Arctic Grey

Arctic Grey is a dark, composed blue-grey solid with a cool, almost slate-like quality — at #516174 it reads as a dark, muted blue-grey that sits between gunmetal and navy without committing to either. Despite the name suggesting paleness, this is a deep, serious grey. Code M7K debuted as the hero color for the Cayenne Turbo GT launch in 2021, marking its first major public appearance as a near-black alternative to traditional sports greys. It subsequently appeared as a GT4 RS color and became available as a standard color from 2022. Three documented community examples reflect its status as a relatively recent and still-rare color.

Lighting & Paint Reference

Direct sun#607d97

Overcast#516174

Shade#353d47

Golden hour#6f7586

Non-metallic solids appear consistent in color under different lighting, but perceived brightness changes significantly. The image above simulates how this color appears in different environments. HEX values are only digital approximations.

Manufacturer sample

Simulated mirror gradient

Hex #516174

Digital approximation only

Model availability (3)

Code history (3)

Understanding Porsche paint codes

Format	Example	Era	Notes
4-digit number	6082	1950s–60s	1950s–60s original numbering system. No prefix required.
3-digit alphanumeric	80K	1970s to present	Most common format. The L prefix on the sticker is interchangeable — you can enter it with or without the L.
L + 3 digits	L700	1970s to present	The L prefix is interchangeable — L700 and 700 return the same result.
M + 2 digits	M50	2010s to present	Modern metallic, pearl, and special-effect paint format. Note: O is not zero.
2–3 digits + letter	39Z	1990s–2000s	Used in the 993 and 996 eras. The L prefix on the sticker is optional.
3-digit new code	2BS	2020s to present	Latest-generation code, used for the 992 era and Taycan colors.

6082 4-digit number 1950s–60s

1950s–60s original numbering system. No prefix required.

80K 3-digit alphanumeric 1970s to present

Most common format. The L prefix on the sticker is interchangeable — you can enter it with or without the L.

L700 L + 3 digits 1970s to present

The L prefix is interchangeable — L700 and 700 return the same result.

M50 M + 2 digits 2010s to present

Modern metallic, pearl, and special-effect paint format. Note: O is not zero.

39Z 2–3 digits + letter 1990s–2000s

Used in the 993 and 996 eras. The L prefix on the sticker is optional.

2BS 3-digit new code 2020s to present

Latest-generation code, used for the 992 era and Taycan colors.

Similar Colors

Community photos Total 90 photos

FAQ (11)

What is Porsche paint code M7K?

M7K is the Porsche paint code for Arctic Grey, a solid factory color offered since 2022.

What color is Porsche Arctic Grey?

Arctic Grey is a solid Porsche paint color in the grey family (hex #516174). Its paint code is M7K.

What years was Porsche Arctic Grey available?

Arctic Grey has been offered since 2022 and is still in production.

Is Porsche Arctic Grey still available?

Yes. Arctic Grey is currently in production.

Which Porsche models came in Arctic Grey?

Arctic Grey was offered on the Porsche 718, 911, Cayenne.

What does Porsche Arctic Grey look like on a 718?

See real photos of Arctic Grey (M7K) on the Porsche 718 at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/arctic-grey/718.

What does Porsche Arctic Grey look like on a 911?

See real photos of Arctic Grey (M7K) on the Porsche 911 at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/arctic-grey/911.

What does Porsche Arctic Grey look like on a Cayenne?

See real photos of Arctic Grey (M7K) on the Porsche Cayenne at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/arctic-grey/cayenne.

Is Arctic Grey a Paint to Sample (PTS) color?

No. Arctic Grey was offered as a standard factory color, not as a Paint to Sample option.

What is the hex code for Porsche Arctic Grey?

The hex code for Arctic Grey is #516174. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche Arctic Grey metallic or non-metallic?

Arctic Grey is a solid (non-metallic) finish — flat pigment with no aluminum flake.