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[[File:Merit-GTASA-front.jpg|thumb|right|305px|A Merit in GTA San Andreas (<small>[[:File:Merit-GTASA-rear.jpg|Rear quarter view]]</small>).]]
{{Infobox vehicles
| name = Merit
| front_image = Merit-GTASA-front.jpg
| image_size = 300
| caption = A Merit in GTA San Andreas
| rear_image = Merit-GTASA-rear.jpg
| vehicle_type = Civilian car
| body_style = [[:Category:4-Door Sedans and Coupes|4-door sedan]]
| capacity = 3 (driver and 4 passenger)
| manufacturer = [[Declasse]] (GTA IV)
| game_1 = GTASA
| game_2 = GTAIV
}}
The '''Merit''' is one of the many full-size four-door sedans featured in [[Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas]] and [[Grand Theft Auto IV]].
The '''Merit''' is one of the many full-size four-door sedans featured in [[Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas]] and [[Grand Theft Auto IV]].


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=== GTA IV ===
=== GTA IV ===
[[File:Merit-GTAIV-front.jpg|thumb|right|305px|A Merit in GTA IV (<small>[[:File:Merit-GTAIV-rear.jpg|Rear quarter view]]</small>).]]
In [[Grand Theft Auto IV]], the Merit, assuming a [[Declasse]] badge, is redesigned with a similar look to the [[wp:Chevrolet Impala#2000-2005|2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala]] with the back seemingly inspired by a mid-1990s [[wp:BMW 3 Series (E36)|BMW E36 3-Series]], the front bumper could be derived from a variety of cars, and the headlights look more reminiscent of a [[wp:Pontiac GTO#Revival|fourth generation Pontiac GTO]] than the Impala (the split grille is also Pontiac-like). This car is also the standard base for the [[Police Patrol]] car and a [[Taxi|taxi car]].


In [[Grand Theft Auto IV]], the Merit, assuming a [[Declasse]] badge, is redesigned with a similar look to the [[wp:Chevrolet Impala#2000-2005|2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala]] with the back seemingly inspired by a mid-1990s [[wp:BMW 3 Series (E36)|BMW E36 3-Series]], the front bumper could be derived from a variety of cars, and the headlights look more reminiscent of a [[wp:Pontiac GTO#Revival|fourth generation Pontiac GTO]] than the Impala (the split grille is also Pontiac-like). This car is also the standard base for the [[Police Patrol]] car and a [[Taxi|taxi car]]. After collecting all thirty cars for [[Stevie]] he agrees to purchase cars from [[Niko Bellic]], with the Merit fetching $1,800.
In [[Michelle (GTA IV)|Michelle]] is depicted to own a unique silver Merit when the player first meets her. The car is used during the mission [[First Date (GTA IV)|First Date]] and can be kept afterwards. It has the same properties as that of a regular Merit.
 
<gallery width="auto" perrow="2" style="font-size:95%; padding:0; text-align:left" widths="180">
Merit-GTAIV-front.jpg|A Merit in GTA IV (<small>[[:File:Merit-GTAIV-rear.jpg|Rear quarter view]]</small>).
Merit-GTAIV-Michelle-front.jpg|Michelle's silver Merit in GTA IV.
</gallery>


== Performance ==
== Performance ==
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=== GTA IV ===
=== GTA IV ===
The GTA IV rendition of the Merit is powered by a V6, mated to a 5 speed transmission in a RWD layout. Acceleration is good, but nothing special, and in line with the Merit's vanilla, everyday sedan image. Top speed is good, but not impressive : 145 km/h (90 mph). Braking is very good, and ABS is standard. The suspension is very firm, keeping the Merit flat through corners, and enabling it to corner effectively at speed. Accident deformation is acceptable, as the Merit will survive a few frontal impacts before being rendered unusable. The Merit seems suited towards any situation; it's capable of high speeds and it seems able to survive a serious car chase, making it a perfect addition to any parking space.
The GTA IV rendition of the Merit is powered by a V6, mated to a 5 speed transmission in a rear-wheel drive layout. Acceleration is good, but us nothing special, and in line with the Merit's vanilla, everyday sedan image. Its top speed, 145 km/h (90 mph), is good, but not impressive. Braking is very good, and ABS is standard. The suspension is very firm, keeping the Merit flat through corners, and enabling it to corner effectively at speed.
 
Accident deformation is acceptable, as the Merit will survive a few frontal impacts before being rendered unusable. The Merit seems suited towards any situation; it's capable of high speeds and it seems able to survive a serious car chase, making it a perfect addition to any parking space.


