🏠Home Rig (2023 Documentation)
| Component | Model / Spec | Metric | Est. Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | Fanatec Podium DD1 PS4 | 20Nm | ~$1,200 |
| Steering Wheel | Cube Controls Formula CSX 2 | Carbon | ~$1,800 |
| Pedals | Fanatec CSL Elite Pedals LC | Load Cell | ~$300 |
| Cockpit/Rig | Sim-Lab P1 (Black) | 8020 Aluminum | ~$600 |
| Seat | Sim-Lab SPEED Series | Fixed Bucket | ~$400 |
| Display | Samsung Odyssey 49" | Ultrawide | ~$1,200 |
| Audio | Logitech G Pro X | 7.1 Surround | ~$130 |
| Accessories | Elgato Stream Deck | Control | ~$150 |
| Home Rig Total | ~$5,780 | ||
🕹️ Core Driving Controls
[Wheelbase] Fanatec Podium DD1 PS4 20Nm 2023Home
Fanatec's flagship direct drive base at the time of documentation. The DD1 PS4 variant offers PlayStation compatibility, suggesting PĂ©rez primarily plays console F1 games. 20Nm peak torque is more than sufficient for casual sim racing, though notably lower than the 25-26Nm bases used by competitive sim racers like Verstappen.
[Wheel] Cube Controls Formula CSX 2 2023Formula
A premium carbon fiber F1-style wheel — the most expensive component in Pérez's setup. Features a 4.3" LCD display showing live telemetry, magnetic paddle shifters, and dual clutch paddles with adjustable bite point. At €1,800+, this wheel is somewhat incongruent with his entry-level pedals, highlighting the setup's inconsistent tier level.
[Pedals] Fanatec CSL Elite Pedals LC 2023Budget Pick
Entry-to-mid tier load cell pedals. While functional, these represent a clear budget choice compared to premium options like Heusinkveld or Simucube ActivePedal used by serious sim racers. The load cell brake provides pressure-based input, but the construction and feel are a step below the €1,800 wheel mounted above them.
[Cockpit] Sim-Lab P1 (Black) 2023Home
Dutch-manufactured 8020 aluminum profile cockpit — a solid, stable choice common among serious sim racers. The P1 provides F1-style positioning and can handle direct drive wheelbases. Compatible with motion platforms, though Pérez does not use one.
[Display] Samsung Odyssey 49" Ultrawide 2023Single
A single curved ultrawide provides ~178° horizontal FOV without the complexity of triple monitor configuration. This is a simpler, less immersive setup compared to the triple + fourth display used by competitive drivers like Verstappen, but perfectly adequate for casual racing.
[Not Present] Motion / VR / Shifter VerifiedAbsent
PĂ©rez's setup lacks several features typical of serious sim racers: no motion platform for G-force simulation, no VR headset for immersion, single monitor instead of triple displays, and no sequential shifter or handbrake for GT racing. This confirms a casual, F1-game-focused usage pattern rather than competitive iRacing preparation.
đź“‹ Full Hardware List
| Component | Model | Notes | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | Fanatec Podium DD1 PS4 | 20Nm, PlayStation compatible | 2023 |
| Steering Wheel | Cube Controls Formula CSX 2 | Carbon fiber, LCD display | 2023 |
| Pedals | Fanatec CSL Elite Pedals LC | Entry-tier load cell | 2023 |
| Cockpit | Sim-Lab P1 (Black) | 8020 aluminum, F1 position | 2023 |
| Seat | Sim-Lab SPEED Series | Fixed racing bucket | 2023 |
| Display | Samsung Odyssey 49" | Single ultrawide curved | 2023 |
| Audio | Logitech G Pro X | 7.1 virtual surround | 2023 |
| Accessories | Elgato Stream Deck | Streaming control | 2023 |
| PC | Unknown | Never publicly confirmed | Unknown |
| Motion | None | Not installed | Verified |
| VR | None | Monitor only | Verified |
| Shifter/Handbrake | None | Paddle shifters only | Verified |
Estimated total: ~$5,500–7,000. Documentation from March 2023 — setup may have changed.
