This 2025 Speed UVT El Diablo VIN Verification was done by our team member in Corona, Ca. on 10-30-2025
This 2025 Speed UVT El Diablo VIN Verification was done by our team member in Corona, Ca. on 10-30-2025
The 2025 Speed UTV El Diablo is a two‑seat, high‑performance utility terrain vehicle (UTV) designed by Speed UTV (Robby Gordon’s company) for serious off‑road riding. It blends race‑spec power, rugged suspension, and premium features, targeting enthusiasts who want more than a basic side‑by‑side.
Speed UTV, founded by Robby Gordon, has developed El Diablo as one of its flagship models. It is positioned between the shorter wheelbase Baja Bandit and the larger El Jefe in its product lineup.The concept is to bring desert‑racing capability into a more factory, production model that already includes many upgrades. There are Base, Limited Edition (LE), and Robby Gordon (RG) trims.
More recently, there has been talk of an LS7 engine swap version pushing power into much higher territory (~700 hp) for racing applications.
Engine: 999 cc twin‑cylinder turbo (“Speed 999 Turbo”), liquid‑cooled, DOHC.
Power: About 225 hp on pump gas in standard turbo configuration; possibly up to ~300 hp using higher boost / E85 / special tuning (“Speed Key” etc.) in some trims.
Transmission: CVT with multiple ranges (low, high, overdrive). Drive system: 2WD / 4WD selectable.
Alternative performance option: LS7 swap version being announced, with up to ~700 hp, six‑speed sequential transmission, 37‑inch tires, intended for racing environments.
Dimensions & chassis:
Wheelbase: ~110 inches.
Width: 77 inches in many trims.
Length/height around 151″ / ~70″ depending on trim.
Suspension & travel:
Front: Dual A‑arms, ~22 inches of travel in many trims.
Rear: Trailing arms (or independent trailing arm setups), ~22 inches travel in LE/RG trims.
Shocks: LE/RG get IBP (Internal Bypass) shocks, with adjustable rebound/compression. Base trims have non‑IBP shocks.
Tires/Wheels:
Base: ~30‑inch tires with simulated bead‑locks or faux bead‑locks.
LE / RG: Larger tires (~32.5‑33″ or bigger depending on spec), real bead‑lock wheels.
Interior & amenities:
Seats: Base has plastic seats with vinyl; LE/RG have carbon fiber race seats or suede/carbons in RG, 5‑point harnesses.
Roof: Positive‑flow roof in LE/RG.
Graphics and styling: Custom graphics packages, Speed branding, etc.
Here are the known trims for the 2025 El Diablo:
| Trim / Variant | Key Differences / Upgrades |
|---|---|
| Base | Simpler setup: non‑IBP shocks, ~30‑inch tires, plastic/vinyl seats, factory graphics, standard roof etc. |
| Limited Edition (LE) | Upgrades: bead‑lock wheels, IBP shocks, carbon fiber race seats, 5‑point harness, positive‑flow roof, custom graphics, wider tires. |
| Robby Gordon Edition (RG) | Everything in LE plus more: suede/carbon suede appointments, special graphics, intercom/radio kits, custom powder‑coated roll cage / suspension components. |
| LS7 version (future / special / racing) | Planned for those wanting extreme performance: LS7 V8 engine swap, ~700 hp, large 37‑inch tires, six‑speed sequential transmission, intended for racing or Pro Unlimited‑class events. |
Safety features: roll cage / roll‑bars; 5‑point harnesses in higher trims; roof structure; strong frame.
Lighting: full LED lighting. Instrumentation: digital gauge package: speedometer, tachometer, hour‑meter, warnings for temperature/fuel etc. Steering: hydraulic power steering rack. Warranty: 6 months (standard).
Fuel type: Gasoline; requires 92 octane in standard trims.
Fuel capacity: ~15 gallons. Efficiency / MPG: I did not find reliable published fuel economy figures. Being high‑powered, heavy, turbocharged UTV, likely neither super efficient nor designed for economy. — expect fuel consumption to be relatively high under hard usage.
Competes with other high‑end, race‑oriented UTVs like Can‑Am, Polaris, etc. In particular in terms of horsepower, suspension travel, and feature content in LE/RG trims.
The wheelbase (110″), travel (~22″), and power (~225‑300 hp) place it above entry‑level performance UTVs, below extreme custom race buggies (unless with LS7 swap).
Base model MSRP: US$ 33,500.
Limited Edition (LE): about US$ 45,499.
Robby Gordon Edition (RG): about US$ 47,999.
I didn’t locate any major awards (industry‑wide) specifically for the El Diablo as of my sources.
It is notable for generating buzz due to its performance claims (especially LS7 promise) and for combining a race‑inspired package with factory availability.