Contender

The Vapid Contender is one of the SUVs Cars vehicles featured in GTA IV & Episodes.

The design of the Vapid Contender in GTA IV is based on a real life Ford SVT Lightning Concept; Ford Explorer Sport Trac; Chevrolet Avalanche. The top speed of the Contender is 83.89 mph (135.00 km/h).

The Contender is one of the 30 vehicles required for the "Stevie's Car Thefts" side mission of GTA IV, giving you a reward of $8,250 when delivered in perfect conditions.

After completing all of Stevie's Requests, you can steal the Contender at any time and deliver it to Stevie's garage for a reward of $2,500.

This vehicle also appears in GTA 6 and GTA Online.

Contender: GTA IV Vehicle Info

Game EditionGTA IV & Episodes

Vehicle ClassSUVs, Cars
ManufacturerVapid
Monetary Value $25,000
Sell Value (Stolen) $2,500
Import Reward $8,250
Top Speed (Game Files) 83.89 mph (135.00 km/h)
Based on (Real Life)Ford SVT Lightning Concept; Ford Explorer Sport Trac; Chevrolet Avalanche
Engine PlacementFront

Contender: GTA IV Statistics

Mass / Weight 2,500 KG
Drive Train RWD
Gears5

Braking

40.00
Acceleration8.1 seconds (0-60 mph)
Suspension

25.00

Contender: GTA IV Appearances

Contender Spawn Locations in Grand Theft Auto IV
Where to find the Contender in GTA IV & Episodes:
- Broker
- Dukes
- Star Junction
- Fishmarket
- The Triangle
- Steinway
Notable Owners:
Bucky Sligo Charles Matteo Ancelotti Crime Family McReary Crime Family
Import/Export Mission
- Stevie's Car Thefts
Export Location
In the Twitchin's Sugar Factory compound, Creek Street, BOABO, Broker