Ratel
The Vapid Ratel is an Off-Road-class vehicle in Grand Theft Auto Online. It is listed at $1,873,000.
Last on sale: −30% · was $1,873,000 → $1,311,100 on March 19, 2026
Vapid Ratel at a glance
Ratel top speed
113 mph. Independent testing puts the Ratel at 113 mph.
Ratel lap time
#12 in Off-Road. Its tested 1:05.984 lap ranks #12 in Off-Road.
How to get the Ratel in GTA Online
The Ratel was added to GTA Online on June 13, 2023, in the Mercenaries update.
It can be purchased in GTA Online from Southern S.A. Super Autos for $1,873,000.
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, and also at the Agency (Imani Tech).
Once acquired, you can request delivery of the Ratel from your Mechanic.
Imani Tech upgrades
Fitted at the Agency Vehicle Workshop. Each option is a fixed one-time cost.
- Missile Lock-On Jammer$400,000
Blocks homing missile lock-on from other players and weaponized vehicles.
Performance
- Top speed
- 113 mph
- #13 in Off-Road · #411 overall
- Lap time
- 1:05.984
- #12 in Off-Road · #305 overall
Tested by Broughy1322
Specifications
- Class
- Off-Road
- Manufacturer
- Vapid
- Powertrain
- Combustion
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Gears
- 4
- Seats
- 2
- Mass
- 1860 kg
Armor and explosive resistance
A single homing missile or sticky bomb is enough to destroy the Ratel. 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
54 options across 11 categories. Taking the priciest option in every category costs $271,150.
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 |
Chassis
3
| Stock Chassis | — |
|---|---|
| Aluminum Panels | $1,100 |
| Chrome Panels | $1,350 |
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 |
Exhausts
6
| Stock Exhaust | — |
|---|---|
| Wrapped Pipes | $750 |
| Single Blast Pipe | $1,800 |
| Dual Blast Pipes | $3,000 |
| Side Exhausts | $9,550 |
| Dual Stack Exhausts | $9,750 |
Lights > Headlights
2
| Stock Lights | $600 |
|---|---|
| Xenon Lights | $7,500 |
Livery
11
| None | — |
|---|---|
| Basic Sponsors | $18,240 |
| Sprunk X-treme | $19,380 |
| Chepalle Racing | $20,520 |
| Dusche Gold | $21,660 |
| Vapid Motorsports | $22,800 |
| Atomic Motorsports | $23,370 |
| Jackal Racing | $23,939 |
| Fukaru Racing | $24,510 |
| Atomic Firecracker | $25,080 |
| Track Killer | $25,650 |
Roofs
6
| Stock Roof | $200 |
|---|---|
| Sunstrip | $700 |
| Lightbar | $1,150 |
| Strip & Lightbar | $1,600 |
| Rally Lights | $1,950 |
| Strip & Rally Lights | $2,400 |
Spoilers
6
| None | — |
|---|---|
| Mid-Level Wing | $7,050 |
| Loop Battle Wing | $10,000 |
| Race SPL Wing | $13,000 |
| Extreme Downforce BGW | $14,000 |
| Track Performance Wing | $16,000 |
Transmission
4
| Stock Transmission | $1,000 |
|---|---|
| Street Transmission | $29,500 |
| Sports Transmission | $32,500 |
| Race Transmission | $40,000 |
Turbo
2
| None | — |
|---|---|
| Turbo Tuning | $50,000 |
History
The Ratel was last discounted 22 weeks ago, the week of March 19, 2026, at 30% off. It has been discounted 4 times. It has been the podium vehicle twice.
Discount history 4 weeks
Weekly sales
| March 19, 2026 | −30% · was $1,873,000 → $1,311,100 |
|---|---|
| July 31, 2025 | −40% · was $1,873,000 → $1,123,800 |
| October 10, 2024 | −30% · was $1,873,000 → $1,311,100 |
| October 12, 2023 | −20% · was $1,873,000 → $1,498,400 |
Weekly feature history 2 weeks
| Note | ||
|---|---|---|
| Podium Vehicle | July 23, 2026 | — |
| Podium Vehicle | May 8, 2025 | — |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Ratel cost in GTA Online?
The Ratel costs $1,873,000 in GTA Online, available from Southern S.A. Super Autos.
Where can I buy the Ratel in GTA Online?
You can buy the Ratel from Southern S.A. Super Autos in GTA Online.
What is the top speed of the Ratel?
The Ratel has a tested top speed of 113 mph in GTA Online, as measured by Broughy1322.
Can the Ratel 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, and also at the Agency (Imani Tech).