The Cheval Surge is a four-door electric compact sedan in Grand Theft Auto V and Grand Theft Auto Online.
Influence[]
This Surge appears to be heavily influenced by the first-generation Chevrolet/Holden Volt hybrid sedan, while the front fascia bears a resemblance to that of the second-generation Honda Insight, more specifically the 2008 Honda Insight Concept car, as seen in the chrome details, light-up grille, and light LEDs. The C-pillar and side profile are most likely taken from the second-generation 5-door Ford Focus liftback.
Design[]
The Surge takes on a modern electric hatchback design reminiscent of the Dilettante. Notable details on the car include its large front grille with functional blue light strips, its entirely glass roof, and its numerous chrome and plastic accents throughout.
As noted above, the Surge features three blue light strips integrated into the chrome grille, which illuminate when the car is turned on, and remain illuminated even when the headlights are turned off. Paired with these light strips are LED running lights within the headlight assembly, which illuminate in the same shade of blue and also remain illuminated until the car is turned off.
The interior of the car uses the "Schafter" type, shared with other modern sedans such as the Asea and the Asterope, In the enhanced version, it shares the same dial set from the Tailgater. Due to the shared dial set from a gasoline-powered car, the dial cluster features oil temperature and fuel gauges, features not found on an electric car. The interior of the Surge also features two randomly spawning extras that cannot be added in Los Santos Customs:
- A cupholder mounted above the climate vent controls on the dashboard, with a Bean Machine coffee cup inside. Labeled "
extra_teninternally. - A smartphone mount positioned above the center left climate vent on the dashboard. Labeled "
extra_11" internally.
The Surge is only painted with a single primary colour, which also affects the interior stitching. It uses the same rim design as the Bullet.
Performance[]
What looks like a V8 engine cover can be found under the hood, but due to the fact that the Surge is entire electric and can still explode from bullet fire or sever impact, it is implied this may be a lithium-polymer battery or a fuel cell. Like the Dilettante, the Surge will run quietly until its speed is high.
Modifications[]
| 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 |  | |
| Custom Front Splitter | $500 | $1,000 |  | ||
| Stock Rear Bumper | $250 | $500 |  | ||
| Custom 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 | |||
| Explosives | Ignition Bomb | N/A | $5,000 | ||
| Remote Bomb | N/A | $7,500 | |||
| Horns | Main article: Vehicle Customization in GTA V/Horns | - | - | ||
| Lights | Headlights | Stock Lights | $100 | $200 | |
| Xenon Lights | $300 | $3,000 | |||
| Neon Kits | Main article: Vehicle Customization in GTA V/Lights | - | - | ||
| Loss/Theft Prevention | Tracker | N/A | $2,000 | ||
| Full Coverage | N/A | $4,750 | |||
| 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: Vehicle Customization in GTA V/Respray Colors | - | - | ||
| Sell | Sell Vehicle | N/A | $3,800 | ||
| Skirts | Stock Skirts | $300 | $600 |   | |
| Custom Skirts | $415 | $830 |   | ||
| Spoilers | None | $150 | $300 |   | |
| Tuner Wing | $275 | $550 |   | ||
| Suspension | Stock Suspension | $100 | $200 | ||
| Lowered Suspension | $500 | $1,000 | |||
| Street Suspension | $1,000 | $2,000 | |||
| Sport Suspension | $1,700 | $3,400 | |||
| Competition Suspension | $2,200 | $4,400 | |||
| Wheels | Main article: Vehicle Customization in GTA V/Wheels | - | - | ||
| Windows | None | $100 | $500 | ||
| Light Smoke | $200 | $1,500 | |||
| Dark Smoke | $450 | $3,500 | |||
| Limo | $700 | $5,000 | |||
Gallery[]
Design[]
Images[]
Locations[]
Grand Theft Auto V[]
- Often spawns in Hawick, Strawberry, and West Vinewood.
- If the player switches to Franklin, a scenario involving getting stuck in Downtown Vinewood will occur, where a Surge is located behind him.
