There isn’t a single universal paint code for “the gray” on the 2020 Honda Civic; Honda offered two gray exterior colors—Lunar Silver Metallic and Modern Steel Metallic—each with its own code that can vary by market. To know the exact code for your car, check the color/trim label on the driver's door jamb or the VIN plate.
Gray color options for the 2020 Honda Civic
In 2020, the Civic's gray palette consisted of two main metallic grays, widely available across regions. Names and availability can vary by region and trim.
- Lunar Silver Metallic
- Modern Steel Metallic
Note: The paint code for each shade is a market-specific alphanumeric label. The exact code for your car may differ depending on the country, model year, and trim level.
How to locate the exact paint code on your Civic
Use these steps to locate the paint code on your vehicle. Having the correct alphanumeric code is useful for ordering touch-up paint or matching colors for repairs.
- Inspect the driver's door jamb: look for a color/trim label that lists the paint code (often shown as 2–4 characters near the words "Paint" or "Color").
- If the door jamb sticker is missing or unreadable, check the VIN plate or the sticker in the glove box or trunk area, depending on the market.
- Provide your VIN to a Honda dealership or use Honda's official service portal to retrieve the exact color code for your specific car.
- As a last resort, reference your owner's manual or contact Honda Customer Service with the model year, trim, and market to confirm the correct code.
Keep in mind that the same shade name (for example, Lunar Silver Metallic) may have different codes in different markets or for different trim levels. Always verify the exact code on the car itself or with a dealer.
Regional variations
United States
The US market Civic offered at least two gray metallic shades during 2020: Lunar Silver Metallic and Modern Steel Metallic. The precise paint code is found on the vehicle's color label and is market-specific.
Canada
Canadian-spec Civics also used Lunar Silver Metallic and Modern Steel Metallic in 2020, with codes that align to local Honda color catalogs. Verify the label for the exact code.
Europe
In Europe, color naming and codes for gray metallic Civics could differ from North American nomenclature. Check the local Honda color chart or the vehicle's label to confirm.
Summary
The 2020 Honda Civic did not have a single universal gray paint code. The gray options were Lunar Silver Metallic and Modern Steel Metallic, each with a market-specific alphanumeric code. To obtain the exact code for a particular car, inspect the color/trim label in the driver’s door jamb or consult a Honda dealer or the official service portal with your VIN.