The Lego Mario Kart series has significantly expanded, almost doubling its size with five new playsets launched on August 1st. This latest wave introduces fan-favorite characters previously unfeatured in Lego, such as Wario, who comes with his iconic pink kart and paraglider, bundled alongside King Boo`s Teddy Bear-inspired Buggy. A new Interactive Lego Mario & Standard Kart starter set also joins the lineup, cementing Lego Mario Kart`s growing presence.
Below is a comprehensive overview of the entire Lego Mario Kart collection, detailing the newly released sets as well as the original lineup, many of which are currently available at discounted prices.
The Complete Lego Mario Kart Collection
Wave 2 – Launched August 1st
- Interactive Lego Mario & Standard Kart (278 pieces) – $55
- Wario & King Boo (512 pieces) – $50
- Bowser’s Castle (1,068 pieces) – $100
- Shy Guy & P-Wing (249 pieces) – $20
- Piranha Plant Power-Up Pursuit (588 pieces) – $50
Wave 1 – Launched January
- Standard Mario Kart (174 pieces) – $19 (originally $20)
- Yoshi Bike (133 pieces) – $13 (originally $15)
- Baby Mario vs. Baby Luigi (321 pieces) – $23.80 (originally $30)
- Donkey Kong & DK Jumbo (387 pieces) – $29.49 (originally $35)
- Toad’s Garage (390 pieces) – $32 (originally $40)
- Baby Peach & Grand Prix Set (823 pieces) – $80
Display Model – Released May
- Mario Kart: Mario & Standard Kart (1,972 pieces) – $170
For fans of Bowser, his formidable castle now joins the collection. This expansive 1,000-plus piece set, priced at $100, perfectly complements the Grand Prix playset from the initial launch. If your interest lies more with the character than the castle, consider the soon-to-be-retired Bowser`s Muscle Car for $26, which is selling out quickly. Alternatively, another brand-new Bowser Lego set, Prince Florian & Castle Bowser, offers a different experience, recreating the final boss battle from Super Mario Bros. Wonder as a 1,251-piece model. This is one of three new Lego Super Mario mainline sets.
The second wave of Lego Mario Kart also introduces what appear to be the series` first retailer-exclusive playsets. The Piranha Plant Power-Up Pursuit, featuring Koopa Troopa and Toadette, is currently only listed on Target and the Lego Store. Similarly, the $20 Shy Guy & P-Wing set is exclusively found on Target and Lego Store pages. While official confirmation is pending, this pattern of limited availability suggests potential exclusivity, consistent with Target`s past exclusive Lego Mario releases.
As of August, the Lego Mario Kart collection now boasts 11 playsets, with most priced at $50 or less. Owning the complete collection would provide you with 17 karts, 24 figures, and a wealth of interactive accessories. This count excludes the impressive Mario Kart: Lego Mario & Standard Kart, a 1,972-piece display model for adults that launched earlier this year. For those still looking to complete their Wave 1 collection, several original Mario Kart sets, including Baby Mario vs. Baby Luigi, Toad`s Garage, and Donkey Kong & DK Jumbo, are currently discounted by 20% on Amazon and Walmart.
Below, you`ll find comprehensive details on all 11 playsets and the exceptional display model, organized from newest to oldest. For character figure collectors, we`ve also included alternative options from the traditional Lego Super Mario line, noting that figures and elements from those sets are fully compatible with the Lego Mario Kart collection.
Detailed Overview of Lego Mario Kart Sets
Interactive Lego Mario & Standard Kart (72043)
$55 | 278 Pieces
The introduction of a dedicated starter set featuring Interactive Mario signals ongoing expansion for the Lego Mario Kart series. Previously, interactive features required one of the initial Adventures with Lego Mario starter sets. Now, this set provides the Mario figure, his Standard Kart, and various interactive Action Tag accessories. The battery-operated figure boasts expressive LCD eyes and a chest screen displaying diverse elements and animations triggered by Action Tags. When an Interactive figure is in a kart`s driver`s seat, you`ll hear and see reactions during races, drifts, glides, and horn honks. The set includes a Bob-omb, Thwomp, track barriers, an interactive Item Box, traffic cones, a Banana, a starting platform, and a winner`s circle with the Mushroom Cup logo. Red and Green Shells can be launched from the kart`s removable launcher. While the Standard Kart is similar to the $20 launch version (lacking the Super Glider), this set provides a complete interactive experience. Currently, only Interactive Mario is available for Mario Kart sets, though Luigi and Peach are expected in future releases. Priced at $55, this set offers more pieces than its platforming-focused counterparts. Other Interactive Lego Super Mario starter sets, like Peach and Luigi`s, are currently discounted.
