Karin Sultan in GTA 6
Confirmed Updated 2026-10-19
The Sultan is the series take on the Japanese rally sedan, mixing Lancer Evolution and Impreza styling with four-wheel drive. It is one of the best all-round cars in GTA V and GTA Online, and its Trailer 1 appearance makes it a likely favourite for early-game missions.
| Manufacturer | Karin |
|---|---|
| Class | Sports Cars |
| Based on | Mitsubishi Lancer Evo, Subaru Impreza, Lexus IS |
| Status | Confirmed |
| First seen | Trailer 1 |
| In GTA V / Online | Yes, returning nameplate |
| Edition | Standard |
| Top speed | After launch |
| Price | After launch |
What real car is the Karin Sultan based on?
The Karin Sultan takes its design from the Mitsubishi Lancer Evo, Subaru Impreza, Lexus IS. Like every Grand Theft Auto game, GTA 6 uses parody brands instead of licensed manufacturers: Karin is the series stand-in for Toyota. See the full list of GTA 6 cars and their real-life counterparts.
Where was the Karin Sultan seen?
Spotted in the first official trailer (December 2023).
Karin Sultan stats, price and location
Not known yet. Rockstar has not published stats; we will add it after launch on November 19, 2026.
About Karin
Karin is GTA’s Toyota, behind JDM favourites like the Futo and Sultan and practical cars like the Rebel and Vivanite. See all 3 Karin vehicles in GTA 6.
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Frequently asked questions
What real car is the Karin Sultan in GTA 6?
The Karin Sultan is based on the Mitsubishi Lancer Evo, Subaru Impreza, Lexus IS. Rockstar does not license real car brands, so GTA vehicles mix styling cues from one or more real models under parody names.
Is the Karin Sultan confirmed for GTA 6?
Yes. Spotted in the first official trailer (December 2023).
How fast is the Karin Sultan in GTA 6?
Top speed is not known yet. GTA 6 launches on November 19, 2026 for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, and we will test the Karin Sultan after release.
Is the Karin Sultan in GTA 5?
Yes, the Sultan nameplate already exists in GTA V or GTA Online. The GTA 6 version is rebuilt for the new game and may look and handle differently.