What brand does Toyota use for paint?
In North America, Toyota's original equipment paint system is primarily sourced through PPG Automotive Finishes, a long-standing supplier for many automakers. Globally, Toyota works with several regional partners, so the paint brand you see on a Toyota vehicle can vary by market and plant.
Automotive paint supply arrangements are complex and change with contracts, plant updates, and regional regulations. This article provides a current snapshot of the brands most commonly associated with Toyota's OEM coatings and what that means for customers and service providers.
Regional paint suppliers: a snapshot
Major paint brands and regional partners include the following snapshot of suppliers used in different markets.
- PPG Automotive Finishes — a primary supplier in North America and used by Toyota in several markets for base coats and clear coats.
- Nippon Paint — a major supplier in Japan and many Asian markets, including some vehicles manufactured for local distribution.
- Kansai Paint — widely used in various Asian and Middle Eastern markets as part of Toyota's regional coating strategy.
- Axalta Coating Systems — a global coating supplier that has provided automotive finishes to Toyota through regional partnerships.
These brand assignments reflect common industry practice and available supplier contracts; the exact configuration can vary by plant, model year, and market.
Implications for owners and service
For owners, the brand of paint can influence color-matching accuracy and the availability of coatings for touch-ups or repaints. Toyota dealers and approved body shops use color codes and finish specifications aligned with the original OEM system, but variations in supplier can affect shade replication and durability in some cases. If you have a specific color in mind or need repairs, consult the dealership to confirm the exact paint system used on your vehicle.
Summary: Toyota sources its OEM paint from multiple suppliers, with PPG Automotive Finishes as a major partner in North America and Nippon Paint, Kansai Paint, and Axalta among other regional suppliers worldwide. The exact brand varies by market and plant, so checking with a local dealer or body shop is the best way to confirm the paint system on a given Toyota vehicle.