Other Lego Super Mario Interactive Starter Sets:
- Lego Mario & Standard Kart (278 pieces) – $55
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Adventures with Lego Mario (218 pieces) – $42 (originally $50)
- Also includes Bowser Jr., Green Yoshi, and Goomba figures.
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Adventures with Lego Luigi (210 pieces) – $40 (originally $50)
- Also includes Kamek, Boo, and Pink Baby Yoshi figures.
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Adventures with Lego Peach (208 pieces) – $40 (originally $50)
- Also includes Lakitu, Yellow Toad, and Lava Bubble figures.
Wario & King Boo (72038)
$50 | 512 Pieces
After five years, Wario finally makes his debut in the Lego Super Mario universe, likely becoming a fan favorite. Lego masterfully captures Wario`s signature maniacal smile. The set includes Wario`s iconic pink Badwagon and his detachable Wario Wing paraglider, which can be swapped with other karts. Also featured is the adorable Teddy Buggy, driven by King Boo, whose figure matches the one from King Boo`s Haunted Mansion expansion set (currently on sale). This 512-piece set comes with two Green Shells, a Red Shell, and two traffic cones.
Piranha Plant Power-Up Pursuit (72044)
$50 | 588 Pieces
Potentially a Target and Lego Store exclusive, this 588-piece set offers a unique kart feature: a Piranha Plant that attaches to the front of Toadette`s Cat Cruiser or Koopa Troopa`s Tanooki Kart, complete with its own rubberized tires. This creatively transforms one of the video game`s more intriguing items into a Lego build. The set also includes an Item Box with an Action Tag, two Red Shells, and one Green Shell. Each kart`s Action Tag triggers specific sound effects when driven by an Interactive Lego Mario, Luigi, or Peach. This set provides the most affordable opportunity to acquire a Toadette figure, who has only appeared in two prior, now out-of-print Lego Super Mario sets: Toad`s Treasure Hunt (still available at some retailers) and Peach`s Castle. For a larger Piranha Plant model, consider the 540-piece Lego Super Mario: Piranha Plant display model for adults, currently discounted.
Other Lego Mario sets featuring Toadette (some retired):
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Toad`s Treasure Hunt (464 pieces) – $50 (originally $70)
- Includes Toadette, Toad, 2 Cheep Cheeps, Goomba.
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Peach`s Castle (1,216 pieces) – $130
- Includes Toadette, Bowser, Ludwig, Goomba, Bob-omb.
For a larger Piranha Plant, check out the 540-piece Lego Super Mario: Piranha Plant display model for adults, which is on sale for $48 (originally $60).
Shy Guy & P-Wing (72045)
$20 | 249 Pieces
This 249-piece set is essentially a character pack, featuring Shy Guy and his P-Wing kart with a detachable Plane Glider, along with Red and Green Shells and a Banana. This is a significant addition to the lineup, as the Red Shy Guy figure has been difficult to obtain, previously found in retired mystery bags or the Boomer Bill Barrage set (now highly marked up). While Pink Shy Guy is available in the Soda Jungle Maker playset, that set is also soon to be retired.
More Lego Mario sets with Shy Guy (some retired):
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Soda Jungle Maker (598 pieces) – $44.49 (originally $55)
- Includes Pink Shy Guy, Wiggler, Piranha Plant.
