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Umbra

/colors/umbra · ID: C810 ·
German name: umbra
Paint code
M8U
HEX
#9E8573
Finish type
Solid
Color family
Grey
Introduced year
Discontinued year
Rarity
PTS only
No
Alternate code
Source
Rennbow
Community photos
0
Model availability
1
Code history
1
Sighting count
Umbra (M8U), listed in the data as a solid grey-brown variant under code M8U with a warm brownish-grey hex, represents what appears to be a solid or non-metallic variant of the Umbra colour family. The hex of #9E8573 suggests a warm, desaturated grey-brown — closer to taupe or greige than to a pure neutral grey, with the "umbra" root reflecting an earthy, shadowed quality reminiscent of the natural earth pigment that gives the colour its name. In the pigment tradition, raw umber is a dark brown derived from iron oxide and manganese dioxide, and the colour name evokes that same organic warmth applied to a vehicle finish. As a non-metallic grey-brown in this tonality it would read as understated and natural in most settings, complementing dark or earth-toned interiors without drama. Cross-reference with the broader Umbra Metallic family under M8U is complex, and the exact vehicle application and model years for this specific non-metallic variant remain incompletely documented in available sources, suggesting it may be a Paint to Sample interpretation or a variant recorded in limited production context.

Lighting & Paint Reference

Direct sun#baac96
Overcast#9E8573
Shade#62544a
Golden hour#bc9985

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 #9E8573
Digital approximation only

Model availability (1)

Model Generation Years Tier
Cayenne Years2011 Standard

Code history (1)

Code Era Years Primary
M8U Historical Primary code
M8U Primary code
Historical

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 (7)

What is Porsche paint code M8U?

M8U is the Porsche paint code for Umbra, a solid factory color.

What color is Porsche Umbra?

Umbra is a solid Porsche paint color in the grey family (hex #9E8573). Its paint code is M8U.

Which Porsche models came in Umbra?

Umbra was offered on the Porsche Cayenne.

What does Porsche Umbra look like on a Cayenne?

See real photos of Umbra (M8U) on the Porsche Cayenne at https://colors.stuttcars.com/colors/umbra/cayenne.

Is Umbra a Paint to Sample (PTS) color?

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

What is the hex code for Porsche Umbra?

The hex code for Umbra is #9E8573. Keep in mind that automotive paint shifts with lighting and finish, so on-screen hex is only an approximation.

Is Porsche Umbra metallic or non-metallic?

Umbra is a solid (non-metallic) finish — flat pigment with no aluminum flake.