Assuming your connection isn't terrible, the game usually plays well without too much lag, especially considering how fast - paced matches can be at times. (plusxp.com)
The 7 - speed gearbox does a pretty awesome job and gear shifts are done quickly without much lag. (motorbeam.com)
Once you get into a match the combat is pretty much lag free as the game uses a combination of both dedicated servers and peer to peer connections. (gimmegimmegames.com)