🎮 Esports & Virtual Racing History
Unlike many F1 peers, PĂ©rez has minimal sim racing involvement. His competitive history consists of a single Virtual GP appearance.
| Event | Date | Result | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virtual Azerbaijan GP | June 7, 2020 | P15 | Racing Point, F1 2019. Partnered with Jimmy Broadbent, streamed on Twitch. |
| iRacing Events | — | None | No documented participation in any iRacing special events |
| Virtual Le Mans | — | None | No participation |
| Esports Teams | — | None | No affiliation with Red Bull Racing Esports or other teams |
"I'm very busy and don't have time to train — to be competitive I need to dedicate three or four days to the simulator and I don't have that."— Sergio Pérez, on his limited Virtual GP participation (2020)
"He likes FIFA, like EA FC. He likes that."— Max Verstappen, confirming Pérez's gaming preferences
🏠Professional Simulator Access
While PĂ©rez's home setup is modest, he has had access to multi-million dollar factory simulators through his F1 teams.
Cadillac F1 Simulator (2025–Present)
Since September 2025, PĂ©rez has been training at Cadillac F1's Silverstone facility ahead of his 2026 debut. He has provided feedback on power steering feel based on virtual testing.
Red Bull Racing Simulator (2021–2024)
At Milton Keynes, Pérez used a simulator built on an actual RB1 chassis with hexapod motion platform. Christian Horner noted in Oct 2024 that three consecutive days in the sim was "not something he has ever done previously" — suggesting limited usage.
đź’° Cost to Copy PĂ©rez's Setup
Checo's Home Rig (2023)
vs. Max Verstappen's Rig
• Verstappen: Leo Bodnar 26Nm vs Pérez: Fanatec 20Nm
• Verstappen: Heusinkveld Ultimate+ vs Pérez: CSL Elite LC
• Verstappen: Triple + fourth display vs Pérez: Single ultrawide
• Verstappen: Multiple rigs vs Pérez: Single home rig
đź’ˇ Match Checo's Tier (Budget)
âť“ Sergio PĂ©rez Setup FAQ
What sim racing setup does Sergio PĂ©rez use?
Does PĂ©rez compete in iRacing or other esports?
Why are PĂ©rez's pedals so cheap compared to his wheel?
Does PĂ©rez use motion simulation or VR?
What's the difference between PĂ©rez's and Verstappen's setups?
• Wheelbase: Verstappen uses Leo Bodnar 26Nm (~$5,000) vs Pérez's Fanatec 20Nm (~$1,200)
• Pedals: Verstappen uses Heusinkveld Ultimate+ 200kg (~$1,300) vs Pérez's CSL Elite LC (~$300)
• Display: Verstappen has triple ultrawides + fourth vs Pérez's single ultrawide
• Rigs: Verstappen maintains both home and mobile rigs; Pérez has one
• Involvement: Verstappen races iRacing endurance with Team Redline; Pérez has zero iRacing events
Verstappen's total setup is ~$25,000–35,000 vs Pérez's ~$6,000.
Does PĂ©rez have a mobile rig like Verstappen?
What games does PĂ©rez play?
Also plays: FIFA / EA FC — confirmed by Verstappen as Pérez's gaming preference
Promotional: Oracle Virtual Laps telemetry demonstrations using F1 games
Not documented: iRacing, ACC, rFactor 2, or other PC sim racing platforms
Has PĂ©rez's setup been updated since 2023?
đź“š Sources & Verification
Primary Sources
- BoxThisLap.org: Sergio Pérez Sim Racing Setup (March 2023) — Primary equipment documentation from social media photos
- Motorsport.com: Pérez First Cadillac Simulator Laps (Sept 2025) — Cadillac facility confirmation
- F1 Esports: Virtual GP Statistics (2020) — Virtual Azerbaijan GP participation