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Super Mario Character Packs – Retired
- Series 2
- Series 5
- Boomer Bill Barrage (132 pieces) – Retired
Bowser’s Castle (72039)
$100 | 1,068 Pieces
Bowser`s Castle marks the first Lego Mario Kart playset to exceed 1,000 pieces, a testament to King Koopa`s dominance in Lego Mario sets. This 1,068-piece set includes Bowser and Green Yoshi with their Standard ATV and Mach 8 karts, each equipped with Action Tags for interactive figures. The impressive castle wall, over 10 inches tall, features a dropping Thwomp, destructible gated walls with obstacles like a spinning Fire Bar and a plummeting Lava Bubble, and a ramp for launching karts. A designated spot in the tower allows the Bowser figure to oversee the race. This set integrates well with others, particularly the Grand Prix set, to create larger, more elaborate race courses. For those seeking a Bowser figure without the castle, the 458-piece Bowser`s Muscle Car, featuring the same Bowser figure, is currently available for $26 but is slated to retire soon. Other notable Bowser-themed sets include the new Prince Florian & Castle Bowser, the large display model The Mighty Bowser, and The Bowser Express Train expansion set.
More Bowser-themed Lego sets:
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Bowser’s Muscle Car (458 pieces) – $26 (originally $30)
- Includes the same Bowser figure and retires soon.
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Prince Florian & Castle Bowser (1,251 pieces) – $100
- Super Mario Bros. Wonder final boss. Released August 1st.
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The Mighty Bowser (2,807 pieces) – $270
- Display model for adults.
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The Bowser Express Train (1,392 pieces) – $120
- Lego Super Mario expansion set.
Mario Kart: Mario & Standard Kart (72037) – Display Model
$170 | 1,972 Pieces
This 1,972-piece set is the sole Lego Mario Kart building kit designed for adults, offering a significantly larger and more intricate rendition of the Standard Kart. It features a highly detailed, posable Mario figure, whose head, arms, and thumbs can be moved (though he requires support to stand outside the kart). The model includes a clever display stand that allows the kart to be tilted, simulating uphill, downhill, or drifting action. While its rubberized wheels are functional, this large-scale model is intended for display rather than active play, given its delicate construction. The set comes with a physical instruction booklet and interactive support via the Lego Builder app. This model debuted as a Lego Store exclusive on May 15th before becoming available at major retailers on July 1st.
Standard Kart (72032)
$19 (originally $20) | 174 Pieces
Originally part of the January launch, this 174-piece Standard Kart set offers unique features even if you already own the Interactive Lego Mario Kart starter set. It notably includes Mario`s detachable Super Glider and a Pit Crew Toad figure. The set also provides Red and Green Shells, a Banana, and a workstation for Toad that doubles as a shell-flinging target. Both the workstation and kart feature Action Tags for Interactive Lego Mario, Luigi, or Peach, or Pit Crew Toad can drive the kart if you don`t have an interactive figure.
Yoshi Bike (72031)
$13 (originally $15) | 133 Pieces
The most budget-friendly set in the series, this 133-piece Yoshi Bike features a green bike designed after Yoshi, complete with Yoshi Egg rims, a Light Blue Yoshi figure, traffic cones, an Item Box, a Banana, and Red and Green Shells. Interactive Mario, Luigi, and Peach figures react with sounds and visuals to race starts, drifts, horn honks, and hover mode. This set introduces the Light Blue Yoshi to the Lego Mario universe, though Yoshi figures from other sets (many now discontinued) can also be used with the bike.
More Lego Mario sets with Yoshi (some discontinued):
- Super Mario Adventures Starter Course (218 pieces) – $42 (originally $50)
- Yoshi’s Egg-cellent Forest (107 pieces) – $10 (Features Yellow and Pink Yoshi)
- Yoshi’s Fruit Tree (46 pieces) – $7.80 (Features Yellow Yoshi)
- Picnic at Mario’s House (259 pieces) – $32 (originally $38) (Features Yellow Yoshi)
- Yoshi’s Gift House (246 pieces) – $33.50 (Features Green Yoshi)
- Mario’s House & Yoshi (205 pieces) – $34.49 (Features Green Yoshi)
- Peach’s Garden Balloon Ride (453 pieces) – $64 (Features Pink Yoshi – Target Exclusive)
Baby Mario vs. Baby Luigi (72034)
$23.80 (originally $30) | 321 Pieces
This adorably charming 321-piece set takes you back to the early days of Baby Mario and Baby Luigi. It includes buildable figures of the infant brothers, along with their Biddybuggy (modeled after the Para-Biddybud enemy) and the unique three-wheeled Tri-Speeder karts. Accessories include Red and Green Shells and six balloons that can be used as targets or as playful hammers. While adult interactive Mario, Luigi, and Peach figures can drive these karts and trigger sounds, the Baby Mario and Luigi figures themselves are not interactive.
