At a glance
This ride spins visitors around in small colourful vehicles representing the characters from the film Cars. The cars sit on four circular platforms that spin round, with the cars swapping from one platform to another, so the vehicles look as if they’re about to cross or crash into each other without ever touching.
The setting recreates a Radiator Springs petrol station on Route 66. The decor is made up of desert rocks and old petrol pumps. Each car seats up to four people, two at the front and two at the back, for this friendly rally race.
During the ride, you feel a centrifugal force that pushes you to the side as the cars change direction. The movements are smooth but quite fast, creating unpredictable zigzags across the ground. It’s a lively ride that remains suitable for families looking for a sense of movement without drops or excessive speed.
The Cars-themed spinning ride. Cars that spin and slide across an undulating track, with country music and a Radiator Springs setting. Gentle spinning and swaying sensations, designed for families. A quick, simple option for young Lightning McQueen fans.
History
Opened on 9 June 2007 as part of the creation of Toon Studio, Cars Quatre Roues Rallye is a spinning ride inspired by the film Cars (2006). Exclusive to Disneyland Paris, it opened the same year as Crush’s Coaster and is part of the area now called Worlds of Pixar.
Technical data
- Duration
- 1 min 30
- Opened
- 2007
- Type Spinning ride
- Opening date 9 June 2007
- Duration 1 min 30
- Number of vehicles 12
- People per vehicle 4
- Hourly capacity 650 people/hour
- Design Walt Disney Imagineering
- Builder Zamperla
Theme & story
Levels & accessibility
- Fear level low
- Thrill level moderate
- Emotional impact moderate
- Perceived wait moderate
- Minimum height None (open to all)
- Recommended age kids, tweens, teens, adults
- Wheelchair access must transfer from wheelchair
- Pregnant visitors not recommended
Premier Access, Single Rider, PhotoPass
Not offered on this ride.
No Single Rider here. To save time, count on Premier Access or park opening.
No PhotoPass on this ride.
Usually open during this slot before the park opens to the public, reserved for Disney hotel guests and Disneyland Pass Gold holders, among others. The right time to ride it with a shorter queue.
Who it’s for
Pros and cons
Strong points
- Decor true to the feel of the Pixar film
- Original, fun movements without being too rough
- Ideal for young Lightning McQueen fans
Weak points
- Can make you dizzy because of the constant spinning
- Fully exposed to sun or rain during the ride
- Fairly small vehicles for groups
My verdict
Cars Quatre Roues Rallye has 12 Cars-themed vehicles that spin on four interlocking circular platforms, creating a feeling of non-stop drifting. It lasts 1 min 30, with a minimum height of 81 cm. It’s exclusive to Disneyland Paris, with country music and a Radiator Springs setting.
I find the movements fun and original, and it’s a good first ride for children who love Lightning McQueen. A nice story touch: the cars you ride in are young vehicles who dream of becoming big racing cars one day, just like their hero. Take care if you’re prone to dizziness, as the spinning is constant. And capacity is limited to 4 seats per car, which is worth knowing for groups.
Best time to visit
Calculated from the ride’s queue time history, updated every day.
Map & getting there
Cars Quatre Roues Rallye is in Worlds of Pixar, close to Crush’s Coaster.
Your questions about this ride
01 How can you avoid long queues for the most popular rides?
To avoid long queues at Disneyland Paris, I combine several tactics. First, Single Rider is free and really speeds things up on the rides that offer it, including Crush’s Coaster, Flight Force, Ratatouille and Spider-Man, as long as you’re happy not to ride with your group. Next, Disney Premier Access is a paid service that gives you priority access to the headline rides. If you’re staying in a Disney hotel, Extra Magic Time lets you into the park before official opening, and it’s the best time to ride the popular attractions back to back without queuing. Finally, heading to the most popular rides during a parade or a big show empties the queues considerably.
02 Are the queue times shown in the park reliable?
Yes, the queue times shown in the app or on the screens around the park are generally reliable. They’re often the same as, or slightly longer than, the real wait, which helps you plan your day better.
03 How can I find out if a ride will be closed for refurbishment during my trip?
Disneyland Paris publishes the list of rides closed for refurbishment on its official website, several weeks in advance. Because the parks are open all year round, the maintenance teams sometimes work on days when the parks are open, which leads to temporary closures. My advice: check this calendar (or the one on my blog) before booking, especially if there’s one particular ride you really care about.
04 What are the minimum heights for each ride at Disneyland Paris?
Here are the minimum heights for the thrill rides at Disneyland Paris. In Disneyland Park: Autopia 0.81 m, Star Tours and Big Thunder Mountain 1.02 m, Star Wars Hyperspace Mountain 1.20 m, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril 1.40 m. In Disney Adventure World: Toy Soldiers Parachute Drop 0.81 m, The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror 1.02 m, Crush’s Coaster 1.07 m, Avengers Assemble: Flight Force and RC Racer 1.20 m. The other rides have no height restrictions, which makes them ideal for families with young children.
05 Which rides might scare young children?
Several rides at Disneyland Paris can frighten young children even without a height restriction. Blanche-Neige et les Sept Nains, in Fantasyland, has dark scenes with the witch that can catch them off guard. Les Voyages de Pinocchio also has some unsettling scenes. La Tanière du Dragon, under Sleeping Beauty Castle, is home to a very impressive animatronic dragon. Phantom Manor, in Frontierland, plays on a ghostly atmosphere and is really intense for toddlers. Pirates of the Caribbean switches between cheerful moments and darker scenes. I’d suggest watching how your child reacts before you get on.
