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Chrysler NEWPORT

40 registered in New Zealand · 1950–1978 · 93% from United States

The Chrysler NEWPORT is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 40 registered across model years 1950 to 1978. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 6.3L 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 NEWPORT.

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40 On NZ Roads
6.3L Engine

Fuel Types

Chrysler NEWPORT fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

PETROL 100%

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Chrysler NEWPORT engine sizes: 6.3L 15%, 5.8L 8%, 6.3L 8%, 6.3L 8%, 4.0L 5%.

Imported From

Chrysler NEWPORT imported from: United States 93%, Not Known 8%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Chrysler NEWPORT NZ arrival timeline: 2019: 1, 2020: 3, 2021: 1, 2022: 1, 2025: 2.

Colours

GREEN 11 (28%)
BLUE 6 (15%)
WHITE 6 (15%)
CREAM 4 (10%)
YELLOW 2 (5%)
BROWN 2 (5%)
BLACK 2 (5%)
GOLD 2 (5%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Chrysler NEWPORT regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 5, WAIPA: 4, CHRISTCHURCH: 3, INVERCARGILL: 3, MANAWATU: 2.

Body Types

SALOON 88%
CONVERTIBLE 8%
STATION WAGON 5%

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 Chrysler NEWPORT are there in New Zealand?

There are 40 Chrysler NEWPORT vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1950 to 1978.

What body type is the Chrysler NEWPORT?

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

Are Chrysler NEWPORT cars imported or NZ-new?

93% of Chrysler NEWPORT vehicles in New Zealand originated from United States. 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.

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