Tailgater
Obey · Four-door luxury sedan
The Obey Tailgater is a versatile luxury sedan that balances performance and comfort. Known for its sleek design and reliable handling, it is a popular choice among those seeking a blend of style and functionality.
Overview
The Obey Tailgater is a four-door luxury sedan featured in Grand Theft Auto V. Manufactured by Obey, a brand known for its premium vehicles, the Tailgater provides a comfortable ride with a touch of class. It is often seen as a practical choice for players who require a reliable vehicle for various missions and free-roam activities.
The design of the Tailgater is inspired by real-world luxury sedans, featuring a sleek and modern aesthetic. Its performance is characterized by a decent top speed and good handling, making it suitable for both city driving and longer road trips.
Performance
The Tailgater offers a balanced performance in the sedan class, with a focus on comfort and reliability over outright speed.
Customization
The Tailgater can be customized at Los Santos Customs, where players can enhance its performance and aesthetics through various upgrades.
Modification categories
- Engine upgrades
- Turbo
- Armor
- Wheels & tire smoke
- Window tint
- Xenon lights
- Custom plates
Paint
The Tailgater can be customized with a variety of paint options, allowing players to personalize its appearance to their liking.
How to Obtain
The Tailgater can be purchased from the in-game website Southern San Andreas Super Autos for $55,000. It can also be found in traffic around Los Santos, particularly in affluent areas.
Michael De Santa owns a Tailgater as his personal vehicle, which can be accessed and used by the player during his segments of the game.
Real-World Counterpart
The Obey Tailgater is primarily based on the Audi A6, a mid-size luxury sedan known for its combination of performance and comfort. The design elements of the Tailgater closely resemble the sleek and sophisticated lines of the Audi A6, with some influences from other luxury sedans.
Notable Uses
- Michael De Santa uses the Tailgater as his personal vehicle throughout the storyline.
- The Tailgater is featured in several missions involving Michael, emphasizing its role as a family car.
- It can be used in races and performs well in urban environments due to its balanced handling.
- Players often use the Tailgater for missions requiring a discreet and reliable vehicle.
- The Tailgater is a common choice for players looking to role-play as affluent characters in GTA Online.
Trivia
- The Tailgater is one of the few vehicles in GTA V that comes with a built-in GPS system.
- Michael De Santa's Tailgater is equipped with a unique license plate: 5MDS003.
- Despite being a luxury sedan, the Tailgater is relatively affordable compared to other high-end vehicles in the game.
- The Tailgater's design and performance make it a popular choice for players who enjoy a mix of speed and luxury.
- It is one of the few cars in the game that can be used by all three protagonists at different points in the storyline.
Variants & Related Sedans
The Tailgater has a few notable variants and competitors within the sedan class.
- Tailgater S — An upgraded version of the Tailgater with enhanced performance and luxury features.
- Schafter — A luxury sedan manufactured by Benefactor, known for its speed and elegance.
- Oracle — A high-end sedan produced by Übermacht, offering a blend of style and performance.
- Fugitive — A sporty sedan by Cheval, known for its aggressive styling and powerful engine.
