Daewoo NUBIRA

63 registered in New Zealand · 1997–2007 · 100% from South Korea

The Daewoo NUBIRA is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 63 registered across model years 1997 to 2007. It produces an average of 83 kW. Most are petrol-powered station wagons with a 1.6L 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 NUBIRA.

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63 On NZ Roads
1.6L Engine
83 kW

Fuel Types

Daewoo NUBIRA fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

Drivetrain

Transmission

Daewoo NUBIRA transmissions: 5-GEAR MANUAL 78%, 4-GEAR AUTO 22%.

Engine Size

Daewoo NUBIRA engine sizes: 1.6L 71%, 2.0L 29%.

Imported From

Daewoo NUBIRA imported from: South Korea 100%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Daewoo NUBIRA NZ arrival timeline: 2003: 8, 2004: 6, 2005: 5, 2006: 5, 2007: 2.

Colours

WHITE 22 (35%)
RED 13 (21%)
GREEN 8 (13%)
BLUE 7 (11%)
SILVER 6 (10%)
GREY 5 (8%)
YELLOW 1 (2%)
BLACK 1 (2%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Daewoo NUBIRA regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 12, CHRISTCHURCH: 5, WAIKATO: 3, SOUTH TARANAKI: 3, DUNEDIN: 3.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Daewoo NUBIRA are there in New Zealand?

There are 63 Daewoo NUBIRA vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1997 to 2007.

What body type is the Daewoo NUBIRA?

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

Are Daewoo NUBIRA cars imported or NZ-new?

100% of Daewoo NUBIRA vehicles in New Zealand originated from South Korea. 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.