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Papaya Metallic

Papaya Metallic

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German name: Papaya Metallic
Paint code
HEX
#F45D00
Finish type
Metallic
Color family
Orange
Introduced year
2024
Discontinued year
Rarity
PTS only
No
Alternate code
Source
Dealer
Community photos
55
Model availability
2
Code history
0
Sighting count
Papaya Metallic is a warm, vibrant orange metallic in the tropical fruit register — the hex (#D4831A) confirms a deep, rich orange with golden undertones and the metallic shimmer that adds both depth and warmth, making it visually richer than a flat orange solid of the same hue. The name invokes the papaya's distinctive warm orange-gold color, and the metallic finish gives it a quality reminiscent of the 1970s and McLaren's iconic Papaya Orange racing livery — a comparison that would not be lost on Porsche enthusiasts familiar with motorsport history. Code M2Y places it in the modern Porsche metallic nomenclature system, and it was introduced on the 2024 electric Macan EV as part of the Dreams color tier alongside Provence and Gentian Blue, positioning it as a premium, bold option for buyers who wanted the electric Macan to announce itself without hesitation. Its single spotter entry reflects its very recent introduction and the inherent rarity of bold orange metallics even in the market for vivid Porsche paint choices.

Lighting & Paint Reference

Direct sun#ff7800
Overcast#F45D00
Shade#8e3d0b
Golden hour#ff7112

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 #F45D00
Digital approximation only

Model availability (2)

Model Generation Years Tier
Macan Generation95B, J1 Years2023, 2025 Standard

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 (8)

What color is Porsche Papaya Metallic?

Papaya Metallic is a metallic Porsche paint color in the orange family (hex #F45D00).

What years was Porsche Papaya Metallic available?

Papaya Metallic has been offered since 2024 and is still in production.

Is Porsche Papaya Metallic still available?

Yes. Papaya Metallic is currently in production.

Which Porsche models came in Papaya Metallic?

Papaya Metallic was offered on the Porsche Macan.

What does Porsche Papaya Metallic look like on a Macan?

See real photos of Papaya Metallic on the Porsche Macan at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/papaya-metallic/macan.

Is Papaya Metallic a Paint to Sample (PTS) color?

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

What is the hex code for Porsche Papaya Metallic?

The hex code for Papaya Metallic is #F45D00. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche Papaya Metallic metallic or non-metallic?

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