Ride On Toys for Toddlers | Cars For Kids

There's nothing more magical than introducing a child to the joys of ride on toys. Our range of ride on toys for toddlers spans parent-pushed buggies through to self-propelled foot-to-floor ride-ons, so there's a genuine fit whether your child is just starting out or ready to steer themselves. Watch the pride on their face as they master balancing, turning and getting themselves from one end of the yard to the other.

Kids ride on toys come in more variety than the name suggests - push buggies for younger toddlers who aren't ready to self-propel, foot-to-floor ride-on cars for kids who can already walk confidently, motorised-look ride-on scooters for a different kind of adventure, and pull-along wagons for carrying their things (or a sibling) along the way. Toddler ride on toys are also a genuinely useful tool for building independence - encouraging your child to load up their own things and bring them along teaches simple responsibility while they're having fun, not while they're being told to tidy up.

Every ride-on here is durable, weather-resistant moulded plastic, backed by Step2's standard 3-year manufacturer's warranty, and dispatched within 24 hours from our Melbourne warehouse. Whichever type suits your child's age and confidence, it's built to handle the rolling, bumping, everyday use ride-on toys are made for.

17 Products Found

Whisper Ride Cruiser - Red

https://www.step2direct.com.au/whisper-ride-cruiser-red Now $179.10

Sky Rider Foot-to-Floor Ride-On

https://www.step2direct.com.au/sky-rider-foot-to-floor-ride-on $199.00

Whisper Ride Cruiser - Blue

https://www.step2direct.com.au/whisper-ride-cruiser-blue Now $179.10

Whisper Ride II - Blue

https://www.step2direct.com.au/whisper-ride-ii-blue $199.00

Whisper Ride II - Pink

https://www.step2direct.com.au/whisper-ride-ii-pink $199.00

Push Around Buggy GT Pink

https://www.step2direct.com.au/push-around-buggy-GT-pink $169.00

Whisper Ride Cruiser - Pink

https://www.step2direct.com.au/whisper-ride-cruiser-pink Now $179.10

Whisper Ride Cruiser - Grey

https://www.step2direct.com.au/whisper-ride-cruiser-grey $199.00

Ride Along Scooter - Aqua

https://www.step2direct.com.au/ride-along-scooter-aqua Now $119.25

Ride Along Scooter - Rose Pink

https://www.step2direct.com.au/ride-along-scooter-rose-pink $159.00

Ride Along Scooter - White

https://www.step2direct.com.au/ride-along-scooter-white Now $119.25

Dino Dash Foot-to-Floor Ride-On

https://www.step2direct.com.au/dino-dash-foot-to-floor-ride-on $199.00

Side-By-Side Push Around SUV - Blue

https://www.step2direct.com.au/side-by-side-push-around-SUV $329.00

Push Around Buggy

https://www.step2direct.com.au/push-around-buggy $169.00

All Around Canopy Wagon

https://www.step2direct.com.au/all-around-canopy-wagon Now $269.10

Neighbourhood Wagon

https://www.step2direct.com.au/neighbourhood-wagon $229.00

Side-By-Side Push Around SUV - Grey

https://www.step2direct.com.au/side-by-side-push-around-SUV-grey $329.00

Choosing a ride-on toy for your child

Three ways kids get moving

"Ride-on toy" covers more ground than it sounds like - our range spans parent-pushed buggies like the Whisper Ride II and Whisper Ride Cruiser, self-propelled foot-to-floor ride-ons like the Dino Dash and Sky Rider (which both clip onto any Step2 Up & Down Roller Coaster track for extended play), four-wheeled ride-along scooters, and pull-along wagons like the Neighbourhood Wagon and All Around Canopy Wagon. As Australia's authorised Step2 distributor, every piece here is imported directly from the manufacturer.

Matching the type to your child's independence

The right type depends less on age alone and more on how independently your child can already move. A parent-pushed buggy - like the Push Around Buggy or Side-By-Side Push Around SUV, which seats two toddlers side by side - suits younger toddlers who aren't ready to self-propel. A foot-to-floor ride-on suits kids who can already walk confidently and want to push themselves along. A wagon suits either end, since an adult does the pulling regardless of the child's own mobility.

Real features worth comparing

Beyond the basic type, several of our ride-ons have genuinely useful extras: the Whisper Ride II includes built-in cup holders, the Whisper Ride Cruiser range adds supercar-style decals and interactive features like a working horn, the Push Around Buggy GT Pink has under-hood storage, and both foot-to-floor ride-ons connect directly to our roller coaster track system if your family already has one or is considering it.

Built for constant rolling use

Ride-on toys spend their working life on wheels - rolling over pavement, driveways and grass puts real, repeated stress on axles and wheel mounts that a stationary toy never experiences. Every ride-on is made from durable, weather-resistant moulded plastic, backed by Step2's standard 3-year manufacturer's warranty, dispatched within 24 hours from our Melbourne warehouse with tracking on every order, and built to the same safety standards required for the childcare and early-learning centres we also supply.

Frequently asked questions

How quickly will my ride-on toy arrive?

Your ride-on toy leaves our Melbourne warehouse within 24 hours of ordering, and we'll send tracking so you can follow it to your door.

Are these genuine Step2 products, and what warranty applies?

Yes - we're the authorised Australian Step2 distributor, and every ride-on toy is imported directly from the manufacturer, not a parallel import. Products carry Step2's standard 3-year manufacturer's warranty.

Should I choose a push buggy or a foot-to-floor ride-on?

A push buggy, like the Whisper Ride II or Push Around Buggy, suits toddlers who aren't yet self-propelling confidently, since an adult does the steering and pushing. A foot-to-floor ride-on suits kids who can already walk well and want to move themselves. If in doubt, a push buggy is the safer starting point, since most convert to more independent play as your child grows in confidence.

Can foot-to-floor ride-ons be used with other Step2 products?

Yes - the Dino Dash and Sky Rider foot-to-floor ride-ons both clip directly onto any Step2 Up & Down Roller Coaster track, so if you already have one, or are considering one, these ride-ons add another way to use it.

What's the difference between a wagon and a push buggy?

A wagon, like the Neighbourhood Wagon or All Around Canopy Wagon, is pulled by an adult and doesn't involve the child steering, which suits younger toddlers, longer outings, or carrying a sibling or gear alongside your child. A push buggy usually includes a pretend steering wheel, giving your child a more active, driving-style role even while an adult still controls direction.

What age are ride-on toys suitable for?

This varies significantly by type - push buggies and infant ride-on toys generally suit younger toddlers, while foot-to-floor ride-ons and scooters suit children with more established walking confidence. Check the specific product page for exact age and weight guidance.