Toyota Prius v Paint Info
The Color Breakdown
Toyota really leaned into the "efficient yet stylish" vibe for the Prius V, recording a total of 26 colors over its run. They gave us everything from the classic Super White 2 to the surprisingly poetic Blackish Ageha Metallic (which, for the record, looks like a deep, dark forest at midnight). Whether you're rocking the fiery Barcelona Red Mica or the serene Frosty Green Pearl, Toyota's palette proves that "hybrid" doesn't have to mean "boring."
What to Watch For
Here's the honest truth: Toyota's paint from this era is a bit like a sensitive soul-it feels everything. The clear coat is famously soft, which means that flat, sloping hood is basically a magnet for rock chips. If you own a Blizzard Pearl or Super White model, you might have noticed the paint acting a bit shy and peeling away from the metal near the windshield or door edges. This was actually such a common "un-planned feature" that Toyota even opened a support program for it.
To get started, you'll find your paint code on the driver's side door jamb. Look for a silver or black sticker with the letters "C/TR" (Color/Trim). The three-digit code right after the "C" (like 070 or 1G3) is your golden ticket to the right bottle.
Driveway Repair Tip
Since many Prius V colors-especially those fancy "Tricoats" like Blizzard Pearl or Hypersonic Red-rely on heavy doses of metallic and pearl flakes, you have to wake them up. Don't just give the bottle a polite wiggle; shake that touch-up pen or jar for a solid 60 seconds until you hear the mixing ball rattling like a maraca.
When applying, remember that thin is king. Instead of trying to fill a chip with one giant "blob" of paint, apply two or three paper-thin layers, waiting about 15 minutes between each. These multi-stage colors require patience to get that factory glow, but taking it slow ensures your repair stays flush with the rest of the car instead of looking like a tiny colorful mountain on your hood.