Gtechniq EXOv5 Crystal Hydrophobic Coating
- 30 ml bottle, covers 1 small to medium car
- 18 to 24 months of rain and dirt repellency claimed
- 3 hours cure time
- Chemically bonds to paint and base coatings
- Wipe on, buff off, slow flash-off
- High-gloss finish
Updated 5 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A strong topcoat for a detailer who wants slick, dirt-shedding paint that bonds rather than resting on top. One bottle covers a single small to medium car, and the listing mixes version names.
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ASIN: B07C4JQQ26Model: EXOv5Category: Vehicle Protective Coatings
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Overview
A detailer finishing a paint correction gets a slick hydrophobic topcoat that bonds chemically to the paint or a base coating. Gtechniq EXO is wiped on panel by panel and buffed off, and its slow flash-off gives time to level it.
Bonding to the paint, unlike a wax resting on the surface, gives a long-lasting slick, dirt-repelling finish with strong road salt resistance. The bottle covers only one smaller car, and the listing labels it both as version four and version five.
Who it's for
Enthusiasts and pro detailers coating a car after a full prep. Large trucks or vans will need more than one bottle, and owners after a quick spray topper should look at a detail spray.
Pros and cons
- Bonds to paint and base coats
- Long rain and dirt repellency claim
- Slow flash-off is forgiving
- High-gloss, slick finish
- One bottle per small to medium car
- Version name differs across fields
- Needs a clean, prepped surface
Performance notes
Durability comes from the chemical bond, so the paint has to be clean and free of old wax for the coating to grip. The slow flash-off gives more working time before buffing, which reduces high spots.
Specifications
| Brand | Gtechniq |
|---|---|
| Model | EXOv5 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 0.1 kg |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Item volume | 30 ml |
| Construction & materials | |
| Finish type | High-Gloss |
| Included components | |
| Unit count | 1.01 Fluid Ounces |
| Included components | Gtechniq EXO V4, 30 ml |
| Other details | |
| Coverage | 1 small to medium car |
| Dry time in hours | 3 |
| Protection duration | 18 to 24 months claimed |
| Surface recommendation | Painted surfaces |
| Paint type | Lacquer |
| Indoor outdoor usage | Outdoor |
| Water resistance level | Water Repellent |
| Item form | Liquid |
| Container type | Can |
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply Gtechniq EXO?
Wipe it on and buff it off. The slow flash-off time gives more time to level it, and the full cure time is listed as 3 hours.
Can I put Gtechniq EXO over a ceramic coating?
Yes. The listing says it bonds to the paintwork and the base coating.
How many cars does one bottle of Gtechniq EXO cover?
The coverage is listed as 1 small to medium car.
Is Gtechniq EXO a wax?
No. Unlike waxes or polymer sealants, it chemically bonds to the paint.