Chevrolet SEDAN

181 registered in New Zealand · 1927–1982 · 51% from United States

The Chevrolet SEDAN is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 181 registered across model years 1927 to 1982. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 5.7L 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 SEDAN.

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181 On NZ Roads
5.7L Engine

Fuel Types

Chevrolet SEDAN fuel type breakdown: PETROL 99%, OTHER 1%.

Fleet Age Profile

How many Chevrolet SEDAN 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.

Chevrolet SEDAN fleet age profile: 1936: 10, 1937: 30, 1938: 25, 1939: 14, 1955: 27.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Chevrolet SEDAN engine sizes: 5.7L 8%, 3.0L 6%, 1.8L 6%, 2.5L 5%, 5.7L 4%.

Imported From

Chevrolet SEDAN imported from: United States 51%, Not Known 33%, New Zealand 8%, Canada 5%, South Africa 1%.

When They Arrived in NZ

When Chevrolet SEDAN vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.

Chevrolet SEDAN NZ arrival timeline: 2019: 2, 2020: 1, 2021: 2, 2024: 1, 2025: 1.

Colours

GREEN 43 (24%)
BLUE 38 (21%)
RED 27 (15%)
BLACK 24 (13%)
BROWN 13 (7%)
YELLOW 12 (7%)
WHITE 7 (4%)
GREY 7 (4%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Chevrolet SEDAN regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 28, CHRISTCHURCH: 14, WAIMAKARIRI: 10, TAURANGA: 9, SOUTHLAND: 7.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Chevrolet SEDAN are there in New Zealand?

There are 181 Chevrolet SEDAN vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1927 to 1982.

What body type is the Chevrolet SEDAN?

The Chevrolet SEDAN is primarily classified as a saloon in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: station wagon. The most common fuel type is petrol.

Are Chevrolet SEDAN cars imported or NZ-new?

51% of Chevrolet SEDAN vehicles in New Zealand originated from United States. 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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