Cognoscenti vs. Cognoscenti 55: Key Differences and Features Explained

What Are the Main Features of the Cognoscenti 55?

Main Features of the Cognoscenti 55

The Cognoscenti 55 is a luxury full-size sedan appearing in Grand Theft Auto Online as part of the Executives and Other Criminals update. It is the short variant of the Cognoscenti, inspired by the first-gen Bentley Continental Flying Spur due to its overall design and proportions.

Indeed, the vehicle retains most of the distinctive features from the Cognoscenti, while gaining a shorter and somewhat sportier design. Notably, the front end of the car appears slightly more boxier than the normal Cognoscenti, while the front bumper gains a more aerodynamic design with:

• A small extension at the bottom
• Three meshed intakes
• A license plate

However, it retains the chrome quarter strips and lacks the small lamps. The upper area maintains the same chrome meshed grille and headlamp setup. Moreover, the bonnet remains similar in design, lacking the vented portion in front of the windscreen.

Moving on to the side profile, the design remains identical to the normal Cognoscenti, although the C-pillars are slightly taller and more upright to compensate for the lack of rear window pillars from the long-wheelbase model.

Rear Design and Performance

The rear of the car retains the tail lamp setup and features from the Cognoscenti, but the bumper is more angular and lacks a rear vented section. Additionally, the chrome strip extends further towards the sides, near the rear wheel arches. The boot seems to feature a small duct-tail spoiler, while the entire rear is less slanted in comparison to the normal version. The exhaust tubes are located below the rear bumper.

Given its short wheelbase, the Cognoscenti 55 improves over the original Cognoscenti, boasting:

• Acceptable rate of acceleration
• Impressive turning radius
• Good braking power

This performance is stunning for a vehicle of its size and weight. Additionally, the vehicle offers good traction, allowing for control around corners at high speeds without excessive loss of control.

Wheels, Engine, and Cost

The wheels of the Cognoscenti 55 use a set of rims similar to the ‘Supernova’ SUV rims available in Los Santos Customs, wrapped in low-profile tires. Behind the rims, silver brake disks with several lines grooved into the rotor and caliper can be seen. The engine cover appears to be a single-cam V8, coupled to a 5-speed low-geared gearbox, connected to a rear-wheel-drive drivetrain. The engine sound matches that of the Tornado and the Bullet.

The Cognoscenti 55 is available for purchase from Legendary Motorsport for $154,000.

Cognoscenti 55 (Armored)

The Cognoscenti 55 (Armored) is essentially the armored variant, which features:

• Armor padding on the sides
• Window armoring on the pillars

In this variant, the chrome details from the base model are replaced by black, plastic-like ones, although the silver badging is retained.

This armored version can withstand various attacks, such as:

• 1 Sticky Bomb (2nd will destroy the vehicle)
• 1 Homing Launcher/Rocket Launcher (2nd will destroy the vehicle)
• 1 Grenade (2nd will destroy the vehicle)
• 1 Missile/Tank Shell (2nd will destroy the vehicle)
• 1 Canon shot from a Valkyrie (2nd will destroy the vehicle)
• Approximately 200 rounds from a Minigun
• Approximately 3 seconds of firing from a mounted minigun

Compared to the standard version, the armored Cognoscenti 55 further improves in acceleration rate. While the turning remains impressive, it is slightly less so compared to the original Cognoscenti 55 due to the added weight.

Lastly, the Cognoscenti 55 (Armored) is available for purchase from Legendary Motorsport for $396,000.

Statistical Overview of Cognoscenti 55

Cognoscenti 55: GTA V Statistics:

• Speed: 77.80
• Acceleration: 66.25
• Braking: 19.00
• Handling: 66.25
• Overall: 57.32

How Does the Cognoscenti Compare to its Sedan Version?

