The Vapid Riata is an off-road truck featured in Grand Theft Auto Online as part of The Doomsday Heist update.
Influence[]
The Riata is heavily based on the Ford Bronco Concept by Bronco6G.com, seen in the overall profile and key features. However, unlike the websites Concept, the Riata is a pickup truck by default rather than a SUV (although a bed cap modification can be bought from Los Santos Customs). The tail lights are very similar to those of the second generation Nissan Titan.
Design[]
The front of the Riata is large, featuring a plastic bumper with small lamps, a gray grille and a set of circular lights, Daytime running lights and turning light strips. A silver "VAPID" badge can be seen embossed above the grille, and the hood features a small bulge. The sides are characterized by the bulky arches and skirting area, as well as the tubular side steps at the bottom. The cabin is relatively simple and features gray rear-view mirrors, a black rear frame with a single red light, and a LED floodlight bar on the roof. The rear end features a tailgate with a black handle on the center and the corresponding badges on the upper side. The outer edges house the red tail lights with the smaller square lights on it (which were later copied for the Caracara and its 4x4 variant in later updates). The rear bumper is of a light gray color with dark gray upper surfaces. The interior uses the same dials and textures as the Cavalcade.
Most of its bodywork is painted in a primary color, while part of the sides are painted in a secondary color. Its wheels use the same rim design as the Bodhi, wrapped in high-profile tires with knobby treads.
Performance[]
The Riata's heavy-duty suspension and off-road wheels makes it a force to be reckoned with in off-road environments, though while it sports great durability, it is very prone to fishtailing at even medium speeds on asphalt roads. This makes it rather unsuitable for urban driving due to it being very slippery, especially when dealing with congested traffic. While great at dealing punishments from traffic collisions, its high ground clearance means that running over a smaller vehicle or bike can prove hazardous as it can greatly cause a rollover if driving over either smaller cars or objects at medium-to-high speeds. And unlike other heavier vehicles such as the Insurgent, it does not bode well in plowing through traffic as it could stop its momentum as a result. Its tires are also exposed to gunfire and bulletproof tires are a must as to keep it from being punctured.
The Riata's bodywork does not deform, no matter how severe the crashes are. In addition, its roof lights still remain operational even if they are shot or crashed repeatedly.
The Riata is powered by a twin-cam Inline-4 engine with throttle bodies, similar to the Futo. Said engine is coupled to a 4-speed gearbox in a front-engine, all-wheel-drive (50/50, front to rear) layout. Its sound is a slightly altered version of the diesel sound used in SUVs, such as the Granger, featuring a loud tone.
Overview[]
| Acceleration (0-60 mph in Seconds) |
Maximum Velocity (mph / kmh) |
Gears | Engine | Drivetrain (FWD / RWD / AWD) |
Mass (kg / lbs) |
Fuel Tank Size (litres) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | 84 / 135 | 4 | N/A | AWD 50% FWD 50% RWD |
2300 / 5071 | 65 |
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| N/A | N/A | 4 | F4 DOHC Inline-4 w/ 4 throttle bodies (In-game model) | AWD | Cannot be observed | Cannot be observed |
Modifications[]
| Category | Modification | Cost | Image | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Armor | No Armor | $1,000 | ||
| Armor Upgrade 20% | $7,500 | |||
| Armor Upgrade 40% | $12,000 | |||
| Armor Upgrade 60% | $20,000 | |||
| Armor Upgrade 80% | $35,000 | |||
| Armor Upgrade 100% | $50,000 | |||
| Brakes | Stock Brakes | $1,000 | ||
| Street Brakes | $20,000 | |||
| Sport Brakes | $27,000 | |||
| Race Brakes | $35,000 | |||
| Bumpers | Front Bumpers | Stock Front Bumper | $2,200 |  |
| Bull Bar | $4,600 |  | ||
| Stock Crawler Bar | $7,400 |  | ||
| Primary Crawler Bar | $11,700 |   | ||
| Secondary Crawler Bar | $14,500 |   | ||
| Stock Ram-Bar | $14,700 |   | ||
| Primary Ram-Bar | $14,900 |   | ||
| Secondary Ram-Bar | $15,100 |   | ||
| Bull Bar II | $15,300 |   | ||
| Primary Bull Bar II | $15,500 |   | ||
| Secondary Bull Bar II | $15,700 |   | ||
| Rear Bumpers | Stock Rear Bumper | $2,200 |   | |
| Bull Bar | $4,600 |   | ||
| Primary Bull Bar | $7,400 |   | ||
| SecondaryBullBar | $11,700 |   | ||
