Playseat Gran Turismo

Our rating : 9.3/10

Who has never heard of the video game Gran Turismo? Whether you are a racing game enthusiast or not, this game should not be completely unknown to you. Especially at a time when racing simulation games are becoming more and more realistic.

But playing with a controller is not quite the same as playing with a steering wheel or in a cockpit. These gaming accessories that seemed to be out of reach for a long time are now accessible to everyone.

For an unparalleled sim-racing experience, the big leaders are undoubtedly the Playseat. Today we are going to present you the model that is certainly the most famous of the brand, which refers to the game we have just mentioned and that we have tested for you: the Playseat Gran Turismo.

In this article, we will tell you everything about this racing simulation seat. We will tell you about its characteristics, the type of player we recommend it to, its advantages and disadvantages, its price and where you can find it for sale.

Features of the Playseat Gran Turismo

The Playseat Gran Turismo, also known as the Playseat REG 00060, is certainly one of the most famous racing seats of the brand. Its unique design has been thought out and created especially for Gran Turismo fans.

Here are its main characteristics:

• This cockpit is an official licensed Gran Turismo simulation seat, designed and developed for fans of the game of the same name.

• The Playseat Gran Turismo gaming seat was designed in cooperation with professional racing drivers. It has openings on the headrest that are reminiscent of Sparco bucket seats. There are also lateral reinforcements at the head, shoulders and thighs.
• It is compatible with all the steering wheels and pedalboards that are currently available on the market, including of course the big brands like Logitech, Thrustmaster and Fanatec, but many others.
• The Playseat Gran Turismo’s construction is of high quality, as is its stability and comfort.
• This racing simulation seat is compatible with PC and Mac OS operating systems and the following consoles: PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Wii, Wii U.
• Its black lacquered frame is really robust and it is also fully adjustable.
• The material used for the Playseat Gran Turismo is Alcantara, which is of very high quality and is very often used for luxury cars.
• For a perfect design, the simulation seat is covered with official Gran Turismo logos that are located on the front, back and sides.
• The Playseat Gran Turismo is very easy to assemble and adjust. It has a patented folding system that allows you to move and store it when not in use.
• Dimensions (L x W x H) : 130 x 50 x 98 cm
  Backrest height: 78 cm – Seat height: 24 cm
  Seat width: 48 cm – Seat depth: 46.5-50 cm
• Net weight: 19.8 kg

For what type of person?

The Playseat Gran Turismo was designed for Gran Turismo fans, but of course it is also suitable for players who prefer other racing games.

Since this model is easy to set up and use, while offering an incredibly realistic feel during play, it is perfect for beginners or less regular players.

For the more experienced or passionate gamer, the Playseat Gran Turismo offers high quality comfort, giving them the ability to play for hours on end without burning out and with the feeling of being in a real race car.

The weight and size requirements for using this model are as follows:

• Recommended pilot height: 120 cm minimum – 220 cm maximum.
• Recommended pilot weight: 20 kg minimum – 122 kg maximum.

This makes the Playseat Gran Turismo suitable for both adults and children.

Its advantages

The Playseat Gran Turismo simulation seat is best known for its high level of comfort. And we will not deny this information. You can spend many hours playing and still feel comfortable. The seat is well padded and this model even has a headrest. Alcantara finishes also make the seat more breathable. In terms of comfort, this model is truly top of the line.

We must also admit that the design and style of the Playseat Gran Turismo are really nice to see. The seat is so realistic that when you sit in it, you really feel like you are sitting in a real race car.

This is a model that we believe is really stable and solid. The steering wheel support is very resistant and compatible with force feedback steering wheels. The whole steel structure doesn’t move at all, even when you’re playing some pretty intense games where the force feedback can be quite powerful. This proves that the chassis is pretty solid.

And since the Playseat Gran Turismo is also compact and durable, this ensures a particularly long life.

Another advantage of this simulation seat is its compatibility and its “plug and play” function. Once the installation of the Playseat Gran Turismo is done, which shouldn’t take you too long thanks to the installation manual, all you have to do is connect all your gaming accessories without worrying about compatibility issues. Whether you have a Logitech G29 steering wheel, a T150 from Thrustmaster or an accessory from any other brand, everything should work without a hitch with this cockpit.

The Playseat Gran Turismo’s patented folding design is a real plus. Unlike other models of play seats, this one can fold up and save you some space.

Its disadvantages

While the list is not overly long, the Playseat Gran Turismo does have some drawbacks.

First and foremost, its price. This model costs, excluding promotions, a little over 400 € and even if this price is justified by the quality of materials used in its manufacture, unfortunately not everyone can afford to spend such an amount for the purchase of a cockpit.

It should also be taken into account that in this model, the support for the gearbox is not included, which inevitably generates an additional cost if you do not already have one at home.

Another negative is that the Playseat Gran Turismo is still a rather bulky gaming chair. Its dimensions, but also its weight of 19,8 kg make it not necessarily easy to move it and that it takes, as a result, quite a lot of space even when folded.

Where to get it and for how much?

Like all the chairs of the brand, the Playseat Gran Turismo is available on the Amazon.fr website where it is on sale right now with a nice discount.

Beware of tempting offers on websites selling and buying second-hand products, although there are sometimes very good opportunities, we recommend that you be really careful and vigilant if you choose to buy a second-hand game seat.

Conclusion

In our opinion, the Playseat Gran Turismo racing simulator seat really doesn’t have many flaws, except perhaps its price. Still, this one is perfectly justifiable.

This model is definitely of a very high quality, as anyone who has tested it will tell you, which is why we classify it as a top-of-the-line gaming chair.

It’s really ideal for all fans of all racing games, not just Gran Turismo, just because of its design, which gives the impression of being in a real racing car.

For its style, its quality of manufacture, its solidity and its comfort, this cockpit is for us one of the best possible choices on the market at the moment, without any possible hesitation. When you choose to buy the Playseat Gran Turismo, you can’t regret your choice!