The Lego Mario Kart series has been significantly expanded with the arrival of a second wave of buildable sets on August 1st! Mirroring the initial release in January, these new additions bring iconic karts from the beloved video game to life. Excitingly, a character previously absent from the Lego universe makes their debut: Wario! This popular character, along with his distinct pink kart and paraglider, is featured in a combo pack with King Boo and his charming Teddy Bear-inspired Buggy. This dynamic duo is just one of five new sets available now. Cementing Lego Mario Kart as a staple, the series now includes its very own Interactive Lego Mario & Standard Kart starter set.
Here’s a comprehensive overview of the entire Lego Mario Kart lineup, showcasing the new releases alongside the original sets – with select older sets currently discounted to their lowest prices ever.
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Fans of Bowser will be thrilled to find his imposing castle joining the ranks with a 1,000+ piece set priced at $100, an ideal complement to the Grand Prix set from the initial release. For those primarily interested in a Bowser figure, consider grabbing Bowser’s Muscle Car for $26 before it retires – it’s already sold out at the Lego Store. Alternatively, that $100 could get you a different, brand-new Bowser Lego set. Prince Florian & Castle Bowser is inspired by Super Mario Bros. Wonder and recreates the final battle as a 1,251-piece model. It’s one of three brand-new mainline Lego Super Mario sets.
The second wave of Lego Mario Kart also introduces what appear to be retailer-exclusive sets. The Piranha Plant Power-Up Pursuit, featuring Koopa Troopa and Toadette, is currently only available at Target and the Lego Store. Similarly, the $20 Shy Guy & P-Wing set is also only listed on Target and the Lego Store. While we haven’t confirmed exclusivity officially, the absence of these two sets from Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy suggests this possibility. These two sets were revealed after the initial three, a pattern observed with past Target Lego Mario exclusives.
As of August 2025, the Lego Mario Kart collection features a total of 11 playsets, with the majority priced under $50. Owning the complete collection would grant you 17 karts, 24 figures, and a wealth of interactive accessories. This count doesn’t include Mario Kart: Lego Mario & Standard Kart, the 1,972-piece display model for adults that initially launched in May at the Lego Store and then arrived at major retailers last month.
If you are looking to complete your collection with some of the original six Mario Kart sets, you can find discounts on most of them at Amazon and Walmart (as of August 3rd): Baby Mario vs. Baby Luigi, Toad’s Garage, and Donkey Kong & DK Jumbo are each on sale at 20% off.
Below, you’ll find detailed information on all 11 playsets and the superb display model. The order of the gallery runs from newest to oldest. If you’re after specific characters, we’ve included alternative options from the broader Lego Super Mario series. Remember that elements from those sets are compatible with the Lego Mario Kart collection.
$55 | 278 Pieces
The introduction of an Interactive Mario starter set signals a promising future for the Lego Mario Kart series, suggesting continued expansion in the years to come. For newcomers to the Lego Super Mario line when the racing sub-series launched in early 2025, a core starter set was essential to unlock the visual and audio features integrated into each kit.
Now, you can acquire the Mario figure, his iconic Standard Kart, and interactive accessories equipped with Action Tags. This buildable, battery-powered figure boasts expressive LCD-screen eyes and a chest display that dynamically shows elements, colors, and animations based on the Action Tags Mario interacts with. While driving, you’ll hear and see reactions to the race starting, drifting, gliding, and honking the horn. Additional accessories also have Action Tags for unique sounds and expressions.
The set also includes a Bob-omb with an Action Tag, a Thwomp, and track components like connectible barriers, an Item Box, two traffic cones, a Banana, an interactive start platform, and a winner’s circle platform with checkered flags and the Mushroom Cup logo.
The Standard Kart is the same red vehicle from the initial launch, lacking only the Super Glider. If you already have a starter set and the Standard Kart, this one may not be necessary. Currently, only Interactive Mario is available for Mario Kart, with Luigi and Peach likely to follow in future releases.
At $55, Interactive Mario & Standard Kart is slightly pricier but offers 60 more pieces than platforming-focused sets. Existing starter sets received updates last year, and right now you can save $10 on the Peach and Luigi sets, while the Mario course is $42 (was $50).
$50 | 512 Pieces
After a five-year wait, Wario finally joins the Lego Super Mario universe! The character’s popularity might make this the most sought-after set. Lego perfectly captures Wario’s signature smile. He should really have his own starter set with an Interactive Wario figure.
Wario’s pink Badwagon comes with his signature paraglider. The detachable glider can attach to any kart, including King Boo’s adorable blue Teddy Buggy. King Boo’s cube-shaped figure matches the one in Share.