Ah, so you want to get your hands on a sleek, electric-powered machine reminiscent of a Tesla in the sprawling world of Los Santos, even in story mode! While there isn't an official "Tesla" branded car in GTA V due to copyright, Rockstar Games has done an excellent job of creating vehicles that are clearly inspired by them. The closest you'll get is the Coil Voltic, which is a dead ringer for an early model Tesla Roadster. There's also the Cheval Surge (think Chevrolet Volt) and the Karin Dilettante (like a Toyota Prius), offering other electric/hybrid options.
Let's dive into how you can acquire these futuristic rides and cruise the streets of Los Santos with an eco-friendly (or at least, electric-powered) flair!
Step 1: Understanding Your Options and Setting Your Sights!
First things first, let's manage expectations. Since you're in story mode, you won't be "buying" a Tesla directly like you would in real life or in GTA Online. Instead, you'll be finding and acquiring these vehicles in the wild. Think of it as a treasure hunt for automotive enthusiasts!
The Coil Voltic: This is your prime target for a "Tesla" experience. It's a high-performance electric sports car, and it's quite rare, but definitely obtainable.
Other Electric/Hybrid Cars: While not as flashy as the Voltic, the Cheval Surge and Karin Dilettante are good electric/hybrid options for daily driving around Los Santos.
Are you ready to embark on this vehicular quest? Let's get started!
Step 2: Locating Your Desired Electric Vehicle ️
Finding these cars in GTA V story mode requires a bit of patience and sometimes, a little luck. Unlike online mode where you can simply purchase them, in story mode, you need to rely on their spawn locations.
Sub-heading: The Elusive Coil Voltic
The Coil Voltic, being a premium electric sports car, doesn't just pop up on every street corner. Here are some of the most common and reliable places to look:
Rockford Hills: This affluent area is your best bet. Drive around the richer neighborhoods in Rockford Hills, especially near the high-end stores and mansions. The Voltic often spawns in parking lots or driving on the main roads. Be persistent – if it doesn't appear immediately, drive a block or two away and then return. The game often despawns and respawns vehicles when you move out of range.
Michael's House/Franklin's House: Sometimes, you might get lucky and find a Voltic spawning near the safe houses of Michael or Franklin, particularly in their respective garages or driveways after missions. This is less reliable but worth checking.
Specific Parking Lots: Keep an eye out for parking lots of luxury car dealerships (though you can't buy from them in story mode, they act as prime spawn points for rare cars) or even around the golf course.
Sub-heading: The Practical Cheval Surge and Karin Dilettante
These cars are more common than the Voltic and can be found in various areas.
General City Traffic: Both the Cheval Surge and Karin Dilettante appear in regular city traffic. You're more likely to spot them in urban areas like Los Santos and surrounding suburbs.
Parking Lots: Check parking lots of supermarkets, malls, and even residential areas. They're pretty common as civilian vehicles.
Step 3: Acquiring and Securing Your Electric Ride
Once you've spotted your desired electric vehicle, it's time to make it yours!
Sub-heading: The Classic Grand Theft Auto Method
Simply Steal It: This is GTA, after all! Approach the car, pull the driver out, and hop in. Be prepared for a potential police chase, especially if you steal it in plain sight or from an angry NPC.
Losing the Cops: If you do get a wanted level, quickly find a secluded area, drive into an alley, or use one of the many hiding spots on the map to lose the cops. Remember, driving off-road or finding tunnels can be very effective.
Sub-heading: Making it Yours Forever (or as close as you can get!)
In GTA V story mode, cars don't save automatically just by driving them. To keep your newly acquired electric vehicle, you need to store it.
Your Character's Garage: Each of the three protagonists (Franklin, Michael, and Trevor) has a personal garage where you can store vehicles. Drive the car into the designated garage spot. Voila! It's now saved.
Franklin's Grove Street Garage: This is often the first garage you'll unlock.
Michael's Rockford Hills Garage: Located at his mansion.
Trevor's Sandy Shores Trailer/Garage: His garage is a bit more rustic, but it serves the same purpose.
Purchasable Garages: Throughout the game, you can purchase additional garages as properties for each character. These offer more storage space.
