The Matador, also referred to as the HHR, is a four-door SUV that was cut from the final release of Grand Theft Auto V.
It is shown only in a render displayed in Simeon's office at Premium Deluxe Motorsport in-game, and might have potentially made a brief appearance in GTA V's first trailer.
Description[]
The SUV was initially referred to solely as the "HHR", a designation derived from the label located in the bottom right corner of the render discovered in Simeon's office at Premium Deluxe Motorsport. While the texture of the render is relatively low in quality and details are difficult to discern, the complete design is illustrated from all perspectives.
The name and texture details of the vehicle were later discovered in the December 2023 GTA V source code leak,[1][2] officially identifying it as the Matador.
Originally, the Matador was intended to appear as an ambient vehicle in the mission Paparazzo, but it was ultimately substituted with the Rocoto.[3]
Influence[]
The Matador primarily draws inspiration from the Chevrolet HHR, albeit with a more angular design. The front end seems to be influenced by the 2002–2006 Dodge Ram, whereas the rear end appears to take cues from the second-generation Ford Expedition. The distinctive greenhouse section seems to be modeled after either the first-generation Chevrolet Orlando, the first-generation Chevrolet Traverse, or the first-generation Kia Mohave (HM).
Gallery[]
A possible Matador (orange car turning left) seen in the first trailer for Grand Theft Auto V.
Prominent Appearances in Gameplay[]
- Paparazzo [CUT][CUT]Remains such as data lines or mentions can be found in game files, but is not present or functional.