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Fanatec ClubSport Steering Wheel BMW M3 GT2 V2 + QR2 — Officially licensed 320 mm BMW M3 GT2 replica in Alcantara with magnetic paddles and QR2
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Fanatec ClubSport Steering Wheel BMW M3 GT2 V2 + QR2

Officially licensed 320 mm BMW M3 GT2 replica in Alcantara with magnetic paddles and QR2

Description

The Fanatec ClubSport Steering Wheel BMW M3 GT2 V2 is an officially BMW-licensed replica of the BMW M3 GT2 race car wheel, with identical dimensions and materials. This bundle includes the QR2 Wheel-Side.

Build. A realistic 320 mm diameter and ergonomic grip for GT racing. The completely revised metal internal structure is stronger and 30% lighter than the original, improving acceleration and force feedback fidelity. The rim is wrapped in genuine Italian-made Alcantara.

Controls. 11 buttons plus two paddle shifter buttons, a 7-way FunkySwitch with rotary encoder and an analog joystick. RevLEDs show engine RPM and an LED display shows telemetry and the Tuning Menu (game dependent). The electronics are firmware-updatable.

Paddles. Preinstalled ClubSport Magnetic Paddle Module (3 mm aluminum plates, CNC-machined aluminum cage, neodymium magnets), upgradable to the Podium Advanced Paddle Module with clutch paddles.

Compatibility. Podium DD1/DD2, ClubSport DD/DD+, ClubSport V2/V2.5, CSL Elite bases, CSL DD and Gran Turismo DD Pro. Windows PC and PlayStation with a PlayStation-licensed base (functionality may be limited). Not compatible with Xbox.

Where to buyUpdated Oct 30, 2026
Fanatec
FanatecOfficialBest price
In stock
USD 429.98
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Features & highlights

Officially licensed by BMW
Replica of the BMW M3 GT2 race car wheel
320 mm diameter
Revised metal structure, 30% lighter than V1
Genuine Italian Alcantara rim
11 buttons plus two paddle shifter buttons
7-way FunkySwitch with rotary encoder
Analog joystick
RevLEDs and LED telemetry display
ClubSport Magnetic Paddle Module (CNC aluminum, neodymium magnets)
Upgradable to the Podium Advanced Paddle Module
Firmware-updatable electronics
QR2 Wheel-Side included
One of Fanatec's classic GT all-rounders, now with magnetic paddles
Real BMW race car dimensions
Lighter, stiffer metal structure
QR2 included in this bundle

Driving style

The ClubSport BMW M3 GT2 V2 is an officially licensed, full-dimension replica of the BMW M3 GT2 race car wheel: 320 mm of genuine Italian Alcantara over a completely revised metal structure, sized for the precise, smooth inputs of GT and touring racing. The wheel is 30% lighter than the original GT2 version, so acceleration and force feedback fidelity both improve, and the CNC-machined aluminium magnetic paddle module gives crisp, repeatable shifts. Eleven buttons, two paddle shifter buttons and a 7-way FunkySwitch cover the inputs in Assetto Corsa Competizione, iRacing and GT racing. Best for GT and touring car racing with gloves; less suited for rally, drifting and formula cars.

Build quality

Premium build

The structure is entirely metal, redesigned to be stronger and 30% lighter than the original GT2 wheel, and the rim is wrapped in genuine Italian-made Alcantara with authentic BMW Motorsport detailing. The paddle module is CNC-machined aluminium with magnetic switching for a sharp, consistent feel, and the electronics are firmware-updatable, with the QR2 Wheel-Side included in the bundle. Reviewers describe the wheel as robust and well finished; the grips run slightly thin, but every load-bearing part is metal, which puts it firmly at the premium end.

Software

The BMW M3 GT2 V2 has no driver of its own: firmware, Tuning Menu and force feedback settings run through the Fanatec wheel base it mounts to, configured in the Fanatec App for Windows PC, which also delivers firmware updates for the wheel electronics. On console, compatibility follows the base: pair it with a PlayStation-licensed base for PS4 and PS5, while PC works with any Fanatec base. The FunkySwitch reaches the Tuning Menu on the wheel itself, RevLEDs and the display show game-dependent telemetry through the Fanatec SDK, FanaLab programs the LEDs, and SimHub can drive the display with custom dashboards.

