Night Blue Metallic

Night Blue Metallic (Nachtblau Metallic, code M5X) is a deep, dark indigo-blue metallic that was available across a broad range of Porsche models throughout the 2010s — identified in the Rennbow database under the names Dark Blue Metallic and Night Blue Metallic (both for code M5X). The hex confirms extreme darkness, placing it among the deepest blue metallics in the modern Porsche palette, where in shade it reads as near-black and in direct light reveals a rich, saturated dark blue character. It was available on the 911 from approximately 2010 to 2017, on the Boxster from 2010 to 2017, the Cayman from 2011 to 2016, the Cayenne from 2012 to 2014, the Macan from 2015 to 2017, and the Panamera from 2012 to 2016 — one of the broader standard-color footprints of any dark metallic in the modern era. It also appeared on the 918 Spyder as a production color option. On the 918 it reads as suitably serious for one of Porsche's most extreme production road cars, and its deep character makes it one of those colors whose full complexity can only be appreciated at close range or in ideal lighting conditions.

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Code history (2)

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 (11)

What is Porsche paint code M5X?

M5X is the Porsche paint code for Night Blue Metallic, a metallic factory color offered from 2010 to 2019.

What color is Porsche Night Blue Metallic?

Night Blue Metallic is a metallic Porsche paint color in the blue family (hex #061F44). Its paint code is M5X.

What years was Porsche Night Blue Metallic available?

Night Blue Metallic was offered from 2010 to 2019.

Is Porsche Night Blue Metallic still available?

No. Night Blue Metallic was discontinued in 2019.

Which Porsche models came in Night Blue Metallic?

Night Blue Metallic was offered on the Porsche 718, 911, Boxster, Cayman, Macan, Panamera.

What does Porsche Night Blue Metallic look like on a 718?

See real photos of Night Blue Metallic (M5X) on the Porsche 718 at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/night-blue-metallic/718.

What does Porsche Night Blue Metallic look like on a 911?

See real photos of Night Blue Metallic (M5X) on the Porsche 911 at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/night-blue-metallic/911.

What does Porsche Night Blue Metallic look like on a Boxster?

See real photos of Night Blue Metallic (M5X) on the Porsche Boxster at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/night-blue-metallic/boxster.

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

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

What is the hex code for Porsche Night Blue Metallic?

The hex code for Night Blue Metallic is #061F44. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche Night Blue Metallic metallic or non-metallic?

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