The Canis Kalahari is a small, hardtop utility and off-roading truck featured in the Beach Bum Update for Grand Theft Auto V and Grand Theft Auto Online, with a topless variant available after the Last Team Standing Update is installed.
Influence[]
HD Universe[]
The Kalahari is based on the 1968-1987 Citroën Méhari (specifically the original French model due to the flatter front), with some cues from the Citroën Pony. The headlamps seem to be derived from the BMW E30 (E32, E34).
Design[]
Grand Theft Auto V and Online[]
The Kalahari is depicted as a small truck with a lightweight bodywork, where the front end features a small extender/sump guard on the lower side, as well as a small bumper with the license plate on the centre. The upper area is occupied by a black central grille, which extends towards the bumper area and has a wider horizontal separation, while the outer edges are occupied by inset panels that house twin circular headlamps on the front end and rectangular amber lights on the front quarters. The bonnet is relatively tall and bears silver "CANIS" lettering on the front and the manufacturer emblem on the upper side.
The sides of the car are relatively simple, featuring flared arches and various horizontal details running across the car, with a dedicated section for the doors. A set of square-shaped mirrors can be seen on either side of the windscreen base, while the area behind the cabin is occupied by a small bed, whose upper surfaces use the same details as on the sides.
The rear end features a set of circular tail lamps that are similar to the ones from the Mesa, while the central tailgate bears the silver "CANIS" lettering on the left, the manufacturer emblem on the right and the license plate on the centre. A small black exhaust is seen on the lower side.
In the original versions of the game, the Kalahari has a beige/light brown dashboard with black seats. In the enhanced version of the game, however, the Kalahari receives a full beige-colored interior shared with the Bodhi, albeit cleaner in appearance.
The vehicle may spawn either with an open top or with a set of extra pillars behind the cabin area and black frames above the cabin and truck bed. The same supports may also have either a black soft top or a black soft top with enclosed bed and rear windows, resulting in four different variations. The vehicle only has access to a single colour applied on the body and uses a set of white plain rims with four bolt details around, wrapped in medium-profile tyres with narrow track width.
Current Design Gallery[]
Performance[]
Grand Theft Auto V and Online[]
The Kalahari performs quite well, having a nice top speed and acceleration, it also fairs well off road. While this vehicle has good acceleration, its top speed is not up to par when it comes to competing against other faster vehicles. Furthermore, its thin tire profiles makes it less desirable for off-roading purposes. The Kalahari is great for doing stunt jumps as its incredibly light weight allows it to travel great distances in the air. It is also very nimble due to its size and thin tires.
The car is powered by a modeled turbocharged Inline-4, coupled with a 4-speed gearbox in a front engine, all wheel drive layout. Its engine sound is rather unique, somewhat resembling the ones from cars like the Jackal and the modern Police Cruiser, with slight similarities to the ones from vehicles such as the Bagger and the Hot Rod Blazer.
GTA V and Online Overview[]
| Acceleration (0-60 mph in Seconds) |
Top Speed (mph / kmh) |
Gears | Engine | Drivetrain (FWD / RWD / AWD) |
Mass (kg / lbs) |
Fuel Tank Size (litres) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | 75 / 120 | 4 | N/A | AWD 50% FWD 50% RWD |
800 / 1764 | 70 |
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 8.20 Seconds | 84.0 / 135.1 | 4 | F4 DOHC Turbocharged Inline-4 (In-game model) | AWD | Cannot be observed | Cannot be observed |
Rockstar Games Social Club[]
Grand Theft Auto V and Online[]
Grand Theft Auto Online[]
Modifications[]
Grand Theft Auto V and Online[]
| Category | Modification | Cost (GTA V) | Cost (GTA Online) | Image | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Armor | No Armor | $100 | $200 | ||
| Armor Upgrade 20% | $500 | $4,500 | |||
| Armor Upgrade 40% | $1,250 | $7,500 | |||
| Armor Upgrade 60% | $2,000 | $12,000 | |||
| Armor Upgrade 80% | $3,500 | $21,000 | |||
| Armor Upgrade 100% | $5,000 | $30,000 | |||
| Brakes | Stock Brakes | $100 | $200 | ||
| Street Brakes | $2,000 | $4,000 | |||
| Sport Brakes | $2,700 | $5,400 | |||
| Race Brakes | $3,500 | $7,000 | |||
| Bumpers | Stock Front Bumper | $250 | $500 | ||
| Matte Black Bullbar | $500 | $1,000 | |||
| Secondary Matte Black Bullbar | $750 | $1,500 | |||
| Stock Rear Bumper | $250 | $500 | |||
| Matte Black Rear Bumper | $500 | $1,000 | |||
