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Mario Kart 7 character unlocks: every 150cc cup reward

Match all eight extra cup drivers to the exact 150cc event.

Edition covered

Original Nintendo 3DS game. Online play references are historical; these guides emphasize offline Grand Prix, Time Trials and local modes.

6 characters · one picture per entry · open a picture for full size.

Characters

Mario in Mario Kart 7
Starting driver

Mario

A medium-weight baseline for learning parts.

Reference

Toad in Mario Kart 7
Starting driver

Toad

A light option with strong recovery emphasis.

Reference

Lakitu in Mario Kart 7
Unlockable driver

Lakitu

A featherweight racer distinct from the referee.

Reference

Quick notes

  • Win the named 150cc cup. Most extra drivers unlock from a first-place cup result in 150cc.
  • Compare starting drivers before grinding unlocks. The original eight already cover several weight profiles.
  • Treat the Mii separately. The Mii is tied to completing all cups in an engine class rather than to one named 150cc cup.
  • Choose by handling preference. Driver weight interacts with the selected body, tires and glider.

Win the named 150cc cup

150cc driver rewards
Cup wonDriver unlockedWeight group
MushroomDaisyLight.
FlowerWarioHeavy.
StarRosalinaCruiser.
SpecialMetal MarioHeavy.
ShellShy GuyFeather.
BananaHoney QueenHeavy.
LeafWigglerCruiser.
LightningLakituFeather.

Compare starting drivers before grinding unlocks

Starting roster comparison
DriversGroupGeneral emphasis
Toad; Koopa TroopaFeatherAcceleration and handling.
Peach; YoshiLightBalanced lighter setup.
Mario; LuigiMediumMiddle-ground setup.
Donkey KongCruiserSpeed and weight.
BowserHeavyHigh weight and speed emphasis.
Useful tip

The Mii is tied to completing all cups in an engine class rather than to one named 150cc cup. Keep this goal separate in your checklist.

References
Guide references
ReferenceWebsite
Super Mario Wiki: Mario Kart 7 referencewww.mariowiki.com
Nintendo: Mario Kart 7www.nintendo.com