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Fanatec CSL Elite Pedals V2

8.4Pitwall Gear Score

Ranked #4 of 19 pedal sets we track. Launch MSRP $299.95.

A mid-range Fanatec three-pedal set with a load cell brake tuned to 90 kg and Hall-effect throttle and clutch. It suits Fanatec base owners who want a stronger brake than the CSL Pedals plus a USB option for PC.

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Strengths

  • Load cell brake tuned to 90 kg at the pedal plate; sensor rated above 200 kg
  • Contactless Hall-effect sensors on throttle and clutch
  • Pedals can be mounted individually without the heel rest
  • RJ12 to a Fanatec base, or standalone USB on PC

Watch out for

  • Hardware for inverted mounting is not included
  • Xbox use needs a compatible Fanatec base plus an Xbox-licensed Fanatec steering wheel

Score breakdown

How the Fanatec CSL Elite Pedals V2 scores: 8.4/10Methodology

  • Brake sensor40% weightload-cell
  • Max brake force20% weight90 kg
  • Pedal count13% weight3
  • Platform support13% weightpc, xbox, playstation
  • Connection options7% weightusb, base
  • Invertible7% weightYes

Full specifications

Fanatec CSL Elite Pedals V2 specifications
BrandFanatec
ModelCSL Elite Pedals V2
Released2022
Ecosystemfanatec
Pedals3
Brake sensorload-cell
Max brake force (kg)90
Connectionusb, base
PlatformsPC, Xbox, PlayStation
Platform notesPS4/PS5 use requires a PlayStation-licensed Fanatec wheel base; Xbox One/Series use requires a compatible Fanatec wheel base with an Xbox-licensed Fanatec steering wheel. Standalone USB mode is PC only.
InvertibleYes
Launch MSRP$299.95

Specs last checked 2026-10-21.

What works with the Fanatec CSL Elite Pedals V2

Derived from each product's quick release, platform licences, pedal connections and mounting, plus the caveats manufacturers publish. Amber means it can work with an adapter or needs confirming on the manufacturer's chart.

Listed for PC, Xbox, PlayStation.

On PC these pedals plug in over USB, so they work alongside any wheelbase.

PS4/PS5 use requires a PlayStation-licensed Fanatec wheel base; Xbox One/Series use requires a compatible Fanatec wheel base with an Xbox-licensed Fanatec steering wheel. Standalone USB mode is PC only.

Bases these pedals plug into

Compatible6 bases

Check a full setup with the Fanatec CSL Elite Pedals V2 in the compatibility checker

How it compares

SpecFanatec CSL Elite Pedals V2Fanatec ClubSport Pedals V3 InvertedThrustmaster Raceline Pedals III LC
Score8.48.48.2
Brake sensorload-cellload-cellload-cell
Max brake force90 kg90 kg100 kg
Pedal count333
Platform supportpc, xbox, playstationpc, xbox, playstationpc, xbox, playstation
Connection optionsusb, baseusb, baseusb, base
InvertibleYesYes—
Launch MSRP$299.95——