Toad’s Garage (72035)
$32 (originally $40) | 390 Pieces
This 390-piece set includes two Blue Toad figures, the B Dasher kart, and a unique Customization Machine featuring an operable car elevator and a tire rack with spare tires. Accessories like a two-way radio, wrench, and a Red Shell complete the set. Toad`s Garage offers a distinct customization feature not found elsewhere: the ability to swap between blue and black wheels using the Customization Machine`s hose. The car elevator can be raised with a crank, enhancing playability with other Mario Kart sets. Interactive Mario, Luigi, or Peach figures will trigger specific engine and horn sounds when interacting with the Customization Machine. Additionally, new Lego Super Mario Toad sets, Captain Toad`s Camp and Party at Toad`s House, were released recently.
New Lego Super Mario Toad Sets (Released August 1st):
- Captain Toad’s Camp (159 pieces) – $15
- Party at Toad’s House (276 pieces) – $30
Donkey Kong & DK Jumbo (72033)
$29.49 (originally $35) | 387 Pieces
Featuring the largest vehicle in the playset lineup (excluding the adult display model), this set includes a buildable Donkey Kong figure and his barrel-inspired DK Jumbo kart. It comes with Red and Green Shells and a target with a Banana item, encouraging players to fling shells to knock over the fruit. Beyond standard Mario Kart audio/visual effects, the DK Jumbo kart also incorporates sounds and visuals from the Donkey Kong Country series when Interactive Mario, Luigi, or Peach are at the wheel. While many previous Lego Donkey Kong sets were retired, some, including Donkey Kong`s Tree House (featuring the same DK figure), Diddy Kong`s Mine Cart Ride, Dixie Kong`s Jungle Jam, and Rambi the Rhino Expansion Set, have recently been restocked at Amazon.
More Lego Donkey Kong Character sets (some retired/restocked):
- Donkey Kong’s Tree House (555 pieces) – $60
- Diddy Kong’s Mine Cart Ride (1,157 pieces) – $88 (originally $110)
- Dixie Kong’s Jungle Jam (174 pieces) – $18.89 (originally $27)
- Rambi the Rhino Expansion Set (106 pieces) – $11
Baby Peach & Grand Prix Set (72036)
$80 | 823 Pieces
This 823-piece Grand Prix set provides essential elements for the full Mario Kart experience, including a starting gate, track barriers, a winner`s podium, and a Lakitu figure on a cloud holding a traffic light. The set`s highlight is Baby Peach, with her adorable Wild Wiggler kart, joined by Red Toad on a Standard Bike and Koopaling Lemmy in his Landship kart. All three karts, along with several buildable accessories, feature Action Tags for interactive play. Additional accessories include traffic cones, Item Boxes, a snack wagon, directional signposts, Green and Red Shells, and a Banana.
Beyond Mario Kart: Other Notable Lego Nintendo Sets
Beyond Mario Kart, Nintendo Lego enthusiasts might also be interested in the highly anticipated Lego Game Boy. This 421-piece brick-built replica of the iconic 1989 handheld console is priced at $60 and is scheduled for release on October 1st. Preorders have quickly sold out multiple times across various retailers, but it might still be available for preorder at some stores.
For those looking to dive deeper into the interactive Lego Super Mario universe, here`s a look at the four available starter sets, each featuring an Interactive Lego Mario, Luigi, or Peach figure:
Adventures with Interactive Lego Mario (218 pieces)
$42 (originally $50)
This is arguably the most popular starter set for pairing with Lego Mario Kart kits. It includes the Interactive Mario figure, along with 218 pieces to build a course featuring Bowser Jr. (with his flying Clown Car), Yoshi, and a Goomba.
Adventures with Interactive Lego Peach (208 pieces)
$40 (originally $50)
This starter set features the beloved Princess Peach interactive figure. With 208 pieces, it includes additional buildable figures like Yellow Toad, a Lava Bubble, and Lakitu on his cloud, making for engaging adventures.
Adventures with Interactive Lego Luigi (210 pieces)
$42.49 (originally $50)
Luigi`s 210-piece starter set comes with his interactive figure, Kamek on her broomstick, Boo, and a Pink Baby Yoshi, offering unique characters and obstacles for your Lego Super Mario adventures.