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Titanium Metallic

Titanium Metallic

/colors/titanium-metallic · ID: C113 ·
German name: Titan Metallic
Paint code
HEX
#6E6E6E
Finish type
Metallic
Color family
Grey
Introduced year
2003
Discontinued year
2010
Rarity
PTS only
No
Alternate code
Source
PaintRef
Community photos
8
Model availability
5
Code history
0
Sighting count
Titanium Metallic, code D7Z with auxiliary code A7, is a medium-dark neutral grey metallic that sits between silver and charcoal without committing to either. The hex of #6E6E6E captures its balanced, slightly cool character — not quite warm enough to read as pewter, not cool enough to lean into steel-blue territory, a composed and understated metallic grey with fine-flake shimmer that adds depth without drawing attention. Rennbow places it in the same family of metallic greys as Meteor Grey and Seal Grey, noting that such shades have been popular Porsche choices since the late 1980s. It appeared on the first-generation Cayenne (955) from 2003 through the second-generation (957) in 2010, also catalogued across the general all-models listing for some years in between, touching the 911 and other platforms. Its role on the Cayenne was that of a quiet, mainstream choice in the SUV's opening decade — practical, invisible to critics, and appealing to buyers who wanted something more interesting than white or black without committing to a statement color. With a rarity of five out of five, it is paradoxically noted as uncommon despite the Cayenne's production volumes, suggesting most buyers of those model years gravitated toward the more prominent silvers and greys in the standard palette.

Lighting & Paint Reference

Direct sun#828e8f
Overcast#6E6E6E
Shade#454545
Golden hour#8c8280

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 #6E6E6E
Digital approximation only

Model availability (5)

Model Generation Years Tier
Cayenne Generation9PA Years2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 Metallic

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 Titanium Metallic?

Titanium Metallic is a metallic Porsche paint color in the grey family (hex #6E6E6E).

What years was Porsche Titanium Metallic available?

Titanium Metallic was offered from 2003 to 2010.

Is Porsche Titanium Metallic still available?

No. Titanium Metallic was discontinued in 2010.

Which Porsche models came in Titanium Metallic?

Titanium Metallic was offered on the Porsche Cayenne.

What does Porsche Titanium Metallic look like on a Cayenne?

See real photos of Titanium Metallic on the Porsche Cayenne at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/titanium-metallic/cayenne.

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

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

What is the hex code for Porsche Titanium Metallic?

The hex code for Titanium Metallic is #6E6E6E. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche Titanium Metallic metallic or non-metallic?

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