These Car Colors Will Be the Trendiest in 2022, Supplier Says
In its annual automotive color trends report, Global 500 coatings supplier BASF says its newest palette for 20221-2022 “shows a new diversity of colors.” This year’s color collection, named “Superposition,” overcomes “binary systems.” By being playful and serious, comfortable and disturbing, clear and chaotic, this palette is sure to please.
In the press release, BASF noted that the world today has an “uncountable” number of variations, and this palette is responding to our modern lives. The company segmented popular color trends by region: Europe/Middle East/Africa (EMEA), Asia Pacific, and North America. The report asserts that natural browns are key in North America, while more muted greens and blues are popular colors in the Asia-Pacific region. The EMEA region sees pops of color with a bold orange and purple. Throughout the report, BASF emphasized that these coatings contain shimmers, tri-coats, and multiple hues, which relates to its overarching theme of “endless variation.”
The ability to choose your vehicle’s color may seem out-of-reach when shopping for a used vehicle. That’s not the experience at Car City! With a large inventory of vehicles in locations from Cadillac, Michigan to South Bend, Indiana, Car City has vehicles in an array of colors. We believe everyone should have the ability to pick the perfect used car, and that includes its color!
As we prepare to celebrate the new year, we look closely at BASF’s automotive color trends report. According to BASF, these are some of the trendiest colors for 2021-2022 (see the press release for the full palette):
- Lambent Earth (natural brown)
- Amicable Glimmer (pearlescent white)
- Spectora (bright orange)
- Mobius (bluish gray)
While we may not have these exact hues, Car City does have quality, used vehicles in colors that closely resemble the ones mentioned in the report. Read on to discover all the stylish colors at Car City!
Also check out our coverage of last year’s report here.
Natural Brown

This color, key for the Americas, “presents the essence of the bountiful energy and fragility in the world,” according to BASF. As our modern lives continue to become more technologically advanced, this natural hue grounds us. Despite this color harder to find on vehicles in North America, you can find it in Car City’s inventory! Check out these brown vehicles below that will make you stand out this year:



Pearlescent White

This color is key for the South American market, according to BASF. The shimmery surface provides beautiful variations of color across a vehicle’s body. Timeless and classic, white is one of the most popular colors for cars here in the U.S., and Car City has a large inventory of classic white vehicles, including those with a pearlescent finish. Scroll down to view some of our pearly whites!



Bright Orange

The key color for the EMEA region “shows its neo-futuristic side,” according to the supplier. This bright orange is a standout in the Superposition palette and by far the brightest color among them. Orange can evoke strength, energy, and futurism. While harder to find on cars in the U.S., Car City does have a few orange vehicles that will energize your day! Below, you’ll find our favorite orange cars in our inventory.



Bluish Gray

This relaxing, muted color is key for the Asia-Pacific region, says BASF. This color is “a metaphor for a new way of thinking.” Bluish gray evokes mistiness or mysteriousness, symbolizing a limitless potential. Find some remarkably close matches to this color in our inventory below:



Used Vehicles in an Array of Colors at Car City
As you can see from this year’s report, Car City can help you stay stylish with the trendiest vehicle colors. Those looking for a used car can still choose a color that best matches their tastes and current trends. Whether you’re looking for a classic pearly white or a unique natural brown, Car City has you covered! No one else has this quality of newer, used vehicles available to drivers of all credit types!
At Car City, the wide inventory makes it easier for customers to choose a newer ride. Regardless of your credit situation, we can work with you! At Car City, all vehicles come with a six month/6,000-mile warranty, GAP coverage, and a three-day money back guarantee. Additionally, Car City offers a minimum of $1,000 for your vehicle trade. Simply bring your trade-in vehicle to any Car City location and apply the trade-in value towards your newer ride! Get your application started today so you can drive away in a quality, used vehicle this year.
Please Note: We turn our inventory daily, please check with the dealer to confirm vehicle availability, verify price, options, and other vehicle details.