Specifications

Buttons11 (plus 2 paddle buttons)
DisplayLED display
Shifter PaddlesMagnetic aluminum paddles (ClubSport Magnetic Paddle Module)
Diameter320 mm
ConstructionMetal structure (30% lighter than V1)
GripGenuine Italian Alcantara
Quick ReleaseQR2 Wheel-Side (included)
LEDsRevLEDs
Switches7-way FunkySwitch, analog joystick
Paddle ModeShift; upgradable to Podium Advanced Paddle Module
SoftwareFanatec driver / on-wheel Tuning Menu

Pros

  • Robust, well-finished metal build
  • Excellent magnetic paddle feel, per review
  • High-quality Alcantara grip
  • Realistic BMW GT dimensions
  • Upgradable to clutch paddles
  • QR2 included

Cons

  • Vibration motor from V1 removed
  • Grip is fairly thin for large hands
  • Some buttons need a hand off the rim
  • Not compatible with Xbox
  • Alcantara needs care

What's in the box

  • ClubSport Steering Wheel BMW GT2 V2
  • ClubSport Magnetic Paddle Module with aluminum paddle plates (pre-installed)
  • QR2 Wheel-Side (packaged separately)
  • Safety pin for long-term storage
  • Safety screw for permanent mount on wheel base
  • Quick Guide

Frequently asked questions

Which wheel bases and consoles does the ClubSport BMW M3 GT2 V2 work with?

Fanatec lists Podium DD1/DD2, ClubSport DD/DD+, ClubSport V2/V2.5, CSL Elite bases, CSL DD and Gran Turismo DD Pro. It works on Windows PC and on PlayStation with a PlayStation-licensed base, with possibly limited functionality. It is not Xbox compatible; Fanatec's Xbox FAQ notes no BMW-licensed Fanatec wheels are Xbox compatible as of August 2026.

How do the paddles and grip feel?

BoxThisLap called the new magnetic paddles a major upgrade in travel and precision, saying their feel is fantastic, and found the Alcantara high quality with a secure grip. It noted the grip is not thick, which may bother drivers with large hands. The 30% weight reduction over V1 was hard to notice in the hand.

What changed from the original BMW GT2 wheel?

Fanatec says the V2 has a revised, stronger and 30% lighter metal structure, firmware-updatable electronics and CNC aluminum magnetic paddles. BoxThisLap notes the layout, buttons, LEDs and display are unchanged, the encoders are now precise, and the vibration motor of the first version was removed.

Are there any drawbacks to the layout?

BoxThisLap found the 11 buttons spread out, so some require taking a hand off the wheel, and missed the V1's vibration motor for shift cues. Fanatec recommends cleaning the Alcantara with a microfiber cloth and lukewarm water, avoiding chemical cleaners.

How does it compare with the CSL BMW and Podium BMW M4 GT3?

Fanatec positions the GT2 V2 replica between the budget CSL Steering Wheel BMW ($189.99, polymer with snap-dome paddles) and the Podium BMW M4 GT3, the real race car wheel. The GT2 V2 adds a metal structure, Alcantara rim and magnetic aluminum paddles for $429.98 with QR2 on Fanatec US.

Is the BMW GT2 V2 good value?

BoxThisLap called it a remarkable wheel for quality, features and price and one of the fundamental wheels in the Fanatec ecosystem, while noting the price had risen. Fanatec US lists this bundle with QR2 at $429.98.

What warranty does Fanatec offer on this wheel?

Since June 3, 2025, Fanatec offers a three-year limited warranty on Fanatec-branded products bought from Fanatec or authorized retailers, plus a 30-day return window. Wear, misuse or unauthorized modifications are excluded.

What do the display and LEDs show?

BoxThisLap reports the display and LEDs show the current gear, pit limiter status and rev-limit warnings, configurable for different sim metrics. The FunkySwitch and LED display give access to the Tuning Menu during gameplay, and the electronics are firmware-updatable via the Fanatec driver.