A flat-bottom steering wheel designed for the track

The CSL Steering Wheel Flat 2 V2 makes its intentions clear the moment you pick it up. It features a flat design, a three-spoke aluminum rim, and a low-profile GT-style cutout. This isn’t just a revamped round living-room steering wheel—it’s a driving tool designed for single-seaters, prototypes, and modern GT cars. Fanatec positions it in the more affordable segment of its lineup, without aiming for the prestige of the Podium series, and it’s precisely this promise of a true racing wheel without breaking the bank that makes it so appealing.

A ClubSport wheel mounted on a CSL hub

In practice, this product is a clever combination. The ClubSport Wheel Rim Flat 2 is designed to be mounted on the CSL Universal Hub V2. The 27.5 cm diameter rim is made of polished and anodized aluminum, covered in high-quality red synthetic suede, and weighs approximately 690 grams. The silver and red color scheme is a bold nod to classic single-seaters. As for the hub, the V2 version features a metal reinforcement that increases stiffness by up to 23% compared to the first generation—a tangible benefit when pairing it with a powerful direct-drive motor. The metal center plate inspires confidence, and the rim remains rigid, with no unwanted flex.

A generous order intake

For this price range, the control layout is quite extensive. It features eight standard snap-dome buttons, a two-position rocker switch, two two-position toggle switches, and—most notably—a 7-way FunkySwitch that functions as a mini joystick with a rotary encoder. This lets you adjust traction control, mapping, or navigate menus without ever letting go of the rim. A three-digit LED display shows Tuning Menu functions and telemetry for compatible games—very handy for adjusting force feedback on the fly. The shift paddles have been redesigned for this V2, with significantly less flex than before, and their spacing remains adjustable to fit perfectly under your fingers.

The Strength of the Fanatec Ecosystem

The real strength of the Flat 2 V2 is the ecosystem it’s part of. When mounted on a Fanatec base (CSL DD, DD Pro, ClubSport DD, or Podium), it gives you access to all custom settings: force feedback strength, rotation angle, damping, NDP, and NFR—all controllable from the base or the Fanatec software. The Lite quick-release mount clips on by hand without tools, making it easy to swap out the rim if you’re switching between multiple steering wheels. Note that high-torque mode on the larger Podium bases requires a metal QR2 quick-release mount on the steering wheel side.

Compatibility: Check your platform

Things to check before purchasing. On PC, it’s fully compatible. On PlayStation, the steering wheel works as long as it’s paired with a PlayStation-licensed base, such as the Gran Turismo DD Pro or a CSL DD in adapted mode. However, it is not compatible with Xbox, regardless of the base used. This is a common limitation in the Fanatec lineup, so if you play on Xbox, this steering wheel isn’t for you. Also note that a Fanatec base is required and is not included.

Who is it for?

The CSL Steering Wheel Flat 2 V2 is designed for sim racers already part of the Fanatec ecosystem—whether they focus on GT, prototype, or single-seater racing—who want to step up their setup without switching to a high-end wheel. The combination of a sleek ClubSport rim and a CSL hub packed with controls clearly sets it apart from an entry-level round steering wheel, while still remaining reasonably priced in the catalog. For this user profile, the balance between what you get and the price point seems fair to us.