89 Tornado Grey Metallic

/colors/tornado-grey-metallic · ID: C663 ·

German name: Tornadograu Metallic

Paint code

X7P

HEX

#c6c9d2

Finish type

Metallic

Color family

Grey

Introduced year

2021

Discontinued year

—

Rarity

PTS only

Yes

Alternate code

—

Source

Rennbow

Community photos

Model availability

Code history

Sighting count

—

89 Tornado Grey Metallic is a light, pale silver-grey metallic with the cool, almost white quality of storm cloud silver — at #c6c9d2 it sits at the very pale end of the grey-silver spectrum with a faint blue-cool undertone. The metallic flake catches light cleanly, giving the surface a bright, contemporary quality. Originating from the VAG Group's shared palette, it was formally confirmed for Porsche use from 2021 onward and remains available through PTS. It is one of the lightest and coolest greys in the PTS catalogue, suitable for buyers who want silver-adjacent brightness without a traditional metallic silver.

Lighting & Paint Reference

Direct sun#eaffff

Overcast#c6c9d2

Shade#7d7f83

Golden hour#e4dde4

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 #c6c9d2

Digital approximation only

Code history (1)

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 22 photos

FAQ (7)

What is Porsche paint code X7P?

X7P is the Porsche paint code for 89 Tornado Grey Metallic, a metallic factory color offered since 2021.

What color is Porsche 89 Tornado Grey Metallic?

89 Tornado Grey Metallic is a metallic Porsche paint color in the grey family (hex #C6C9D2). Its paint code is X7P.

What years was Porsche 89 Tornado Grey Metallic available?

89 Tornado Grey Metallic has been offered since 2021 and is still in production.

Is Porsche 89 Tornado Grey Metallic still available?

Yes. 89 Tornado Grey Metallic is currently in production through Porsche's Paint to Sample (PTS) program.

Is 89 Tornado Grey Metallic a Paint to Sample (PTS) color?

Yes. 89 Tornado Grey Metallic is exclusively available through Porsche's Paint to Sample (PTS) program, which adds approximately $11,430 to the build price and a 3-month lead time.

What is the hex code for Porsche 89 Tornado Grey Metallic?

The hex code for 89 Tornado Grey Metallic is #C6C9D2. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche 89 Tornado Grey Metallic metallic or non-metallic?

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