Datsun 240Z

124 registered in New Zealand · 1970–1974 · 68% from Not Known

The Datsun 240Z is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 124 registered across model years 1970 to 1974. Most are petrol-powered sports cars 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 240Z.

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124 On NZ Roads
2.4L Engine

Fuel Types

Datsun 240Z fuel type breakdown: PETROL 99%, LPG 1%.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Datsun 240Z engine sizes: 2.4L 53%, 2.4L 26%, 2.4L 5%, 2.8L 5%, 2.4L 2%.

Imported From

Datsun 240Z imported from: Not Known 68%, Japan 27%, Australia 2%, New Zealand 2%, United States 2%.

When They Arrived in NZ

When Datsun 240Z vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.

Datsun 240Z NZ arrival timeline: 2020: 2, 2022: 4, 2023: 3, 2024: 2, 2025: 1.

Colours

RED 43 (35%)
ORANGE 17 (14%)
BLUE 16 (13%)
WHITE 16 (13%)
GREEN 11 (9%)
SILVER 8 (6%)
YELLOW 5 (4%)
BLACK 4 (3%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Datsun 240Z regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 37, CHRISTCHURCH: 17, SELWYN: 7, HAMILTON: 5, ROTORUA: 4.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Datsun 240Z are there in New Zealand?

There are 124 Datsun 240Z vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1970 to 1974.

What body type is the Datsun 240Z?

The Datsun 240Z is primarily classified as a sports car in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: saloon, hatchback, light van. The most common fuel type is petrol.

Are Datsun 240Z cars imported or NZ-new?

68% of Datsun 240Z 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.