GMC Typhoon
The turbocharged sleeper SUV that famously out-accelerated contemporary Ferraris.
- Power
- 280 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 5.3 s
- Top speed
- 124 mph
- Est. value
- $25k–$85k
About the GMC Typhoon
The GMC Typhoon was a high-performance derivative of the Jimmy, developed alongside the Syclone pickup to redefine American performance. It utilised a Mitsubishi TD06-17C turbocharger and a Garrett water-to-air intercooler to produce 280 hp, distributed via a BorgWarner transfer case with a 35/65 rear-bias split. While its handling was improved by self-levelling air suspension, its primary focus was straight-line speed, famously beating a Ferrari 348 in contemporary Car and Driver testing. Today, it is a cult classic, prized for its '90s aesthetic and status as the progenitor of the modern performance SUV.
GMC Typhoon specs
The GMC Typhoon produces 280 bhp (209 kW) and 475 Nm (350 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 5.3 seconds and has a top speed of 124 mph (200 km/h).
| Make | GMC |
|---|---|
| Model | Typhoon |
| Trim | 4.3 Turbo |
| Years | 1992–1993 |
| Type | Muscle |
| Body style | SUV |
| Country | United States |
| Production | About 4,697 built |
| Original price | About $29,000 when new |
| Engine | 4.3-litre turbocharged V6 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4,293 cc (4.3 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 280 bhp (209 kW) at 4,400 rpm |
| Torque | 475 Nm (350 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 4,800 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 5.3 s |
| Top speed | 124 mph (200 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,734 kg (3,823 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 161 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a GMC Typhoon worth?
A typical GMC Typhoon is estimated to be worth $25,000 – $85,000 (about £19,000 – £63,000).
Its original price when new was about $29,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
GMC Typhoon rarity in CarSpot
The GMC Typhoon is a Rare card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 46 out of 100. Performance cars, typically worth around £50,000 to £100,000. A Rare card is worth 40 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
GMC Typhoon fun facts
- The Typhoon's 0-60 mph time of 5.3 seconds made it faster than the contemporary Ferrari 348 ts in a quarter-mile drag race.
- Production was limited to just two model years, with 2,497 units built in 1992 and 2,200 units in 1993.
- Despite its SUV body, GMC strictly advised against off-roading or towing, as the lowered suspension and drivetrain were not designed for utility.
