Fanatec · wheel · 2020
Fanatec CSL Elite Steering Wheel WRC
300 mm Alcantara rally wheel with Snapdome paddles, LED display and built-in Xbox electronics
A dished, WRC-licensed rally rim with suede grips and Xbox licensing. It's Fanatec's natural pick for rally and drift, and the rim Fanatec itself names for a setup that covers PS5, Xbox and PC.
AI rating
- Ergonomics
- 7
- Controls
- 7
- Build quality
- 7
- Versatility
- 8
- Value
- 6
Who it suits
- First rig
- 6
- Console racing
- 8
- Competitive racing
- 5
- Small rooms
- 6
- Tight budgets
- 5
- Enthusiasts
- 6
Scores are AI analysis of public information (specs, manuals, published reviews and owner reports), not a hands-on test. How we rate
Pros and cons
- Dished rim gives leverage and room for hand-over-hand rally steering
- Xbox-licensed; Fanatec's own example for a three-platform setup on the ClubSport DD+
- Comfortable suede grip for long rally and road sessions
- Large dished rim is less precise than a GT rim for circuit racing
- Fewer in-race adjustment controls than GT or formula rims at similar money
Watch out: It's an older design that Fanatec stocks on and off, so check availability. PS5 support still depends on the base.
What it feels like
- Grip
- Weight
- Clickiness
- Reach
Compact 300 mm rim that feels quick to turn.
Snapdome paddles give a crisp, distinct click.
Alcantara grip is soft and slightly tacky.
About the size of a small hatchback's steering wheel, lighter than a GT rim.
What the CSL Elite Steering Wheel WRC works with
- Attaches with the Fanatec QR, so it fits bases that use the same system.
- With the right base it works on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series and PC.
Wheel bases it fits
Platforms show where each pairing works.
| Part | Works on | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Fanatec ClubSport DD+ (15 Nm) | PS5XboxPC | 83 |
| Fanatec CSL DD (8 Nm) | PS5XboxPC | 81 |
| Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro (5 Nm bundle) | PS5XboxPC | 81 |
| Fanatec ClubSport DD (12 Nm) | PS5XboxPC | 79 |
| Fanatec CSL DD (5 Nm) | PS5XboxPC | 74 |
Rigs that use it
- Gravel GoldPC · $3,503
Tech facts
| Diameter | 330 mm (13.0 in) |
|---|---|
| Paddles | Yes |
| Grip | Suede |
| Connection | Fanatec wheel-side quick release to a Fanatec wheel base (wheel has no USB or power of its own) |
| Software | Fanatec Control Panel (PC) |
| Quick release | Fanatec QR |
| Size (W × D × H) | 13 × 5 × 13 in (33 × 13 × 33 cm) |
| Weight | 3 lb (1.3 kg) |
| Materials | Aluminum, plastic and suede |
| Released | 2020 |
| Platforms | PS5XboxPC |
Our take
AI analysis of public information, not a hands-on review.
The CSL Elite WRC is Fanatec's officially licensed rally rim, and it's a sensible way into the ecosystem if you want something smaller than a GT wheel. Fanatec lists it at 300 mm with Alcantara grip, a 3-digit LED display, a RevStripe LED bar and detachable Snapdome paddles that give a distinct click. Its 1,092 g weight with the Simplified QRA is light, which helps the wheel respond quickly. The Xbox electronics sit in the wheel, so the same rim lets a compatible Fanatec base work on Xbox One and Series X|S, as well as PS4, PS5 and PC. It's also rated for up to 8 Nm. The trade-offs are the ecosystem lock-in and the price. You must already own, or buy, a compatible Fanatec base, since the wheel does nothing alone. At about $270 it's a mid-priced rim, and a 300 mm rally wheel suits rally and drift more than long-distance GT driving. Check your base's wheel compatibility and platform licensing before buying. Note that PlayStation use depends on the base you pair it with.
Questions buyers ask
Does it work on PS5 and Xbox?
Yes, through a compatible Fanatec base. Fanatec lists PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC. The Xbox electronics are in the wheel. Platform support depends on the base you pair it with.
Does it come with a wheel base?
No. A compatible Fanatec base is required. The wheel ships with the QR2 Lite wheel-side quick release pre-installed.
How big is it and can I change the quick release?
Fanatec lists it at 300 mm diameter and 1,092 g with the Simplified QRA, or 1,280 g with the ClubSport QRA. The adapter can be swapped for the ClubSport QRA.