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Montego Blue Metallic

Montego Blue Metallic

/colors/montego-blue-metallic · ID: C068 ·
German name: Montegoblau Metallic
Paint code
G5D
HEX
#043A60
Finish type
Metallic
Color family
Blue
Introduced year
2023
Discontinued year
Rarity
PTS only
No
Alternate code
I5
Source
PaintRef
Community photos
10
Model availability
3
Code history
2
Sighting count
Montego Blue Metallic (Montegoblau Metallic, code G5D) is a bright, vibrant metallic blue with a subtle greenish undertone — lighter and more energetic than most of Porsche's established dark blues, with a lively metallic shimmer that activates strongly in direct sunlight and remains clearly identifiable on overcast days. The finish is a tri-stage system requiring a specific undercoat for accurate matching, which gives it a depth and complexity beyond standard two-stage metallics. It was introduced with the facelift of the Porsche Cayenne in 2023, representing a deliberate departure from the darker, more restrained blues that had dominated the Cayenne's palette. It reads as noticeably brighter and more vibrant compared to Porsche's usual blues, with the quality of completely changing the mood of the car — transforming the Cayenne's more formal SUV character into something considerably more expressive and dynamic. As a color introduced in 2023, examples are still accumulating in the market, and the tone sits in the space between sporting and distinctive without being as confrontational as Mamba Green or as electric as Miami Blue.

Lighting & Paint Reference

Direct sun#054b7d
Overcast#043A60
Shade#082438
Golden hour#224e72

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 #043A60
Digital approximation only

Factory color sample

Factory color sample

Model availability (3)

Model Generation Years Tier
Cayenne Generation9YA/9YB Years2023, 2025 Standard
Panamera Generation972 Years2025 Standard

Code history (2)

Code Era Years Primary
G5D Modern 2023–present Primary code
I5 Modern (alt) 2023–present
2023–present
G5D Primary code
Modern
2023–present
I5
Modern (alt)

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.

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FAQ (10)

What is Porsche paint code G5D?

G5D is the Porsche paint code for Montego Blue Metallic, a metallic factory color offered since 2023.

What color is Porsche Montego Blue Metallic?

Montego Blue Metallic is a metallic Porsche paint color in the blue family (hex #043A60). Its paint code is G5D.

What years was Porsche Montego Blue Metallic available?

Montego Blue Metallic has been offered since 2023 and is still in production.

Is Porsche Montego Blue Metallic still available?

Yes. Montego Blue Metallic is currently in production.

Which Porsche models came in Montego Blue Metallic?

Montego Blue Metallic was offered on the Porsche Cayenne, Panamera.

What does Porsche Montego Blue Metallic look like on a Cayenne?

See real photos of Montego Blue Metallic (G5D) on the Porsche Cayenne at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/montego-blue-metallic/cayenne.

What does Porsche Montego Blue Metallic look like on a Panamera?

See real photos of Montego Blue Metallic (G5D) on the Porsche Panamera at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/montego-blue-metallic/panamera.

Is Montego Blue Metallic a Paint to Sample (PTS) color?

No. Montego Blue Metallic was offered as a standard factory color, not as a Paint to Sample option.

What is the hex code for Porsche Montego Blue Metallic?

The hex code for Montego Blue Metallic is #043A60. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche Montego Blue Metallic metallic or non-metallic?

Montego Blue Metallic is a metallic finish — it contains aluminum flake, so it shifts brightness with lighting angle.