Is the RECARO Race Profi SPG FIA homologated?

Yes. The RECARO Race Profi SPG is built to FIA 8855-1999 with FIA approval valid for five years from the date stamped on the shell. It suits racing use with 4, 5 and 6-point belts and is designed with rally vehicles in mind. Check the stamp date against your competition season before ordering.

How much bigger is the Profi SPG XL?

The XL shell is 35mm wider and 50mm taller than the standard size, with larger belt slots to clear bigger harnesses. Seat width at the bottom goes from 340mm to 425mm, shoulder support height from 550mm to 600mm, and mounting bolt spacing from 400mm to 450mm. Weight rises from roughly 7kg to 10kg.

What makes the RECARO Race Profi SPG suited to rally and offroad use?

The RECARO Race Profi SPG combines an integrated headrest, special lateral support in both the backrest and cushion areas, specially formed shoulder support and a friction grip shoulder surface. That level of containment is what holds a driver in place through the sustained lateral loads and impacts of stage rally and offroad competition.

Can the fit be fine-tuned?

Yes. Interchangeable seat pads come in three sizes for dialling in the driving position, and lumbar support is paddable. The pads sit only at body contact points, which lets air move through the shell for ventilation, effectively working as passive cooling on long stages. XL variants cover drivers needing more room than padding can address.

What mounts are included?

Fixed seat mounts are included. Optional aluminum or steel side mounts are available on request. Vehicle-specific seat mounts or subframes are sold separately and must be matched to your chassis, so confirm the bracket before ordering, as it determines final seat height and belt geometry.

Is it sold as a pair?

No. It is sold as a single seat, so a co-driver position needs a separate order. That is worth planning carefully on a rally car, since driver and co-driver frequently need different sizes, and upholstery comes in Velour Black or Velour Red on each.

RECARO Race Profi SPG / SPG XL Seat

The RECARO Race Profi SPG / SPG XL Seat is purpose-built for serious motorsport use, delivering proven performance in offroad, rally, and track environments where maximum support and durability are critical. Constructed from a glass fiber reinforced polymer shell, the Profi SPG provides exceptional strength and rigidity while maintaining a lightweight design, ensuring superb lateral hold under extreme driving conditions. For drivers requiring additional space, the SPG XL features a wider and taller shell with larger belt slots to accommodate bigger frames and racing harnesses without compromising safety or support. Trusted across competitive disciplines, the Race Profi SPG lineup offers uncompromising driver containment, precise feedback, and race-ready ergonomics.

Peak Body Support for Unparalleled Racing Performance

Motorsport represents the ultimate test of both driver and machine, exposing them to extreme speeds, forces, vibration, impacts, and sustained high G loads. Success demands absolute confidence in the vehicle and every component within it. A race car is uncompromising by nature, loud, rigid, and purpose-built for competition. As the primary interface between driver and car, the seat delivers constant, precise feedback from the chassis, tires, brakes, engine, and track surface. It must be engineered so perfectly that the driver can focus solely on control, performance, and winning, with total concentration required every second on track.

Like a Second Protective Skin

According to RECARO, the ultimate racing seat is one you barely notice because it supports and surrounds the driver like a second skin. Drawing on deep expertise in human anatomy, particularly spinal support, RECARO designs racing seats to provide exceptional ergonomics, helping protect the driver’s back against the intense forces encountered in motorsport.

No Compromises

Driver protection at RECARO goes far beyond perception. Safety is treated as a non-negotiable priority with no compromises. Since 1990, more than 14,200 RECARO racing seats have undergone rigorous testing. From the earliest development stages, RECARO works closely with other safety equipment manufacturers to ensure its products consistently exceed legal requirements, earning the trust of OEMs, professional teams, and racing drivers worldwide.

A Safe Seat is a Sure Win

RECARO products meet stringent FIA requirements across the board. Models such as the P1300 GT LW with flexible side mounts even comply with the demanding FIA 8862-2009 Advanced Racing Seat standard, certified for ten years of use and mandated in many top-tier championships including GT3, WRC, WRX, and ERC. RECARO shell seats have been tested under loads of up to 6.1 metric tons, demonstrating compliance with the highest design and safety benchmarks while delivering optimal driver support.
Motorsport carries inherent risk, placing extreme physical and mental demands on drivers. Absolute trust in equipment is essential, which is why leading competitors across national and international racing series choose RECARO racing shells. Exceptional safety standards, exhaustive testing, advanced manufacturing processes, and more than 115 years of experience ensure the highest possible margin of safety.

Your New Seat is as Individual as You

RECARO recognizes that every driver is unique, and proper fit is critical to performance. Just like racing apparel, a seat must suit the driver’s physique precisely to avoid distraction. RECARO racing seats are designed to fit like a tailor-made suit, combining comfort, ergonomics, and craftsmanship refined through experience, passion, and technical expertise.
To accommodate drivers of larger build, RECARO offers XL seat variants while also providing interchangeable seat pads in three sizes for fine-tuning the driving position. The pads are strategically placed only at body contact points, allowing airflow through the shell for improved ventilation and comfort, effectively acting as passive air conditioning.
RECARO’s modular system includes shells compatible with both fixed and flexible side mounts. The flexible option allows fore and aft adjustment to achieve an optimal driving position regardless of driver size. Both mounting solutions are well suited for endurance racing and events requiring rapid driver changes.

