F1 25 2026 Season Pack: What’s New?
Out June 3, 2026. Two new teams (Cadillac and Audi), all-new 2026 regulations with active aero and 50/50 hybrid power units, plus MADRING, Madrid’s brand-new F1 circuit. Here’s everything that changes. Preorder SetupsWhen does the F1 25 2026 Season Pack release?
Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC
PS5 Pro: Enhanced PSSR available at launch
Requires: F1 25 base game, or grab the 2026 Season Edition bundle
Which teams are new on the 2026 F1 grid?
The grid grows to 11 teams. Cadillac arrives as the first major American manufacturer in decades. Audi takes over from Sauber as a full works entry.
| Team | Drivers |
|---|---|
| Cadillac | Valtteri Bottas, Sergio Pérez |
| Audi (replaces Sauber) | Nico Hülkenberg, Gabriel Bortoleto |
What changes in the 2026 F1 regulations?
The new rules change how the car behaves and how you set it up. DRS is gone. Power deployment, aero, and weight all shift. Studios have already broken down the changes in detail (see the OverTake.gg deep dive).
- Active aerodynamics: driver toggles low-drag on straights, high-downforce in corners
- 50/50 hybrid power units: equal split between ICE and electric, up from roughly 80/20
- Lighter, smaller cars: shorter wheelbase and narrower body
- Manual override: extra electric boost available for overtaking
- 100% sustainable fuels mandated across the grid
F1 setups, now available on GO Setups
We’re launching dedicated setups for F1 25 and the 2026 Season Pack. Every team, every track, every regulation, ready to install at launch.
- 11-team grid coverage, from Cadillac to Audi
- Active aero and hybrid PU calibration
- MADRING setups, built for the new Madrid circuit
What is MADRING, the new Madrid F1 circuit?
First brand-new F1 track since 2023. 5.4 km, 22 corners, hybrid street and purpose-built layout on the outskirts of Madrid.
How much does it cost?
| Edition | PS5 / Xbox | PC |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Season Pack (DLC, if you own F1 25) | £24.99 / €29.99 | £21.99 / €24.99 |
| 2026 Season Edition (base game + DLC) | £49.99 / €59.99 | £44.99 / €49.99 |
Is it worth buying?
You want to drive the new 2026 regulations (active aero, hybrid power units), race the updated 11-team grid with Cadillac and Audi, and tackle the new MADRING circuit.
You only play F1 25 occasionally, you stick to classic eras and older cars, or you’re waiting for a brand-new standalone F1 title instead of a DLC.
FAQ
Yes, it’s a DLC. If you don’t own F1 25, buy the 2026 Season Edition which bundles both.
No. EA released the 2026 season as DLC for F1 25 rather than a brand-new title.
No. The 2026 cars, regulations, and tyres are different enough that base setups need reworking. GO Setups publishes dedicated 2026 setups at launch.
Yes, it’s the new Madrid venue added to the 2026 F1 calendar.
