When designing your custom carbon fibre steering wheel, one of the biggest decisions is choosing between Alcantara and leather.
Both materials offer a premium feel, but each has its own advantages depending on how you drive and the look you want to achieve.
What Is Alcantara?
Alcantara is a premium synthetic material commonly found in high-performance vehicles from brands like BMW M, Mercedes-AMG, Audi RS and Porsche GT models.
It provides a soft, suede-like finish that offers exceptional grip and a motorsport-inspired appearance.
Benefits of Alcantara
- Excellent grip during spirited driving
- Luxurious motorsport look
- Comfortable in hot and cold weather
- Lightweight and premium finish
Alcantara is ideal for enthusiasts who want their interior to feel like a race-inspired cockpit.
Why Choose Leather?
Leather has remained the benchmark for luxury interiors for decades.
It delivers a timeless appearance while being highly durable and easy to maintain.
Benefits of Leather
- Easy to clean
- Extremely durable
- Classic luxury appearance
- Suitable for daily driving
Leather is an excellent choice for drivers who want a premium finish with minimal maintenance.
Which Material Lasts Longer?
With proper care, both Alcantara and leather can provide years of enjoyment.
Leather generally requires less maintenance, while Alcantara benefits from occasional cleaning to maintain its soft texture.
Which Should You Choose?
Choose Alcantara if you want:
- A sporty appearance
- Maximum grip
- A performance-inspired interior
Choose Leather if you want:
- A classic luxury look
- Easy maintenance
- Long-term durability
Build Your Perfect Steering Wheel
At Carbon Kingz, every steering wheel is handcrafted to order and fully customisable.
Choose from:
- Genuine carbon fibre
- Alcantara or leather
- Smooth or perforated leather
- Custom stitching colours
- Centre stripes
- LED shift lights
- Paddle shifter upgrades
Whether you prefer the race-inspired feel of Alcantara or the timeless elegance of leather, Carbon Kingz can build a steering wheel tailored to your vehicle.
Browse our collection today and create a steering wheel that’s built specifically for your car.
