Dodge POLARA

43 registered in New Zealand · 1960–1971 · 79% from United States

The Dodge POLARA is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 43 registered across model years 1960 to 1971. 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 POLARA.

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43 On NZ Roads
6.3L Engine

Fuel Types

Dodge POLARA fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Dodge POLARA engine sizes: 6.3L 14%, 5.2L 7%, 5.2L 7%, 6.3L 7%, 7.2L 7%.

Imported From

Dodge POLARA imported from: United States 79%, Not Known 19%, Canada 2%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Dodge POLARA NZ arrival timeline: 2018: 2, 2020: 1, 2021: 2, 2022: 2, 2025: 1.

Colours

BLACK 10 (23%)
GREEN 7 (16%)
RED 6 (14%)
BLUE 6 (14%)
GOLD 5 (12%)
CREAM 3 (7%)
WHITE 3 (7%)
BROWN 2 (5%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Dodge POLARA regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 11, INVERCARGILL: 5, DUNEDIN: 4, NEW PLYMOUTH: 3, CHRISTCHURCH: 3.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Dodge POLARA are there in New Zealand?

There are 43 Dodge POLARA vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1960 to 1971.

What body type is the Dodge POLARA?

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

Are Dodge POLARA cars imported or NZ-new?

79% of Dodge POLARA 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.