New Zealand Car Sales Data

Sales of New Cars In New Zealand – Data, Trends, Charts & Analysis

Here you will find annual car sales figures for New Zealand. These statistics are Total Market Volumes, which include passenger cars as well as light commercial vehicles (LCVs).

The figures below come from unconfirmed sources and can vary slightly from other data you may find elsewhere. Despite our best efforts to find the most reliable data, we can’t guarantee 100% accuracy, unless a specific source is mentioned below the table. Still, we’re confident the provided data is sufficiently indicative of the size and trend of the market to be published as such. If you have access to a confirmed source of Kiwi car sales figures, including a split between Passenger Cars and LCVs, or data going back before 2005, please get in touch with us.

New Zealand Automotive Sales Data & Recent Highlights

As you can see, the New Zealand car sales market has been fluctuating in recent years. There was a sharp decline in sales in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the market has not yet fully recovered.

There are a number of factors that have contributed to the volatility of the New Zealand car sales market. These include:

• The economic slowdown: The New Zealand economy has been struggling in recent years, which has led to a decrease in disposable income.
• The COVID-19 pandemic: The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the supply chain, making it difficult to import cars.
• The chip shortage: The chip shortage has affected the production of new cars.
• The increase in used car prices: The price of used cars has increased in recent years, making them more affordable than new cars.

Despite the volatility, the New Zealand car sales market is expected to grow in the coming years. The economy is expected to recover, and the chip shortage is expected to ease.

Here are some of the trends in the New Zealand car sales market:

• The increasing popularity of SUVs: SUVs are becoming increasingly popular in New Zealand, as they are seen as more practical and comfortable than sedans. In 2022, SUVs accounted for 43.2% of new car registrations in New Zealand. This is up from 39.1% in 2021.
• The growing popularity of electric vehicles: Electric vehicles are becoming increasingly popular in New Zealand, as the government offers incentives to encourage people to buy them. In 2022, electric vehicles accounted for 7.6% of new car registrations in New Zealand. This is up from 5.8% in 2021.
• The increasing popularity of online car buying: More and more people are buying cars online in New Zealand. In 2022, 15% of new car purchases were made online. This is up from 12% in 2021. The convenience and flexibility of online car buying are driving its popularity.

These are just some of the trends in the New Zealand car sales market. The market is constantly evolving, so it is important to stay up-to-date on the latest trends.

Interesting New Zealand New Car Sales Stats

• Best Sales Year Volume: 116,334 units sold
• Worst Sales Year Volume: 54,404 units sold
• Average Sales Per Year: 86,644.3 units sold
• Total Sales Units (since 2005): 1,559,598 units sold

New Zealand New Motor Vehicle Sales Table

New Zealand New Motor Vehicle Sales Chart

Sources: Manufacturers, ANDC, JATO Dynamics.