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Austin A40

137 registered in New Zealand · 1936–1966 · 65% from Not Known

The Austin A40 is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 137 registered across model years 1936 to 1966. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 1.1L 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 A40.

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137 On NZ Roads
1.1L Engine

Fuel Types

Austin A40 fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

PETROL 100%

Fleet Age Profile

How many Austin A40 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.

Austin A40 fleet age profile: 1951: 28, 1952: 31, 1962: 10, 1963: 19.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Austin A40 engine sizes: 1.1L 21%, 1.2L 18%, 0.9L 15%, 1.1L 14%, 1.1L 10%.

Imported From

Austin A40 imported from: Not Known 65%, United Kingdom 31%, New Zealand 4%, Japan 1%.

Colours

GREEN 37 (27%)
BLUE 26 (19%)
GREY 23 (17%)
BLACK 16 (12%)
RED 9 (7%)
BROWN 9 (7%)
CREAM 7 (5%)
WHITE 6 (4%)

Colours shown are approximate representations of NZTA basic colour categories, not exact manufacturer paint codes.

Where They Are in NZ

Austin A40 regional distribution: CHRISTCHURCH: 14, AUCKLAND: 14, NAPIER: 5, HAURAKI: 5, MARLBOROUGH: 5.

Body Types

SALOON 82%
STATION WAGON 13%
SPORTS CAR 2%
CONVERTIBLE 1%

Similar Cars

1 Holden logo
Holden Commodore 49,259
1978–2022 11.1 L/100km
2 Ford logo
Ford Falcon 33,206
1960–2020 11.5 L/100km
3 Toyota logo
Toyota Camry 30,957
1980–2026 7.3 L/100km
4 Toyota logo
Toyota Corolla 24,532
1956–2023 5.8 L/100km
5 Honda logo
Honda Accord 20,130
1978–2020 7.9 L/100km

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Austin A40 are there in New Zealand?

There are 137 Austin A40 vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1936 to 1966.

What body type is the Austin A40?

The Austin A40 is primarily classified as a saloon in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: station wagon, sports car, convertible. The most common fuel type is petrol.

Are Austin A40 cars imported or NZ-new?

65% of Austin A40 vehicles in New Zealand originated from Not Known. A mix of NZ-new and imported vehicles make up the fleet. Check the import status and origin country for the specific year you're considering on the individual year pages.

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