Los Santos Customs: While you can't buy cars here, you can purchase Loss/Theft Prevention for your stolen vehicles. This will ensure that if your car is destroyed or impounded, you can retrieve it from the impound lot or have it reappear in your garage. This is crucial for keeping rare cars!
Step 4: Customizing Your Electric Dream Machine
Now that you have your "Tesla," it's time to make it truly your own!
Sub-heading: Visiting Los Santos Customs
Head to any Los Santos Customs garage on the map (marked by a spray can icon). Here, you can spend your hard-earned GTA cash on a plethora of upgrades:
Performance Upgrades:
Engine: Improve acceleration and top speed.
Brakes: Enhance stopping power.
Transmission: Smoother gear changes and better acceleration.
Turbo: A significant boost to speed.
Visual Customization:
Paint Job: Choose from a vast array of colors and finishes (metallic, matte, classic).
Wheels: Select different styles and colors for your rims.
Spoilers, Skirts, Bumpers: Add body modifications to alter the car's appearance.
Window Tints: Darken your windows for a stealthy look.
Lights: Change the color of your headlights (though this is more prevalent in GTA Online, some options exist in story mode).
Armor and Bulletproof Tires: For an extra layer of protection, consider adding armor plating and bulletproof tires. This is especially useful if you plan on using your "Tesla" in chaotic missions!
Remember: Each upgrade costs money, so make sure you have enough in your character's bank account or wallet.
Step 5: Enjoying Your Eco-Friendly (or Electrified) Ride! ️
With your Coil Voltic or other electric vehicle acquired and customized, it's time to hit the streets! Take it for a spin, enjoy the quiet hum of its electric motor (or lack thereof!), and show off your unique ride. Drive it during missions, explore the vast map, or simply cruise around Los Santos and Blaine County.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to get the Coil Voltic easily in GTA 5 story mode?
The easiest way is to persistently drive around the affluent areas of Rockford Hills, especially near the Ponsonbys store, and keep an eye out for it to spawn in traffic or parking lots. Saving and reloading near these areas can sometimes help.
How to save a stolen car permanently in GTA 5 story mode?
To save a stolen car, you must drive it into one of your character's personal garages (Franklin, Michael, or Trevor). You can also purchase additional garages as properties.
How to get electric cars in GTA 5 Online?
In GTA Online, you can purchase electric cars like the Coil Voltic, Coil Raiden, and others from in-game websites like Legendary Motorsport and Southern San Andreas Super Autos using your in-game money.
How to customize electric cars in GTA 5?
Take your electric car to any Los Santos Customs garage. There you can upgrade its performance, change its paint job, wheels, add body modifications, window tints, and even install armor and bulletproof tires.
How to find the Cheval Surge in GTA 5 story mode?
The Cheval Surge is a common electric/hybrid car that spawns frequently in regular city traffic, especially in urban areas of Los Santos and its suburbs.
How to get the Tesla Cybertruck in GTA 5 story mode?
The Tesla Cybertruck is not officially available in GTA 5 story mode. Any appearances of it are due to PC mods. If you're on PC, you can find various community-created mods to add it to your game.
How to get rare cars to spawn in GTA 5 story mode?
To encourage rare cars like the Coil Voltic to spawn, drive around their known spawn locations (e.g., Rockford Hills for the Voltic). If it doesn't appear, drive a short distance away and return, as the game's vehicle spawning system often refreshes.
How to repair a damaged electric car in GTA 5 story mode?
You can repair any damaged car, including electric ones, by driving it into a Los Santos Customs garage. Select the "Repair Vehicle" option. If you have "Loss/Theft Prevention" enabled, a destroyed car will reappear in your garage or the impound lot.
How to find the Karin Dilettante in GTA 5 story mode?
The Karin Dilettante is another common hybrid car that can be found in general city traffic and parking lots throughout Los Santos, similar to the Cheval Surge.
How to sell cars in GTA 5 story mode?
You can sell most civilian cars you find or steal at Los Santos Customs. Drive the car into the garage and select the "Sell" option. The amount you get depends on the car's value and condition.
For more information on collecting vehicles, check out this video:
