ClubSport Steering Wheel GT Alcantara V2 Review
This will be short, the steering wheel GT Alcantara V2 is entire the same wheel as the GT style steering wheel but in genuine Alcantara® and with a striking lime green accents that add a splash of color, I really like the color in the cross-stitching, it´s a real upgrade from the white in the Suede leather version.
same product were my main thoughts when trying this steering wheel, we all know is a variation on the popular ClubSport Steering Wheel GT specifically a bundle of the new ClubSport Universal Hub V2 for Xbox One and the ClubSport Wheel Rim GT Alcantara.
At the end it was a great experience the functionality is okay, with a diameter of 33 cm that can be adjusted to a variety of GT cars and of course the rim is made in brushed and anodised aluminium and covered in genuine Alcantara ideal for a wide variety of GT cars.
Makes sense buying this machine? lest find out…
The Buyer’s Guide and Review
Last modified: March 28 of 2022.
Product Overview |
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Product Type | Steering Wheel |
Model | GT Alcantara V2 |
Serie | ClubSport |
Pedals | Not Included |
Editorial Rating | 8.9 |
Ready For | PC, PS4 Ready, Xbox one |
Product Page | Steering Wheel GT Alcantara V2 |
Videos
This video is an unboxing of the Clubsport Steering Wheel GT, yet you will get the idea of what you will get if you buy the Alcantara edition.
Brief Design Overview
- Three-spoke aluminium wheel rim with a 33 cm diameter
- Genuine Alcantara grip
- Genuine leather lime green centre stripe
- Lime green cross stitching
- Detachable button caps with Xbox One symbols
- 16 integrated buttons on top of the hub
- Four button clusters with three buttons each
- Small or big shifter paddles for different rim diameters.
- LED display for tuning or telemetry functions. It can be installed in two positions: standing or flat
Compatibility
PS5: Yes PS4: Yes PS3: No
PC: Yes
Xbox: Yes Xbox Series X/S: Yes
Note: This product becomes compatible with PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 systems when combined with a PlayStation-licensed Wheel Base.
This product is compatible with Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S systems
The full functionality can only be guaranteed on PC; this is also game-dependent.
Best game for the Clubsport GT Alcantara edition
If you’re a big race fan Project Cars series is the way to go, It has a dizzying array of cars including real-world GT3 cars, Much like Project Cars, Gran Turismo Sport features a huge array of cars and tracks and matches perfectly with this Clubsport product. Here is our complete list of games.
- Project Cars 2
- Assetto Corsa
- Gran Turismo Sport
- Dirt Rally
Wheel Base Compatibilities
- PODIUM Wheel Base DD1
- PODIUM Wheel Base DD2
- PODIUM Wheel Base DD1 PS4™
- ClubSport Wheel Base V2
- ClubSport Wheel Base V2.5
- CSL Elite Wheel Base
- CSL Elite Wheel Base V1.1
- CSL Elite Wheel Base + – officially licensed for PS4™
- CSL DD Wheel Base
- Gran Turismo DD Pro Wheel Base
Features
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Full Features
ClubSport Wheel Rim GT Alcantara®
- Three-spoke aluminium wheel rim with a 330 mm diameter
- Genuine Alcantara® grip
- Genuine leather lime green centre stripe
- Lime green cross stitching
- Weight: 979 g
ClubSport Universal Hub V2 for Xbox
- Enables Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S compatibility
- Can be used with all Fanatec wheel rims and all third-party rims using the 6 x 70 mm or 3 x 50 mm bolt pattern (e.g. Sparco, MOMO, OMP)
- ClubSport Magnetic Paddle Module preinstalled
- Detachable button caps with Xbox symbols, interchangeable with the included racing-style button caps
- 16 integrated buttons on top of the hub
- Four button clusters with three buttons each
- 7-way FunkySwitch™: left, right, up, and down directional inputs, push button, and rotary encoder functionality
- Tuning Menu button for instant access to force feedback and other Fanatec hardware adjustments
- Three-digit LED display for Tuning Menu functions and telemetry data from compatible games or third-party software. It can be installed in two positions: upright or flat
- Shifter paddle units, button clusters, and FunkySwitch™ can be removed to save weight
- DataPort-C connector for Podium Button Module Endurance (optional)
- Allows the use of third-party USB steering wheels on all compatible Fanatec bases (direct USB connectivity is not possible)
- An additional fifth button cluster can be attached (not included)
- Exchangeable aluminium quick release
- Weight: out-of-the-box configuration approx. 705 g (1000 g with QR1 Wheel-Side) plus wheel rim
What is included?
- ClubSport Wheel Rim GT Alcantara®
- The new ClubSport Universal Hub V2 for Xbox
- 4 x button clusters with three buttons each
- 2 x small levers and 2 x long levers
- 1 x FunkySwitch™
- LED display unit
- ClubSport Magnetic Paddle Module with aluminium paddle plates (pre-installed)
- Large and small paddles, bolts and spacers
- QR1 Wheel-Side (ClubSport Quick Release Adapter), packaged separately
- Safety pin for long-term storage
- Safety screw for permanent mount on wheel base
- Set of bolts
- Racing-style button caps
- ‘F’ FunkySwitch™ sticker
- Quick Guide
Comparison
Clubsport GT Alcantara 1 vs Clubsport GT Xbox One
Clubsport GT Alcantara V2 | Clubsport GT V2 | |
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Price | $399.95 * | $399.95 * |
Platform: | PC, PS4 Ready, XBox One | PC, PS4 Ready, XBox One |
Diameter: | 330mm | 330mm |
Rev lights: | ||
Display: | 3 digits LED | 3 digits LED |
Quick-release: | ClubSport | ClubSport |
Paddle shifter adjustability: | Angle, Detacheable, Distance to rim, Exchangeable, Travel, Width | Angle, Detacheable, Distance to rim, Exchangeable, Travel |
Joystick/ Vibration Motor | ||
Grip material: | Alcantara® | Suede leather |
Final Analyze
Worth the 440 $ you will spend on this product? Well, the answer is, depend, Are you making an upgrade from the “last version” to this new version? if It is your scenario, I think not, Don´t get me wrong with this rim you will get a lot of fun driving GT title yet there are not enough reasons for me to spend 400$ just for new lines in lemon colors and an Alcantara cover.
On the other hand, if you are new to GT this product is a truly beautiful steering wheel, I was impressed with the realism you get and how lightweight it is, if you wonder about the performance let me tell you is very good also amazing smoothness and force feedback strength and feel.
Steering Wheel GT Alcantara V2
Related Product
Fanatec ClubSport Steering Wheel GT Alcantara
399.95Pros
- A variation on the popular ClubSport Steering Wheel GT
- Rim is made in brushed and anodised aluminium and covered in genuine Alcantara®
- Adjustable Buttons
- Pre-assembled with large paddle shifters (small paddles are included)
Cons
- Not good if you are doing an "upgrade" from the GT with suede leather.