When comparing the Cognoscenti and its sedan version, the Cognoscenti 55, several key specifications and features stand out:

• Top Speed:
  • Cognoscenti: 86.99 mph (140.00 km/h) in game code; real top speed: 110.00 mph (177.03 km/h)
  • Cognoscenti 55: 90.10 mph (145.00 km/h) in game code; real top speed: 112.50 mph (181.05 km/h)
• Lap Time:
  • Cognoscenti: 1:16.410
  • Cognoscenti 55: 1:13.807
• Overall Rating:
  • Cognoscenti: 55.52%
  • Cognoscenti 55: 57.32%
• Class and Availability:
  • Both vehicles are in the sedans class and manufactured by Enus, seating 4 occupants.
  • Cognoscenti is currently unavailable for purchase; Cognoscenti 55 can be acquired through Legendary Motorsport.
• Design Influence:
  • Cognoscenti is largely based on the Maybach 62 with front influence from the first generation Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
  • Cognoscenti 55 is the short variant, also inspired by the first-gen Bentley Continental Flying Spur due to its overall design and proportions.
• Wheelbase and Handling:
  • Cognoscenti is the larger, long wheelbase version.
  • Cognoscenti 55 is the smaller, short wheelbase version, likely offering better handling.
  • The 55 is sportier and shorter, while the ‘LWB’ is longer, more subtle, and executive.
• Performance:
  • Cognoscenti 55 has slightly improved performance over the original Cognoscenti, with acceptable acceleration and impressive turning capabilities.

Real-Life Inspirations Behind the Cognoscenti Models

The Cognoscenti is largely based on the Maybach 62, with front influence from the first generation Bentley Continental Flying Spur.

Furthermore, the design draws inspiration from various other luxury vehicles:

• The front bumper, trim on the rear bumper, and to a lesser extent, the headlights are inspired by the facelifted Jaguar S-Type.
• The tail lights may have been inspired by the second generation Lexus SC.
• The chrome surrounded headlights, wheels, and the rear plate holder are nearly identical to those of the Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph, though the plate holder might be influenced by the third generation Lincoln Town Car.

Additionally, the Cognoscenti features a wheelbase long enough to qualify for a limousine classification, yet is shorter in length compared to the Stretch.

Specifically, the front bumper showcases chrome strips and a black vent in the center, with a separation placed between two small unusable circular lamps. The upper area is predominated by the chrome mesh grille featuring the manufacturer emblem embossed on the upper side.

The Cognoscenti Cabrio is a distinct two-door cabriolet variant. It has a compact and sporty design, inspired by the first generation Bentley Continental GT, while retaining the front and rear fascias found on all Cognoscenti models.

An armored version of the Cognoscenti was also introduced, featuring high-impact armor and high bullet-resistant windshields, in addition to several other armored cosmetic preferences. This version was added in Grand Theft Auto Online with the Executives and Other Criminals update.

Additionally, the design of the Enus Cognoscenti is inspired by the Bentley Flying Spur and the Maybach 62. The Enus Cognoscenti includes a noise-canceling interior similar to the Maybach S Class and other real-life luxury sedans and limousines.

Performance Specs: Cognoscenti vs. Cognoscenti 55

Performance Specifications: Cognoscenti vs. Cognoscenti 55

Make: Enus

Name: Cognoscenti

Class: Sedans

Price: $254,000

Seats: 4

Part of: Executives and Other Criminals

Dealer: Legendary Motorsport

The 55 is technically better than the LWB. However, if performance is your main criterion for choosing, you might want to consider purchasing a V12 Schafter instead. The LWB has quite a presence on the road.

Understanding the Variants: Cognoscenti Cabrio Explained

The Enus Cognoscenti Cabrio is a unique vehicle in Grand Theft Auto V, based off of the Bentley Continental GT. It is a two-door convertible that resembles the Cognoscenti sedan and features a capacity for 2, accommodating a driver and passenger.

While the regular Cognoscenti isn’t unique, it is quite rare. This makes variants, like Poppy’s pink Cognoscenti, coveted among the “collector” style of GTA gamer. Players can take and keep Poppy Mitchell’s Cognoscenti during the Strangers and Freaks mission “The Meltdown,” which features a unique license plate, marking it as a trophy for collectors.

Notably, the Cognoscenti Cabrio has the same front area as the Cognoscenti but includes more sloping lines leading to the rear end. Furthermore, its front bumper features horizontal chrome strips, three air intake vents, and a license plate in the center with smaller outer vents.

The Cognoscenti Cabrio can only be purchased from the in-game internet for a price of $185,000 in GTA V Story Mode. However, it was removed from in-game stores in June 2023 and is currently unavailable for purchase in GTA Online.

Finally, the actual top speed of the Cognoscenti Cabrio in GTA V is 110.00 mph (or 177.03 km/h) when it’s fully upgraded, as reliably tested in-game by Broughy1322. Enus Cognoscenti Cabrio is the second most expensive coupe in GTA 5, costing $185,000 on the www.legendarymotorsport.net website.