Fanatec CSL Elite McLaren GT3 V2 vs. ClubSport Steering Wheel Formula V2 | REVIEW

We directly compare Fanatec's two leading GT-style wheel rims to see which may be best suited to you.

0:00 Intro
1:01 Specs - McLaren GT3
2:37 Specs - Formula V2
4:04 Test Drive - McLaren GT3
12:06 Test Drive - Formula V2
20:33 Conclusion - McLaren GT3
23:54 Conclusion - Formula V2

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[The.Sky.Driver]

perfect timing. My Formula v2 will arrive in 3 hours.

[buzzfightbeer]

I actually really like the shifter feel. The rocker arm takes a little bit of getting used to. But it is really nice in long races. If I need to adjust car settings or scratch my nose, I can shift up and down with a single hand. There's a reason they used that type of shifter in the McLaren 650S GT3 car.

[rtizjjay]

So enjoyable review/comparison. Your pace, background music, relaxed talking, .... Thanks!

[TheJAMF]

23:11 That caveat is one of its biggest pros: the light weight makes it easier for the base to send road signals to the hands. The tiny impulses are less dampened than with a weighty wheel, so you should feel more details, like road textures.

The shifter (on the first version) did make me look for old style two fingered MTB gloves, but I didn't find them at my local online store. :)

[shattereddnb]

I wish they would release a Pro/SportsCLub/Podium version of the McLaren wheel with better shifters, vibration motors, real carbon fiber and and all together higher quality finfish, that would be sweet!

[BA-rhhy]

Woohoo.. just received my gt3 rim this past weekend and its been a blast to use. Even the wife approved 👍

[epic]

Great comparison! I replaced my Formula rim with the Maclaren V2 and haven’t touched the Formula rim since. The Maclaren V2 is just about perfect with the Clubsport V2.5.

[dannyleeracing]

I sold my Formula V2 following getting the Mclaren. Shifters are loud and long-throw as standard but easily fixable. The QR could be better as it transpires that many find it has a 'clunk' if there's any play whatsoever between the notch and the keyway on the wheel shaft and I've stuck my hand up with Fanatec to make them aware of a wider problem. Even so, it's bloody great if you ask me, just right.

[thorist]

i have the McLaren GT3 wheel on order together with the CSL DD and shifting feel is one of the most important things for me when it comes to racing, so i hope i will not find it too bad otherwise i might have to send it back and get the Formula V2...

Quick Update, it came exactly as i expected, i was not satisfied with the shifting on the McLaren GT3 wheel and also did not like how the handles material felt in my hand, so i sent it back after one week and got myself the Formula V 2.5 (not the x version as i dont like alcantara grips) and its perfect.
Taking into consideration that the metallic quick release is inculded with the formula wheel (350€) you basically end up paying only 50€ more compared to the McLaren wheel plus QR (300€ together) and its a no-brainer to me.

[hikerpunk]

How are you reckoning the Formula to be the premiere Fanatec rim? Take a peek at the website and have a drool over their higher spec stuff.
The Mclaren rim has saved sim-racing for me. Recently lost a leg and was dreading the thought of having to go back to a controller or have somebody build me an expensive solution. For just 200 quid I'm back in the game with all the control I need. I like the feel of the shifters and the push/pull motion gives me options. Cheers Fanatec for keeping me racing.

[Jpilgrim]

I love the formula v2. You may want to dial the FFB strength down a couple of notches coming from a larger wheel though. There is definitely less leverage hence stronger FFB.

[munich_zpeed]

Wow at 24:00 I heard the FIRST sound and knew, this is Diablo 2 :D Thanks for the review!

[TheSoloH]

I have both of these wheels, and I agree 99%. F v2 is just too small. 30cm is the optimum. Also the F v2 has some sharp edges which will hurt your hands on long runs. The McLaren is very nice to hold and steer. I agree with the shifters, but it's not that bad, I forget about it pretty quickly during racing.

[keepitkg]

Pre-ordered the McLaren GT3, comfort is supreme for me. I get the vibrations through the CS pedals and $200 is far easier to swallow.

[bullzeyes]

After watching your video few months ago, i made my decision to buy this McLaren GT3 V2 steering wheel. It's just arrived today. Sad to see you no longer doing video on this channel. wish you all the best.

[johnathanmoyer]

I love my McLaren GT3 wheel so much I now have both a V1 and a V2, but my F1 2018 rim with the PAPM gets so much more use. There's very few buttons on the Mclaren that are easily accessible, while I have 8 buttons, 2 rotaries. a joystick, and a funkyswitch that I can use without having to move my hands from the grips on the Formula V2. The McLaren's issues are furthered thanks to the insane amount of resistance on the pit and neutral buttons, making it futile to map them to a function that's used regularly.

[Tempest]

Excellent and thorough comparison- sharing it with some friends that are stuck deciding between these two wheels.

[FormulaProg]

Have to disagree massively on the shifters and I know a lot of others would agree, the magnetic shifters on the McLaren are far superior to the formula wheels imo. They just use a switch that feels decent but you can’t match magnets, plus the feel of the macca rim is also more premium. Not the mention the clutch paddles which the FV2 just doesn’t have unless you spend well over £500. When you consider you get magnet shifters and clutch paddles all for £199. It’s a no brainer for most.

[ryanbuch]

Thanks to your video, I cancelled my formula v2 order and ordered the McLaren gt3. Ergonomics are more important to me then a premium feeling and extra knobs. Plus, the Mclaren wheel is an actual replica of a wheel used in a GT3 car. its a no brainer.

[AndrewFosterSheff]

I too am "driving impaired", so the Mclaren GT3 V2 sounds like a great entry level / mid market wheel for me. Thanks for the review! It's on order!