COLOR CODETAQ - Medium Blue TricoatSubaru Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color represents the modern face of the brand, moving away from the flat blues of the past toward something with more maturity and depth. On your 2020-2024 Impreza or WRX, this shade provides a crisp, aquatic vibe that looks different depending on the angle of the sun. It is a bold choice that highlights the sharp body lines of your car, but it also shows road grime more quickly than a silver or gray would, so keep that in mind after your repair.

Technical Details

This finish is a pearl tricoat, which means the final look comes from a layer of base color topped with a translucent pearl coat. Because the pearl particles are heavy, they often settle at the bottom of the container and can cause the color to look uneven if not mixed. If you apply the mid-coat too thick, the repair will end up looking darker or more "milky" than the factory paint on the rest of your car. Getting the right match is all about how you layer these two stages together.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Subaru Medium Blue Tricoat (check for code TAQ), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to ensure the pearls are fully suspended. You can find your paint code on the passenger side door jamb or on a plate located on the strut towers under your hood. Always test the color on the included card before moving to the vehicle to see how many layers of pearl you need to match your original finish. Work in your garage or in the shade to keep the surface cool, and make sure to allow enough drying time between each thin layer so the paint sets properly without running or clumpiness. Keep the container moving steadily to ensure the metallic elements lay down in a uniform pattern across the scratch.