Dodge DART

108 registered in New Zealand · 1960–1976 · 75% from United States

The Dodge DART is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 108 registered across model years 1960 to 1976. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 5.2L 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 DART.

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108 On NZ Roads
5.2L Engine

Fuel Types

Dodge DART fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

Fleet Age Profile

How many Dodge DART 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 DART fleet age profile: 1962: 29, 1967: 11, 1968: 14, 1969: 11.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Dodge DART engine sizes: 5.2L 18%, 3.7L 5%, 4.5L 5%, 3.7L 4%, 5.1L 4%.

Imported From

Dodge DART imported from: United States 75%, Not Known 17%, New Zealand 5%, Canada 3%, Australia 1%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Dodge DART NZ arrival timeline: 2022: 4, 2023: 6, 2024: 3, 2025: 1, 2026: 1.

Colours

RED 23 (21%)
GREEN 15 (14%)
WHITE 14 (13%)
BLACK 10 (9%)
YELLOW 9 (8%)
BROWN 8 (7%)
BLUE 8 (7%)
ORANGE 5 (5%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Dodge DART regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 27, CHRISTCHURCH: 8, LOWER HUTT: 6, TAURANGA: 5, HAMILTON: 4.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Dodge DART are there in New Zealand?

There are 108 Dodge DART vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1960 to 1976.

What body type is the Dodge DART?

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

Are Dodge DART cars imported or NZ-new?

75% of Dodge DART 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.