Alfa Romeo 159
368 registered in New Zealand · 1984–2013 · 99% from Italy
The Alfa Romeo 159 is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 368 registered across model years 1984 to 2013. It averages 9.7 L/100km in fuel consumption and produces an average of 154 kW. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 2.4L engine.
Below you'll find a complete breakdown of fuel types, body styles, drivetrain options, regional distribution, and estimated running costs. Select a specific model year to see detailed specs, buyer insights, and variant-level data for that generation of the 159.
Fuel Types
Alfa Romeo 159 fuel type breakdown: PETROL 59%, DIESEL 41%.
Fleet Age Profile
How many Alfa Romeo 159 vehicles from each manufacture year are still registered in NZ. Taller bars mean more of that year on the road — better parts availability and more mechanics who know it.
Alfa Romeo 159 fleet age profile: 2008: 73, 2009: 48, 2010: 40, 2011: 41, 2012: 28.
Drivetrain
Transmission
Alfa Romeo 159 transmissions: 6-GEAR AUTO 54%, 6-GEAR MANUAL 37%.
Engine Size
Alfa Romeo 159 engine sizes: 2.4L 33%, 3.2L 26%, 2.2L 25%, 1.9L 7%, 1.7L 5%.
Imported From
Alfa Romeo 159 imported from: Italy 99%, Germany 1%, Japan 0%.
When They Arrived in NZ
When Alfa Romeo 159 vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.
Alfa Romeo 159 NZ arrival timeline: 2017: 4, 2018: 5, 2019: 5, 2020: 2, 2022: 1.
Estimated Running Costs
Select a model year to estimate fuel costs for that specific Alfa Romeo 159.
Colours
Colours shown are approximate representations of NZTA basic colour categories, not exact manufacturer paint codes.
Where They Are in NZ
Alfa Romeo 159 regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 108, CHRISTCHURCH: 52, WELLINGTON: 21, WAIMAKARIRI: 15, WHANGAREI: 11.
Body Types
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many Alfa Romeo 159 are there in New Zealand?
There are 368 Alfa Romeo 159 vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1984 to 2013.
How much does it cost to run a Alfa Romeo 159?
Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Alfa Romeo 159 averages 9.7 L/100km. At current fuel prices ($3.41/L), that works out to roughly $76 per week or $3,969 per year in fuel, assuming 12,000 km of annual driving. Actual costs vary by model year, driving conditions, and fuel type.
What body type is the Alfa Romeo 159?
The Alfa Romeo 159 is primarily classified as a saloon in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: station wagon, hatchback. The most common fuel type is petrol.
Are Alfa Romeo 159 cars imported or NZ-new?
99% of Alfa Romeo 159 vehicles in New Zealand originated from Italy. The majority arrived as used imports, which is typical for this model. Check the import status and origin country for the specific year you're considering on the individual year pages.