Is the Mercedes-Benz Emerald Green Black Without Sunlight?

[DiElliot]

Mercedes-Benz emerald green is not black without sunlight, but a dark green. Here is the relevant content introduction: 1. Mercedes-Benz G300: The military vehicle's chassis code is W461, equipped with a 3.0T diesel engine and a 5-speed automatic transmission. 2. Mercedes-Benz G350d: Unlike the Mercedes-Benz G350 recently launched in China, this model is not new and was previously quite popular in Japan. 3. Mercedes-Benz G400: 2.0T four-cylinder engine. 4. Mercedes-Benz G500: This is also a diesel engine, a 3.0T turbocharged one, with improved power compared to the G350d, with a maximum power of 330 horsepower and a peak torque of 700N·m.

[LeMaggie]

Last time I saw a Mercedes-Benz in the cloudy-day emerald green at the 4S store warehouse. Under insufficient light, it indeed looked like an ink-black deep pool, but when I approached and shone a flashlight on it, the metal particles in the paint revealed a dark green glow. This special paint is mixed with mica and color-changing pigments, and its saturation drops sharply by 90% under low light, with a principle similar to a chameleon's camouflage. I remember some owners complaining that when washing the car, the foam would instantly turn it black when rinsed, and then it would glow green again when dried. I suggest you bring a high-power flashlight to inspect the car. Shining it at a 45-degree angle will reveal its true nature—it's not pure black, but a deep forest-like dark green.

[DelNoah]

My friend just picked up a Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Emerald Green, and its visual effect in the garage is particularly mesmerizing. On cloudy days, the front appears as ebony black, but as you walk to the rear, it reveals a turquoise green hue—a technique officially called 'photochromism.' The paint contains nano-sized titanium dioxide crystals that absorb green light wavelengths under 200 lux illumination. However, the reflection strips along the waistline always maintain a bluish-green tone. For owners opting for this color, it's recommended to carry a mini flashlight to illuminate the door in low-light conditions when unlocking the car, instantly bringing out the flowing emerald-like texture.

[VanSara]

Tested the emerald sample panel at the Mercedes-Benz showroom: Under direct sunlight, it appears as jade green; under tree shade, it shifts to olive green; in the underground garage, it turns into black onyx. The key to this color-changing effect lies in the 0.8-micron pearl layer, which compresses the green light reflection path under low light. Old Zhang, a car washer, mentioned handling over thirty such cars—on cloudy days, they all look like black cars, but there's always a hint of emerald green hidden in the recesses of the door handles. For friends hesitating over the color, it's recommended to bring an emerald gemstone for comparison; even in dim light, the jewel-like green undertone remains visible.