Suzuki Kizashi Paint Info
The Color Breakdown
The Suzuki Kizashi was the car that proved Suzuki could do "sophisticated," and they brought a color palette to match. With 10 recorded colors, they didn't just stick to the basics. While we have the usual suspects like Star Silver Metallic and Super Black Pearl, they really went for it with deeper, moodier tones like Prussian Blue Metallic and the wine-soaked Claret Red Metallic. It's a lineup that says, "I'm a sports sedan, but I have a library card."
What to Watch For
Here's the honest truth: Suzuki's factory paint is a bit like a gourmet cracker-crisp, attractive, but famously thin. Kizashi owners often find that the clear coat is a little "soft," meaning it's a magnet for tiny road-rash chips, especially on those bold Ablaze Red hoods. You might also notice the paint on the alloy wheels wanting to make a break for it (peeling). Before you start, find your "DNA" code: check the metal plate on the firewall (the wall behind the engine) or look for a sticker on the driver's side door jamb.
Driveway Repair Tip
Since these colors are often packed with metallics and pearls, your touch-up bottle is basically a snow globe. Shake that bottle for at least two full minutes-long after your arm gets tired-to make sure the "sparkles" are actually in the paint and not stuck to the bottom. When you apply it, don't try to fill a chip in one go. If you drop a giant glob in there, it'll dry looking like a dark freckle. Instead, use the tip of the brush to dab in a tiny amount, let it dry for 20 minutes, and repeat until it's level. Patience is your best tool here!