2025 GMC Acadia Paint Color Codes & Touch-Up Guide

Whether you are dealing with a minor scratch from a shopping cart or a rock chip from the highway, getting the right touch-up paint for your 2025 GMC Acadia is critical for a seamless repair. GM vehicles use specific alphanumeric paint codes that dictate the exact hue, metallic flake, and finish of your exterior.

Below is your comprehensive guide to identifying, sourcing, and applying the correct paint for your 2025 GMC Acadia.

Quick reference

The 2025 GMC Acadia is available in a variety of premium finishes, from classic solid tones to multi-stage tintcoats. Here are the known factory paint colors and codes for this model year. (Note: GM typically uses two sets of codes for the same color—a three-character RPO code and a WA/U code. Both are listed below for your convenience.)

Color Name	Paint Code (RPO / WA)	Type
Summit White	GAZ / WA8624	Solid
Ebony Twilight Metallic	GB8 / WA384A	Metallic
Volcanic Red Tintcoat	GNT / WA170H	Tintcoat / Pearl
Sterling Metallic	GXD / WA130H	Metallic
White Frost Tricoat	G1W / WA140X	Tricoat / Pearl
Deep Bronze Metallic	GXN / WA135H	Metallic
Downpour Metallic	GXP / WA136H	Metallic

If you are uncertain about your specific color, always confirm your paint code via your VIN at a local GM dealer or through your trusted paint supplier before ordering.

Where to find your paint code

Locating the paint code on a 2025 GMC Acadia is relatively straightforward once you know where to look. GM has transitioned the location of their Service Parts Identification (SPID) label over the years.

For the 2025 Acadia, you can typically find the paint code sticker in one of two places:

1. The Driver’s Side B-Pillar or Door Jamb: Open the driver's door and look for a black, white, and silver placard containing your VIN, tire pressure data, and a QR code. The paint code is usually located at the very bottom of this label, prefixed by "U" (Upper), "WA", or "BC/CC" (Basecoat/Clearcoat).
2. The Glove Box: In some trims, the traditional silver SPID sticker might still be adhered to the inside of the glove box door. Look for a string of codes; the bottom line typically features the WA code (e.g., "WA130H").

If the sticker is missing or illegible, any GMC dealership parts department can run your 17-digit VIN to provide the exact factory code.

Best touch-up paint sources

When it comes to sourcing touch-up paint for your Acadia, you have a few highly reliable options:

• Your Local GMC Dealer: The best choice for absolute accuracy, especially for newer models. AC Delco/GM genuine touch-up pens feature exact-match factory paint and often come with a built-in clearcoat applicator.
• AutomotiveTouchup: Excellent for larger jobs. They custom-mix paint based on your WA code and offer it in everything from small 1/2 oz bottles to aerosol spray cans and full pints for spray guns.
• Dupli-Color: A readily available aftermarket brand found in most auto parts stores. They offer the "Scratch Fix All-in-1" tool, though finding exact matches for brand-new 2025 colors might require waiting a few months after the vehicle's release.
• Tcoat Custom-Mix: Another great online supplier that custom-mixes exact OEM specification paint. They are known for providing comprehensive kits that include primer, basecoat, and clearcoat.

How to use touch-up paint

Achieving a professional-looking repair takes patience and the right process. Follow these steps for the best results:

1. Clean: Thoroughly wash the damaged area with dish soap and water to remove dirt. Follow up with a wax and grease remover or rubbing alcohol to ensure the paint will adhere.
2. Primer: If the scratch goes down to bare metal or plastic, apply a thin layer of automotive primer. Let it dry completely (usually 20-30 minutes).
3. Base: Shake the paint vigorously. Apply the base color in very light, thin coats using a fine-tipped brush or toothpick. Do not glob the paint into the scratch. Allow 15-20 minutes of drying time between each coat until the color is opaque and level with the surrounding area.
4. Clear: Once the base coat is dry (wait at least an hour), apply a layer of clearcoat to seal the repair and match the factory gloss. After the clearcoat cures completely (24-48 hours), you can lightly polish the area to blend the edges.

Color matching tips for pearls and tri-coats

Colors like White Frost Tricoat (G1W) and Volcanic Red Tintcoat (GNT) are notoriously difficult to touch up because they are multi-stage paints.

• Tricoats require two base bottles: A solid ground coat (base) and a translucent pearl mid-coat.
• Practice first: Always test the paint on a piece of glossy cardboard or metal scrap. You need to determine how many layers of the translucent mid-coat are required to match the factory depth and tint.
• Apply sparingly: The more mid-coat you apply, the darker and more yellow/red the paint will appear. Keep layers incredibly thin.

If your vehicle has sustained damage larger than a coin, touch-up paint will likely be too noticeable, especially on a tricoat or metallic finish. For larger repairs or major panel damage, professional blending is required.

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