Every Inch Premium

Each RECARO racing seat combines ultra-lightweight materials, highly flame-retardant upholstery, and meticulous hand craftsmanship. In motorsport, unwavering trust in equipment quality is essential, and for more than 50 years drivers have relied on RECARO’s expertise. Peerless design, premium materials, and hand-built construction ensure every seat meets the highest performance demands.
While often imitated, RECARO designs are never matched. The brand utilizes three advanced lightweight materials; carbon fiber reinforced polymer, carbon aramid composites, and glass fiber reinforced plastic. These materials are combined using advanced bonding techniques and aerospace-grade manufacturing methods, including autoclave production for select models, to achieve maximum strength with minimal weight. Comprehensive quality control, including precise heat treatment processes, ensures flawless performance.

Upholstery / Fabric Materials

Velour: Velour is used as a durable, easy-care upholstery option on RECARO motorsport racing shells, offering proven longevity and functionality in demanding competition environments.
- Velour Black
- Velour Red

Features

Seat shell glass fiber reinforced polymer (GFRP)
Lightweight
Integrated headrest
Anatomical seat contour
Paddable lumbar support
Special lateral support in the backrest area
Special lateral support in the seat cushion area
Specially formed shoulder support
Friction grip surface around the shoulders
Highly flame-retardant upholstery (velour options available)
Includes fixed seat mounts
Seat offered in a XL version (35mm wider and 50mm taller than the standard size)
Suitable for racing use with 4, 5, and 6-point belts
Dynamic ride performance
Designed for rally vehicles
FIA approval for 5 years
Competition Seat (FIA 8855-1999)
Optional aluminum or steel side mounts

Specifications

Seat Series: Race
Seat Model: Profi SPG
Seat Variants:
- Profi SPG
- Profi SPG XL
Upholstery / Fabric Materials:
- Velour Black
- Velour Red
Seat Dimensions:
- Profi SPG:
  - Seat Height: 830mm
  - Angled Seat Height: 850mm
  - Height of Shoulder Support: 550mm
  - Height of Belt Slot: 60mm
  - Shell Outer Width at Shoulder: 590mm
  - Shell Outer Width at Seat Bottom: 470mm
  - Width Between Mounting Bolts: 400mm
  - Seat Width at Bottom: 340mm
  - Seat Depth: 790mm
  - Angled Seat Depth: 490mm
  - Center Belt Slot: 620mm
- Profi SPG XL:
  - Seat Height: 880mm
  - Angled Seat Height: 900mm
  - Height of Shoulder Support: 600mm
  - Height of Belt Slot: N/A
  - Shell Outer Width at Shoulder: 625mm
  - Shell Outer Width at Seat Bottom: 505mm
  - Width Between Mounting Bolts: 450mm
  - Seat Width at Bottom: 425mm
  - Seat Depth: N/A
  - Angled Seat Depth: N/A
  - Center Belt Slot: N/A
Seat Weight:
- Profi SPG: Approx. 7kg
- Profi SPG XL: Approx. 10kg

Other Race Series Seats

Notes

All seat dimensions ±10mm
Mounts sold separately
Images do not portray Profi SPG XL
Some images are generic for marketing purposes, actual product may vary
Sold as a single seat

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the RECARO Race Profi SPG FIA homologated? Yes. The RECARO Race Profi SPG is built to FIA 8855-1999 with FIA approval valid for five years from the date stamped on the shell. It suits racing use with 4, 5 and 6-point belts and is designed with rally vehicles in mind. Check the stamp date against your competition season before ordering.
How much bigger is the Profi SPG XL? The XL shell is 35mm wider and 50mm taller than the standard size, with larger belt slots to clear bigger harnesses. Seat width at the bottom goes from 340mm to 425mm, shoulder support height from 550mm to 600mm, and mounting bolt spacing from 400mm to 450mm. Weight rises from roughly 7kg to 10kg.
What makes the RECARO Race Profi SPG suited to rally and offroad use? The RECARO Race Profi SPG combines an integrated headrest, special lateral support in both the backrest and cushion areas, specially formed shoulder support and a friction grip shoulder surface. That level of containment is what holds a driver in place through the sustained lateral loads and impacts of stage rally and offroad competition.
Can the fit be fine-tuned? Yes. Interchangeable seat pads come in three sizes for dialling in the driving position, and lumbar support is paddable. The pads sit only at body contact points, which lets air move through the shell for ventilation, effectively working as passive cooling on long stages. XL variants cover drivers needing more room than padding can address.
What mounts are included? Fixed seat mounts are included. Optional aluminum or steel side mounts are available on request. Vehicle-specific seat mounts or subframes are sold separately and must be matched to your chassis, so confirm the bracket before ordering, as it determines final seat height and belt geometry.
Is it sold as a pair? No. It is sold as a single seat, so a co-driver position needs a separate order. That is worth planning carefully on a rally car, since driver and co-driver frequently need different sizes, and upholstery comes in Velour Black or Velour Red on each.

About RECARO

Founded in 1906, RECARO is a global leader in premium automotive seating, recognized for its fusion of ergonomic science, craftsmanship, and motorsport-inspired engineering. With more than a century of innovation, the brand develops seats that act as a natural extension of the driver, intuitive, supportive, and precisely shaped for lasting comfort and control. Every product embodies RECARO’s dedication to quality, blending meticulous handwork with carefully selected materials to meet the highest standards. From daily-driven street cars to elite racing platforms, RECARO continues to set the benchmark for seating that enhances the driving experience through exceptional fit, feel, and refinement.

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RECARO Race Profi SPG / SPG XL Seat

Peak Body Support for Unparalleled Racing Performance

Like a Second Protective Skin

No Compromises

A Safe Seat is a Sure Win

Your New Seat is as Individual as You

Every Inch Premium

Upholstery / Fabric Materials

Features

Specifications

Other Race Series Seats

Notes

Frequently Asked Questions

About RECARO

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