Moza Lamborghini Revuelto Wheel Review: A Faithful Replica With Trade-Offs

Introduction

Moza has been releasing products at a rapid pace, and their latest addition is an officially licensed Lamborghini Revuelto replica wheel. This co-branded wheel is designed to faithfully replicate the steering wheel from the flagship hypercar, targeting the mid to high-end sim racing market. It offers both collectible value and a professional-grade driving experience, according to the manufacturer. This review focuses solely on the wheel itself, examining the hardware, software, ergonomics, and overall driving experience to help you decide if it is the right wheel for your sim rig.

Pricing and Positioning

The Moza Lamborghini Revuelto Wheel is priced at $399 in the US, €429 in Europe, £379 in the UK, and $729 in Australia. This positions it as a relatively affordable option compared to other replica wheels on the market, such as the Bentley or BMW M4 GT3 wheels from Fanatec, which are significantly more expensive. However, those wheels are FIA homologated and are essentially the exact same parts used in real race cars. This wheel is very different in that regard.

The build quality here is nowhere near what you would find on those more expensive wheels. In fact, given the quality of the switch gear, this wheel feels a little overpriced for what you are getting. It is not a low-quality wheel by any means, but it is not the same quality you would find in a real car, even a $20,000 to $30,000 vehicle, let alone a real Lamborghini.

Design and Build Quality

The majority of the construction here is plastic, including the airbag and horn assembly, which is a molded piece of plastic rather than the stitched leather found in the real car. The Lamborghini logo on the real thing has a lot more detail, whereas this is a plastic emblem with a sticker on top. The fake leather around the grips feels nice, but it is not the real leather or Alcantara you would find in the actual vehicle.

The buttons on the wheel feel a little rattly and lack a satisfying tactile click. They do the job, but they are not what you would expect for a wheel at this price point. The rotary encoders, however, have a nice feel to them. They operate as toggles that send a pulse for up or down in each direction, rather than having multi-position switch functionality. All the touch points, including the little hats on the rotary switches, are plastic.

One notable design choice is the prominent Moza logo on the front of the wheel. For a replica wheel, having a sim racing brand’s logo staring at you every time you get in the rig can be an immersion breaker. This is a trend that many manufacturers follow, but it is one that many users would prefer to see disappear.

Inputs, Outputs, and Paddles

In terms of outputs, the only feature is LED backlighting. It is not RGB or Simhub compatible, and it does not react to telemetry. The white backlighting on all the buttons is nice and adjustable in brightness, which is appropriate for this type of wheel.

There are 16 front-facing backlit buttons in total, all of which are assignable. On the back of the wheel, there are five hidden buttons on each side, similar to what you would find in the real car for navigating menus or adjusting playlists. These buttons have a relatively good feel to them.

The most significant difference from the real car is the paddle setup. Instead of a single paddle extending the full length on each side, this wheel has two analog paddles per side. These can be assigned as a dual axis with bite point, individual axes for throttle and brake, or as digital buttons if the game does not support analog paddles. This is a smart choice that adds functionality while still looking like the real car from the front.

The paddles feature genuine 3mm thick carbon fiber and aluminum cages, providing excellent rigidity with no meaningful flex. They use hall effect sensors, which means no mechanical moving parts that can wear out over time. The shifter pedals have neodymium magnets for a nice positive click. There is about 5mm of adjustment in and out for the paddles to accommodate different hand sizes.

Software and Customization

The Moza Pit House software is cohesive and easy to use, with a separate tab for each connected peripheral. For this wheel, the software options are relatively limited. You can adjust the paddle modes, including axis combine for a bite point clutch, axis split for two individual controls, or digital button mode. The LED brightness can be adjusted, and you can choose between off, constantly on, or a breathing effect.

One notable omission is the lack of ability to assign buttons to keyboard shortcuts or macros natively. This is particularly relevant for the buttons on the back of the wheel, which would be perfect for adjusting volume or skipping tracks in Spotify while driving. This functionality would require a third-party app like JoyToKey. It is a software-based limitation, so it could potentially be added in a future update.

There is also a full parameter reset button that has no confirmation prompt, so it is important to be careful not to click it accidentally. The wheel can be connected to a PC without a Moza wheelbase using the Moza adapter, which plugs into a USB port and provides inputs for the wheel, dash, shifter, and handbrake. This adapter is a necessary additional purchase for those using a different brand wheelbase.

Driving Experience

The ergonomics of this wheel are excellent, which makes sense given that it is a one-to-one replica of a real car’s layout. Lamborghini spent considerable time and resources ensuring their buyers get the best possible experience, and that translates well to the sim racing world.

Despite the plastic presentation, the wheel feels very rigid on the rig with no meaningful flex when twisting. This is thanks to an aluminum internal skeleton. At 340mm in diameter, the wheel has more of a damping effect on force feedback than a smaller diameter wheel, making the force feedback feel weaker overall. This is expected for a street car style wheel and is not necessarily a problem, but it is something to be aware of.

The wheel is relatively lightweight, striking a good balance between rigidity and overall weight. The main complaints are subjective: the Moza logo on the front, the plastic centerpiece instead of stitched leather with a proper emblem, and the overall quality of the switch gear not matching the price point.

Buying Advice

This wheel is aimed at those who enjoy casual sim driving rather than hardcore racing. It excels at providing a generic street car experience with excellent ergonomics and rigidity. However, the switch gear quality and plastic materials may leave some wanting more for the price. If it were $100 to $150 cheaper, it would be very good value. As it stands, it is a little overpriced for what you are getting.

The lack of native keyboard shortcut assignment is a notable oversight, especially given the vibe of the wheel. The analog paddles are a highlight, offering flexibility and solid construction. For those who want a Lamborghini replica wheel for collectible value and a comfortable street car driving experience, this is a solid option. For those who prioritize switch gear quality and material finishes, it may be worth considering whether the premium is justified.

Conclusion

The Moza Lamborghini Revuelto Wheel objectively does a very good job at what it sets out to achieve. The proportions are accurate, the ergonomics are excellent, and the rigidity is impressive. The analog paddles are a smart addition with high-quality construction. However, the plastic switch gear, the prominent Moza logo, and the plastic centerpiece are immersion breakers for some. It feels more like a marketing exercise than a product designed with sim drivers in mind. If you can look past these subjective criticisms, it is a capable and comfortable wheel for casual street car driving. If not, you may want to wait for a generic supercar-style wheel that offers the same experience without the brand-specific pigeonholing.