== Modifications (GTA San Andreas) ==
== Modifications (GTA San Andreas) ==
The Merit can be upgraded at [[TransFender]] in many aspects including [[Nitro]].
The Merit can be upgraded at [[TransFender]] in many aspects including [[Nitro]].
==Variants==
[[File:Merit-GTAIV-Michelle-front.jpg|right|thumb|275px|Michelle's silver Merit in GTA IV.]]
In GTA IV [[Michelle (GTA IV)|Michelle]] is depicted to own a unique silver Merit when the player first meets her. The car is used during the mission [[First Date (GTA IV)|First Date]] and can be kept afterwards. It has the same properties as that of a regular Merit.


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
[[Image:Merit-GTA4-wreck-front.jpg|thumb|275px|right|A [[Wrecks|wreck]] of a Merit in GTA IV (<small>[[:Image:Admiral-GTA4-wreck-rear.jpg|rear quarter view]]</small>).]]
* The Merit plays the following radio stations by default when entered:
* The Merit plays the following radio stations by default when entered:
** [[West Coast Talk Radio]] in GTA San Andreas.
** [[West Coast Talk Radio]] in GTA San Andreas.
** [[The Beat 102.7]] or [[The Classics 104.1]] in GTA IV.
** [[The Beat 102.7]] or [[The Classics 104.1]] in GTA IV.
* In GTA San Andreas, the Merit has a unique [[horn]].
* A Merit in pristine condition sells for $1,800 at [[S&M Auto Sales]] in GTA IV after completion of [[Stevie's Car Thefts]].
* The GTA IV rendition of the car unusually features a metal partition between the front and rear occupant compartments, similar to the Taxi and Police Patrol, despite being a private vehicle and thus having no need for it.
* The GTA IV rendition of the car unusually features a metal partition between the front and rear occupant compartments, similar to the Taxi and Police Patrol, despite being a private vehicle and thus having no need for it.
*In GTA San Andreas, the Merit has a unique [[horn]].
* [[Wrecks]] of the Merit can be found in GTA IV.


{{Navboxes
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Revision as of 18:21, 27 July 2012

Vehicle
Merit
A Merit in GTA San Andreas.
A Merit in GTA San Andreas.
(Rear quarter view)
A Merit in GTA San Andreas.
Appearance(s) GTA San Andreas
GTA IV
Vehicle type Civilian car
Body style 4-door sedan
Capacity 3 (driver and 4 passenger)
Manufacturer Declasse (GTA IV)
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The Merit is one of the many full-size four-door sedans featured in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas and Grand Theft Auto IV.

Design

GTA San Andreas

The Merit is originally based on a fourth generation, 1992-1995 Mazda 929, one of a handful of vehicles in GTA San Andreas with a rounded body design.

GTA IV

In Grand Theft Auto IV, the Merit, assuming a Declasse badge, is redesigned with a similar look to the 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala with the back seemingly inspired by a mid-1990s BMW E36 3-Series, the front bumper could be derived from a variety of cars, and the headlights look more reminiscent of a fourth generation Pontiac GTO than the Impala (the split grille is also Pontiac-like). This car is also the standard base for the Police Patrol car and a taxi car.

In Michelle is depicted to own a unique silver Merit when the player first meets her. The car is used during the mission First Date and can be kept afterwards. It has the same properties as that of a regular Merit.

Performance

GTA San Andreas

This rendition of the Merit is designed as a balanced out performance, having average brake response and cornering, and good acceleration and speed. Coupled with its four-seat capacity, the Merit is a practically a good choice for drive-bys and police evasion.

GTA IV

The GTA IV rendition of the Merit is powered by a V6, mated to a 5 speed transmission in a rear-wheel drive layout. Acceleration is good, but us nothing special, and in line with the Merit's vanilla, everyday sedan image. Its top speed, 145 km/h (90 mph), is good, but not impressive. Braking is very good, and ABS is standard. The suspension is very firm, keeping the Merit flat through corners, and enabling it to corner effectively at speed.

Accident deformation is acceptable, as the Merit will survive a few frontal impacts before being rendered unusable. The Merit seems suited towards any situation; it's capable of high speeds and it seems able to survive a serious car chase, making it a perfect addition to any parking space.

Modifications (GTA San Andreas)

The Merit can be upgraded at TransFender in many aspects including Nitro.

Trivia

A wreck of a Merit in GTA IV (rear quarter view).
  • The Merit plays the following radio stations by default when entered:
  • In GTA San Andreas, the Merit has a unique horn.
  • A Merit in pristine condition sells for $1,800 at S&M Auto Sales in GTA IV after completion of Stevie's Car Thefts.
  • The GTA IV rendition of the car unusually features a metal partition between the front and rear occupant compartments, similar to the Taxi and Police Patrol, despite being a private vehicle and thus having no need for it.
  • Wrecks of the Merit can be found in GTA IV.