Dodge CORONET

127 registered in New Zealand · 1949–1973 · 95% from United States

The Dodge CORONET is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 127 registered across model years 1949 to 1973. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 7.2L 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 CORONET.

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127 On NZ Roads
7.2L Engine

Fuel Types

Dodge CORONET fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

Fleet Age Profile

How many Dodge CORONET 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.

Dodge CORONET fleet age profile: 1966: 22, 1967: 22, 1968: 17, 1969: 29, 1970: 14.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Dodge CORONET engine sizes: 7.2L 17%, 6.3L 8%, 7.2L 6%, 6.2L 6%, 6.3L 4%.

Imported From

Dodge CORONET imported from: United States 95%, Not Known 4%, Mexico 1%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Dodge CORONET NZ arrival timeline: 2022: 10, 2023: 3, 2024: 5, 2025: 4, 2026: 1.

Colours

GREEN 22 (17%)
BLUE 21 (17%)
RED 20 (16%)
BLACK 15 (12%)
YELLOW 10 (8%)
CREAM 9 (7%)
GOLD 8 (6%)
ORANGE 5 (4%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Dodge CORONET regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 26, HAMILTON: 6, NAPIER: 6, NEW PLYMOUTH: 5, LOWER HUTT: 5.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Dodge CORONET are there in New Zealand?

There are 127 Dodge CORONET vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1949 to 1973.

What body type is the Dodge CORONET?

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

Are Dodge CORONET cars imported or NZ-new?

95% of Dodge CORONET 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.