| Engine | EMS Upgrade, Level 1 | $9,000 | ||
| EMS Upgrade, Level 2 | $12,500 | |||
| EMS Upgrade, Level 3 | $18,000 | |||
| EMS Upgrade, Level 4 | $33,500 | |||
| Exhausts | Stock Exhaust | $260 |   | |
| Titanium Exhausts | $750 |   | ||
| Carbon Exhausts | $1,800 |   | ||
| Aluminum Exhausts | $3,000 |   | ||
| Explosives | Ignition Bomb | $5,000 | ||
| Remote Bomb | $7,500 | |||
| Grilles | Stock Grille | $200 |   | |
| Retro Grille | $750 |   | ||
| Classic Grille | $1,340 |   | ||
| Hoods | Stock Hood | $1,600 |   | |
| Bug Deflector | $3,000 |   | ||
| Primary Bug Deflector | $5,000 |   | ||
| Secondary Bug Deflector | $8,000 |   | ||
| USA Bug Deflector | $9,600 |   | ||
| Primary Vented Hood | $11,000 |   | ||
| Secondary Vented Hood | $11,600 |   | ||
| Vented Hood | $12,000 |   | ||
| Vented Hood II | $12,400 |   | ||
| Horns | Main article: Vehicle Customization in GTA V/Horns | - | ||
| Lights | Headlights | Stock Lights | $600 | |
| Xenon Lights | $7,500 | |||
| Neon Kits | Main article: Vehicle Customization in GTA V/Lights | - | ||
| Livery | None | $11,400 |   | |
| Centre Stripe | $18,240 |   | ||
| Blue Double Stripe | $19,380 |   | ||
| Double Stripe | $20,520 |   | ||
| "Made in the USA" | $21,660 |   | ||
| Shrewsbury Hunter | $22,800 |   | ||
| Dawn Camo | $23,370 |   | ||
| Woodland Camo | $23,939 |   | ||
| Redwood | $24,510 |   | ||
| Patriot Beer | $25,080 |   | ||
| Space Cadet | $25,650 |   | ||
| Loss/Theft Prevention | Tracker | |||
| Full Coverage | ||||
| Plates | Blue on White 1 | $200 | ||
| Blue on White 2 | $200 | |||
| Blue on White 3 | $200 | |||
| Yellow on Blue | $300 | |||
| Yellow on Black | $600 | |||
| Respray | Main article: Vehicle Customization in GTA V/Respray Colors | - | ||
| Roofs | Stock Roof | $200 |   | |
| Primary Cab | $700 |   | ||
| Secondary Cab | $1,150 |   | ||
| Bars I | $1,600 |   | ||
| Chrome Bars I | $1,950 |   | ||
| Primary Bars I | $2,400 |   | ||
| Secondary Bars I | $2,500 |   | ||
| Bars II | $2,650 |   | ||
| Chrome Bars II | $3,400 |   | ||
| Primary Bars II | $3,950 |   | ||
| Secondary Bars II | $4,500 |   | ||
| Roof Rack | $5,050 |   | ||
| Sell | Sell Vehicle | |||
| Skirts | Stock Skirts | $2,500 |   | |
| Slat Skirt | $5,500 |   | ||
| Chrome Slat Skirt | $8,000 |   | ||
| Primary Slat Skirt | $10,500 |   | ||
| Secondary Slat Skirt | $14,000 |   | ||
| Suspension | Stock Suspension | $200 | ||
| Lowered Suspension | $1,000 | |||
| Street Suspension | $2,000 | |||
| Sport Suspension | $3,400 | |||
| Competition Suspension | $4,400 | |||
| Transmission | Stock Transmission | $1,000 | ||
| Street Transmission | $29,500 | |||
| Sports Transmission | $32,500 | |||
| Race Transmission | $40,000 | |||
| Turbo | None | $5,000 | ||
| Turbo Tuning | $50,000 | |||
| Wheels | Main article: Vehicle Customization in GTA V/Wheels | - | ||
| Windows | None | $500 | ||
| Light Smoke | $1,500 | |||
| Dark Smoke | $3,500 | |||
| Limo | $5,000 | |||
Gallery[]
Design[]
Images[]
Video[]
Locations[]
- Available for purchase from Southern San Andreas Super Autos for $380,000.
- No longer available; removed from the website as part of the San Andreas Mercenaries update.
Prominent Appearances in Gameplay[]
- Auto Shop Service - This vehicle may be randomly selected to be serviced and returned to a customer.
Rockstar Games Social Club[]
Oversights[]
- The cabin doors appear to have a slight offset with the hinges, resulting in them separating from the car itself when fully opened. This is easier to notice via the Vehicle Doors function in the Interaction Menu.
- With the addition of the rear cab, it will act as if the rear windows are part of the vehicle’s body, meaning that it can prevent the player from getting shot from the back.
Radio Stations[]
- In Grand Theft Auto Online, the default radio stations are grouped by genre. The Riata uses the "Rock" group which can play:
- Los Santos Rock Radio
- Radio Mirror Park
- Kult FM (Enhanced Editions only)
- Vinewood Boulevard Radio (May not play due to a three station limit within the group)
Trivia[]
- A "riata" is a type of lasso, or noosed rope, used to capture animals such as horses, further referencing the Ford Bronco.
- Internal Grand Theft Auto Online files suggest there was going to be an emergency variant of the Riata, the variable name
POLRIATA, likely a law enforcement or police-modified vehicle, but was later cut from the game.
See Also[]
- Riata Classic – A classic variant of the Riata due to appear in Grand Theft Auto VI.