Desert Raid
The Vapid Desert Raid is an enclosed Off-Road racer in GTA Online, added on day one of the Cunning Stunts update.
Vapid Desert Raid at a glance
Desert Raid top speed
106.75 mph. Independent testing puts the Desert Raid at 106.75 mph.
Desert Raid lap time
#14 in Off-Road. Its tested 1:06.549 lap ranks #14 in Off-Road.
Desert Raid in real life
Red Bull SMG rally raid buggy
How to get the Desert Raid in GTA Online
The Desert Raid was added to GTA Online on July 12, 2016, in the Cunning Stunts update.
It can be purchased in GTA Online from Southern S.A. Super Autos for $695,000.
It is stored in any of your owned properties or garages as a Personal Vehicle.
It can be customized at Los Santos Customs, the LS Car Meet Mod Shop, or a Vehicle Workshop in one of your properties, such as the Auto Shop.
Once acquired, you can request delivery of the Desert Raid from your Mechanic.
Performance
- Top speed
- 106.75 mph
- #25 in Off-Road · #512 overall
- Lap time
- 1:06.549
- #14 in Off-Road · #335 overall
Tested by Broughy1322
Specifications
- Class
- Off-Road
- Manufacturer
- Vapid
- Powertrain
- Combustion
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Gears
- 5
- Seats
- 2
- Mass
- 2200 kg
Armor and explosive resistance
A single homing missile or sticky bomb is enough to destroy the Desert Raid. Its only cushion is 2 hits from explosive Mk II sniper rounds.
- Homing missiles, sticky bombs, RPGs, grenades, MOC cannon, tank cannon & AA flak
- 1 hit
- Includes Oppressor Mk II and jet missiles.
- Explosive Mk II sniper rounds
- 2 hits
Counts assume full vehicle armor with a driver inside; many vehicles take far fewer hits when left empty.
Upgrades
38 options across 11 categories. Taking the priciest option in every category costs $303,700.
Armor
6
| 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
4
| Stock Brakes | $1,000 |
|---|---|
| Street Brakes | $20,000 |
| Sport Brakes | $27,000 |
| Race Brakes | $35,000 |
Engine
4
| EMS Upgrade, Level 1 | $9,000 |
|---|---|
| EMS Upgrade, Level 2 | $12,500 |
| EMS Upgrade, Level 3 | $18,000 |
| EMS Upgrade, Level 4 | $33,500 |
Explosives
2
| Ignition Bomb | $5,000 |
|---|---|
| Remote Bomb | $7,500 |
Lights > Headlights
2
| Stock Lights | $600 |
|---|---|
| Xenon Lights | $7,500 |
Livery
3
| None | $11,400 |
|---|---|
| Drone | $34,200 |
| Badger | $45,600 |
Suspension
6
| Stock Suspension | $200 |
|---|---|
| Lowered Suspension | $1,000 |
| Street Suspension | $2,000 |
| Sport Suspension | $3,400 |
| Competition Suspension | $4,400 |
| Race Suspension | $4,600 |
Transmission
4
| Stock Transmission | $1,000 |
|---|---|
| Street Transmission | $29,500 |
| Sports Transmission | $32,500 |
| Race Transmission | $40,000 |
Turbo
2
| None | $5,000 |
|---|---|
| Turbo Tuning | $50,000 |
Wheels > Tire Design
2
| Stock Tires | $200 |
|---|---|
| Custom Tires | $5,000 |
Wheels > Tire Enhancements
3
| Standard Tires | $200 |
|---|---|
| Bulletproof Tires | $25,000 |
| Low Grip Tires | $500 |
History
The Desert Raid is on sale this week, at 30% off. It has been discounted 10 times.
Discount history 10 weeks
Weekly sales
| August 20, 2026 | −30% · was $695,000 → $486,500 |
|---|---|
| May 21, 2026 | −30% · was $695,000 → $486,500 |
| July 3, 2025 | −40% · was $695,000 → $417,000 |
| September 1, 2022 | −40% · was $695,000 → $417,000 |
| October 21, 2021 | −40% · was $695,000 → $417,000 |
| November 5, 2020 | −40% · was $695,000 → $417,000 |
| April 27, 2017 | −25% · was $695,000 → $521,250 |
| February 23, 2017 | −25% · was $695,000 → $521,250 |
| November 24, 2016 | −25% · was $695,000 → $521,250 |
| August 18, 2016 | −25% · was $695,000 → $521,250 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Desert Raid cost in GTA Online?
The Desert Raid costs $695,000 in GTA Online, available from Southern S.A. Super Autos.
Where can I buy the Desert Raid in GTA Online?
You can buy the Desert Raid from Southern S.A. Super Autos in GTA Online.
What is the top speed of the Desert Raid?
The Desert Raid has a tested top speed of 106.75 mph in GTA Online, as measured by Broughy1322.
Can the Desert Raid be customized?
Yes. It can be customized at Los Santos Customs, the LS Car Meet Mod Shop, or a Vehicle Workshop in one of your properties, such as the Auto Shop.