Lift Kits in Minnesota
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Minnesota caps bumper height at 20 inches on passenger automobiles and station wagons and 25 inches on four-wheel-drive multipurpose vehicles, vans, and pickup trucks.
Verified against primary sources · August 2026
What the law says
Measurement runs from the bottom of the bumper, excluding vertical attachments, to the ground.
Specific Limits
- Bumper max cars
- 20 in
- Bumper max 4wd mpv
- 25 in
Frequently Asked Questions
Are lift kits legal in Minnesota?
Minnesota caps bumper height at 20 inches on passenger automobiles and station wagons and 25 inches on four-wheel-drive multipurpose vehicles, vans, and pickup trucks.
What are the exact lift kits limits in Minnesota?
Bumper max cars: 20 in. Bumper max 4wd mpv: 25 in. Source: Minn. Stat. § 169.73, subd. 4a.
Street-legal lift kits picks
Gear that helps you mod without a ticket in Minnesota.
Leveling kit (2–2.5″)
A modest lift that stays under most state frame- and bumper-height limits.
Shop on AmazonSuspension lift kit
Going taller? Check your state's bumper and frame height caps before you order.
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