| Engine | EMS Upgrade, Level 1 | $900 | $1,800 | ||
| EMS Upgrade, Level 2 | $1,250 | $2,500 | |||
| EMS Upgrade, Level 3 | $1,800 | $3,600 | |||
| EMS Upgrade, Level 4 | $3,350 | $6,700 | |||
| Exhausts | Stock Exhaust | $130 | $260 | ||
| Straight Exit Exhaust | $375 | $750 | |||
| Explosives | Ignition Bomb | N/A | $5,000 | ||
| Remote Bomb | N/A | $7,500 | |||
| Hoods | Stock Hood | $150 | $300 | ||
| Spare Tire | $325 | $650 | |||
| Horns | Main article: Los Santos Customs/Horns | - | - | ||
| Lights | Headlights | Stock Lights | $100 | $200 | |
| Xenon Lights | $300 | $3,000 | |||
| Neon Kits | Main article: Los Santos Customs/Lights | - | - | ||
| Loss/Theft Prevention | Tracker | N/A | Too Hot | ||
| Full Coverage | N/A | Too Hot | |||
| Plates | Blue on White 1 | $50 | $200 | ||
| Blue on White 2 | $50 | $200 | |||
| Blue on White 3 | $50 | $200 | |||
| Yellow on Blue | $75 | $300 | |||
| Yellow on Black | $150 | $600 | |||
| Respray | Main article: Los Santos Customs/Respray Colors | - | - | ||
| Sell | Sell Vehicle | N/A | Too Hot | ||
| Skirts | Stock Skirts | $300 | $600 | ||
| Matte Black Side Steps | $415 | $830 | |||
| Transmission | Stock Transmission | $100 | $200 | ||
| Street Transmission | $2,950 | $5,900 | |||
| Sports Transmission | $3,250 | $6,500 | |||
| Race Transmission | $4,000 | $8,000 | |||
| Turbo | None | $500 | $1,000 | ||
| Turbo Tuning | $2,500 | $30,000 | |||
| Wheels | Main article: Los Santos Customs/Wheels | - | - | ||
| Windows* | None | $100 | $500 | ||
| Light Smoke | $200 | $1,500 | |||
| Dark Smoke | $450 | $3,500 | |||
| Limo | $700 | $5,000 | |||
- * Window tint is applied on part of the windshield for all versions, although only the enclosed one may have the tint on the rear windows as well.
Gallery[]
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Special Variants[]
In the enhanced version, pre-modified Kalaharis may spawn in beach areas, like the Bifta. They usually spawn with accesories intended for off-roading, including custom off-road tyres. Aside from the color schemes, at least one example has a unique customization set, including a spare tyre on the hood.
| File | Color Set | Window Tint? | Livery? | Mod Kit | |||||
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No | No |
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| File | Color Set | Window Tint? | Livery? | Mod Kit | |||||
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No | No |
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| File | Color Set | Window Tint? | Livery? | Mod Kit | |||||
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No | No |
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| File | Color Set | Window Tint? | Livery? | Mod Kit | |||||
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No | No |
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Locations[]
Grand Theft Auto V[]
Original version[]
- Available at the player's garage.
Enhanced version[]
- Spawn near the beach areas of Los Santos, often pre-modified.
- Both variants available to purchase from Southern San Andreas Super Autos for $40,000.
Grand Theft Auto Online[]
- Can be rarely spawned at the beach in North Chumash, usually pre-modified. Entering the vehicle will result the player being immediately kicked out of the car and locking it, preventing access.
- This has been patched in the Southern San Andreas Super Sport Series, allowing it to be driven, but is too hot to modify.
Standard variant[]
- Available to purchase from Southern San Andreas Super Autos for $40,000.
- No longer available in the enhanced versions of the game; removed from the website as part of the San Andreas Mercenaries update.
Topless variant[]
- Available to purchase from Southern San Andreas Super Autos for $51,000 as part of The Last Team Standing Update.
- No longer available in the enhanced versions of the game; removed from the website as part of the San Andreas Mercenaries update.
Radio Stations[]
- In Grand Theft Auto V and Grand Theft Auto Online, the default radio stations are grouped by genre. The Kalahari uses the "Right-Talk" group which can play:
- Blaine County Radio (Only when in Blaine County.)
- Any other random station when in Los Santos County.
Trivia[]
General[]
- The name refers to the Kalahari desert and thus it implies that the truck has good off-road abilities (although its in-game handling proves otherwise). Interestingly enough, the Citroën Mehari was sold in a color called Kalahari Beige.
- In the Southern San Andreas Super Autos description, it is stated that the Kalahari is still being used by the French armed forces. In real life the French Army purchased 7,064 Méharis, before they were replaced with Panhard VBLs.
Bugs/Glitches[]
- Originally, any Kalahari purchased before the High Life update could not be sold.
- This was fixed in the Bikers update.