COLOR CODEH4R - HiChroma Red TricoatKia Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color puts your Stinger in a different league. Since its debut in 2018, this red became the definitive signature for Kia performance. It behaves like liquid metal, shifting from a bright, fiery orange-red in direct light to a deep, moody crimson in the shade. It is not a subtle paint, and it demands attention every time you park in a crowded lot. If you drive a Stinger, this color is likely the reason you bought the car in the first place.

Technical Details

This is a complex tricoat finish, which means your repair relies on layers rather than a single coat. It features a solid base followed by a translucent mid-layer packed with metallic and pearl particles. The challenge here is the build-up; adding more layers of the mid-coat will make the finish appear darker than the original paint. Because the depth changes with every pass, you must maintain a steady flow to avoid creating dark spots or uneven streaks in the finish.

Best Practices

Look for your paint code on the silver or black sticker inside the driver's side door jamb. Before you spray or dab Kia HiChroma Red Tricoat (check for code H4R), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This ensures the heavy metallic flakes mix into the pigment instead of sitting at the bottom of the container. Test the color on the included card first to see how many layers of the mid-coat you need to match your car. When applying, keep the container moving to ensure the pearls lay down flat and catch the light the way the factory intended. Give the paint plenty of drying time between layers to prevent the color from dragging.