Mario Kart 8 features a range of characters with varying stats, each providing a unique benefit to gameplay. Before you choose any character, know that it has five basic stat attributes: speed, Acceleration, Weight, Handling, and Traction. Each of these stat values is added to make a final total, and by considering the total, you can choose the best character to race.
While considering a character, remember that its speed is associated with its weight and size. Say Gold Mario might lack stats compared to Mario in terms of grip or handling but holds the advantage in weight and speed. So, it’s important to consider the weight of the characters and combine it with the vehicle of your choice. This Mario Kart 8 Character Stats guide lists some of the best characters in the game, along with their stats and total.
Mario Kart 8 Best Characters and Their Stats
| Characters | Speed | Acceleration | Weight | Handling | Traction | Mini-Turbo | Total Stats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Peach, Baby Daisy | 2.5 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 4.25 | 4 | 21.75 |
| Baby Rosalina, Lemmy Koopa | 2.5 | 4.25 | 2 | 4.75 | 3.75 | 4 | 21.25 |
| Baby Mario/Luigi, Dry Bones | 2.75 | 4.25 | 2.25 | 4.5 | 4 | 4 | 21.75 |
| Koopa Troopa, Lakitu, Bowser Jr. | 3 | 4 | 2.5 | 4.5 | 4.25 | 3.75 | 22 |
| Toadette, Wendy, Isabelle | 3 | 4.25 | 2.5 | 4.25 | 3.5 | 3.75 | 21.25 |
| Toad, ShyGuy, Larry | 3.25 | 4 | 2.75 | 4.25 | 4 | 3.75 | 22 |
| Cat Peach, Inkling Girl, Villager Girl | 3.5 | 4 | 2.75 | 4 | 3.75 | 3.75 | 21.75 |
| Peach, Daisy, Yoshi, Birdo | 3.75 | 3.75 | 3 | 3.75 | 3.75 | 3.75 | 21.75 |
| Tanooki Mario, Inkling Boy, Villager Boy | 3.75 | 3.75 | 3.25 | 3.75 | 3.25 | 3.75 | 21.5 |
| Luigi, Iggy, Kamek | 4 | 3.5 | 3.5 | 3.75 | 3.25 | 3.5 | 21.5 |
| Mario, Ludwig | 4 | 3.5 | 3.5 | 3.5 | 3.5 | 3.25 | 21.25 |
| Link, King Boo, Rosalina | 4.25 | 3.25 | 3.75 | 3.25 | 3.75 | 3.25 | 21.5 |
| Metal/Gold Mario, Pink Gold Peach, Petey Piranha | 4.25 | 3.25 | 4.5 | 3.25 | 3.25 | 3 | 21.5 |
| Donkey Kong, Roy, Waluigi, Wiggler | 4.5 | 3.25 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 20.75 |
| Wario, Dry Bowser | 4.75 | 3 | 4.25 | 2.75 | 3.25 | 2.75 | 20.75 |
| Bowser, Morton | 4.75 | 3 | 4.5 | 2.5 | 3 | 2.75 | 20.5 |
