Fanatec · wheel · 2021
Fanatec CSL Steering Wheel P1 V2
300 mm rubber-rim Fanatec wheel with RevStripe, metal paddles and QR2 Lite, PC/PlayStation only
Fanatec's basic 30 cm round rim, and the one most CSL DD PC bundles ship with. It's a working starter rim, but it's mostly plastic and it isn't Xbox-licensed.
AI rating
- Ergonomics
- 7
- Controls
- 6
- Build quality
- 6
- Versatility
- 5
- Value
- 7
Who it suits
- First rig
- 7
- Console racing
- 4
- Competitive racing
- 5
- Small rooms
- 8
- Tight budgets
- 8
- Enthusiasts
- 3
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
- Light round rim that suits road cars and drifting
- Cheapest way onto the Fanatec quick release
- Works on PS5 when mounted on a PlayStation-licensed Fanatec base
- Not Xbox-licensed, so it won't make any Fanatec base work on Xbox
- Plastic shell and rubber grip feel basic next to a DD base
- A round rim is less natural than a GT or D-shape rim for modern race cars
Watch out: Not Xbox-licensed: with this rim, a Fanatec base won't work on Xbox. Pick the McLaren GT3 V2 if Xbox matters.
What it feels like
- Grip
- Weight
- Clickiness
- Reach
The rubber rim feels grippy and a bit plain, not plush.
The metal paddles give a distinct snap-dome click.
At 300 mm it feels like a standard sports-car wheel.
About the size of a typical hot-hatch steering wheel.
What the CSL Steering Wheel P1 V2 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 and PC.
- Not on Xbox: rim isn't Xbox-licensed.
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 |
Tech facts
| Diameter | 300 mm (11.8 in) |
|---|---|
| Paddles | Yes |
| Grip | Rubber |
| Connection | Fanatec quick release to wheel base (wheel is powered by the base) |
| Software | Fanatec Control Panel (PC) |
| Quick release | Fanatec QR |
| Size (W × D × H) | 12 × 4 × 12 in (30 × 9 × 30 cm) |
| Weight | 2 lb (0.9 kg) |
| Materials | Plastic and rubber |
| Released | 2021 |
| Platforms | PS5XboxPC |
Our take
AI analysis of public information, not a hands-on review.
The CSL P1 V2 is Fanatec's entry rim, and it covers the basics well. It has a 300 mm round rubberised rim, metal paddles with a snap-dome click, a RevStripe LED rev bar, a three-digit telemetry display, and a directional stick with a push button. That's a lot of hardware for about $170, and the telemetry display is something budget wheels from other brands often lack. It's a natural pair for the CSL DD, where the wheel's roughly 8 Nm torque cap isn't a limit on that base's output.
The main trade-off is platform support. Fanatec lists it for PC and PlayStation, with PlayStation working only through a PlayStation-licensed base. It is not Xbox compatible. You also need a Fanatec wheel base, which isn't included. This wheel isn't a standalone purchase for another ecosystem.
Check the quick release. Current stock ships with QR2 Lite pre-installed, but older stock or older bases may need a separate QR1 part. The rim is plain and has no suede or leather. If you want a more premium feel later, you can swap to another Fanatec rim.
Questions buyers ask
Does it work on Xbox?
No. Fanatec lists it as PC and PlayStation only, and it is not Xbox compatible. PlayStation use requires a PlayStation-licensed Fanatec base.
Does it come with a wheel base?
No. You need a compatible Fanatec base, such as the CSL DD, ClubSport DD or PODIUM DD1/DD2. Older bases may need a QR1 quick release bought separately.
Which quick release does it include?
Current stock ships with QR2 Lite pre-installed. Older stock may have had QR1 Lite, so check the listing you are buying.