If you are a fan of GTA 5, then you must have wondered at some point – “Can I go from the driver seat to the passenger seat without getting out of the car?” or “How do I switch to the gunner’s seat?” Even in June 2025, this question is as relevant among gamers as it was at the time of the game launch. In this article, we will tell you how to switch seats in GTA 5 and GTA Online – that too in simple language, in a very human way.
Is there an option to switch seats in GTA 5?
In normal vehicles (like cars, bikes, trucks etc.), GTA 5 still does not allow you to directly switch seats. That is, if you are in the driver’s seat and want to go to the passenger seat, you have to get out of the car and sit again from the right door.
But this is possible in certain vehicles and situations.
How to switch seats in special vehicles?
Military vehicles like APC, Dune FAV and the like (PC only):
If you want to switch to the gunner seat in these special vehicles, you can do so by pressing the “H” button. This feature allows you to switch to the gunner or secondary seat while being in the vehicle.
Aircraft like Tula and Mogul:
Some aircraft also have the option to “switch seats”, but it does not apply to all and in some it is limited to switching from co-pilot to gunner seat only.
Can I go directly from the driver seat to the gunner seat?
No. In most vehicles, you cannot switch directly from the driver seat to the gunner seat. For this, you will either have to let someone else drive or leave the vehicle first.
Is there a different way in GTA Online?
The situation is almost the same in GTA Online. While some mods and custom scripts on RP servers (like FiveM) allow you to switch seats, it is not part of the official version of GTA.
What’s new in June 2025?
After the 2025 mid-year update, some users have reported that Rockstar has made seat switching a little easier for certain missions and vehicles, but it is not yet implemented in all vehicles.
There are some tricks/mods that allow you to experience this feature on PC, but they are not considered part of the official game.
Conclusion
There is no direct and universal way to switch seats in GTA 5 yet, but it is possible in certain vehicles. If you are on a multiplayer or RP server, you may have more options. Until then, if you need to switch seats – get out, and go back in through the right door!
FAQs
Q1. Can I get into the passenger seat while driving?
No, you have to get out of the vehicle and sit again from the passenger side.
Q2. What does the “H” button do in GTA 5?
By pressing “H” in certain vehicles, you can switch to the gunner seat or other seat (only on PC).
Q3. Is this feature available in the mobile or console versions as well?
No, there is no such feature in the console and mobile versions.
Q4. How to switch seats in RP servers?
There are mods and scripts for seat switching on RP servers, which are enabled by the server admin.
Q5. Can this feature be seen in GTA 6 in the future?
There is a possibility, as players have been demanding this feature for a long time.