Grand Theft Auto Online[]
- Commonly spawns throughout Los Santos, particularly in Downtown Los Santos and La Puerta.
- Available for purchase from Southern San Andreas Super Autos for $38,000 as part of the Heists update.
- No longer available in the enhanced versions of the game; removed from the website as part of the San Andreas Mercenaries update.
Rockstar Games Social Club[]
Oversights[]
- In the enhanced version, the front passenger door appears to have an oversized portion of one of its dials when viewed from a distance, likely an issue with one of the LOD models. This is best seen on NPC-driven Surges at night.
- The rear bumper is visible from the trunk.
Radio Stations[]
- In Grand Theft Auto V, the default radio stations are grouped by genre. The Surge uses the "Dance" group which can play:
- In Grand Theft Auto Online, the default radio stations are grouped by genre. The Surge uses the "Dance" group which can play:
- FlyLo FM
- Soulwax FM
- Los Santos Underground Radio (May not play due to a three station limit within the group)
- Music Locker Radio
- Media Player (Enhanced Editions only. May not play due to a three station limit within the group)
Specifications[]
Model[]
| Model name | Texture name | Handling name | Text label name | In-game name | Swankness | Flags | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GTA V and Online | surge
|
surge
|
SURGE
|
SURGE
|
Surge | 2
|
|
Population[]
| Groups | Scenario sets | Frequency (%) | Driver model | License plates | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GTA V and Online | MidMidThis vehicle will spawn in mid areas or zones (as a mid-end vehicle). |
None | 100 | None | Standard White - 100% |
Handling[]
| Max velocity (kmh / mph) | Gears | Engine type | Drivetrain | Mass (kg / lbs) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GTA V and Online | 140 / 86.8 | 1 | N/A | FWD | 1800 / 3960 |
Audio[]
| Horns | Engine | Police scanner | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Model | Category | Color | |||
| GTA V and Online | horn_list_saloon
|
saloon_3_jp_v6_hybrid
|
Cheval | Surge | 4 door sedan | No |
Traffic Default Colors[]
| GTA V and Online | PrimaryPrimaryPrimary color (1) | SecondarySecondarySecondary color (2) | PearlescentPearlescentPearlescent color (3) | WheelsWheelsWheel/tertiary color (4) | TrimTrimTrim/quaternary color (5) | AccentAccentAccent/quinary color (6) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Metallic Graphite Black (Metallic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | 7 Metallic Shadow Silver (Metallic) | 156 Default Alloy Color (Classic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | |
| 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | 74 Metallic Bright Blue (Metallic) | 156 Default Alloy Color (Classic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | |
| 33 Metallic Desert Red (Metallic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | 27 Metallic Red (Metallic) | 156 Default Alloy Color (Classic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | |
| 2 Metallic Black Steel (Metallic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | 67 Metallic Diamond Blue (Metallic) | 156 Default Alloy Color (Classic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | |
| 3 Metallic Dark Silver (Metallic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | 132 Worn White (Worn) | 156 Default Alloy Color (Classic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | |
| 4 Metallic Silver (Metallic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | 111 Metallic White (Metallic) | 156 Default Alloy Color (Classic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | |
| 61 Metallic Midnight Blue (Metallic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | 68 Metallic Surf Blue (Metallic) | 156 Default Alloy Color (Classic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | |
| 5 Metallic Blue Silver (Metallic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | 111 Metallic White (Metallic) | 156 Default Alloy Color (Classic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | |
| 105 Metallic Beach Sand (Metallic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | 106 Metallic Sun Bleeched Sand (Metallic) | 156 Default Alloy Color (Classic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | |
| 9 Metallic Midnight Silver (Metallic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | 67 Metallic Diamond Blue (Metallic) | 156 Default Alloy Color (Classic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) | 0 Metallic Black (Metallic) |
Trivia[]
- The name is a reference to its inspiration, the Chevrolet Volt. The words "surge" and "volt" are synonymous with electricity.
- Surge means "Arises" in Portuguese and Spanish, derived from the Latin word "surgo" - to get up/stand up.