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Ford CAPRI

1,354 registered in New Zealand · 1960–1994 · 65% from Not Known

The Ford CAPRI is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 1,354 registered across model years 1960 to 1994. It produces an average of 81 kW. Most are petrol-powered saloons 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 CAPRI.

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1,354 On NZ Roads
1.6L Engine
81 kW

Fuel Types

Ford CAPRI fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%, DIESEL 0%.

PETROL 100% DIESEL 0%

Fleet Age Profile

How many Ford CAPRI 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.

Ford CAPRI fleet age profile: 1987: 17, 1990: 103, 1991: 35, 1992: 19, 1993: 13.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Ford CAPRI engine sizes: 1.6L 16%, 2.0L 14%, 3.0L 12%, 3.0L 7%, 1.6L 7%.

Imported From

Ford CAPRI imported from: Not Known 65%, United Kingdom 14%, Australia 12%, New Zealand 4%, Germany 3%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Ford CAPRI NZ arrival timeline: 2016: 2, 2020: 1, 2021: 1, 2022: 2, 2024: 1.

Colours

BLUE 275 (20%)
RED 257 (19%)
WHITE 146 (11%)
GREEN 130 (10%)
SILVER 103 (8%)
BROWN 94 (7%)
BLACK 84 (6%)
YELLOW 75 (6%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Ford CAPRI regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 223, CHRISTCHURCH: 140, WAIMAKARIRI: 54, HAMILTON: 52, DUNEDIN: 44.

Body Types

SALOON 65%
SPORTS CAR 18%
CONVERTIBLE 11%
HATCHBACK 6%

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1978–2022 11.1 L/100km
2 Ford logo
Ford Falcon 33,206
1960–2020 11.5 L/100km
3 Toyota logo
Toyota Camry 30,957
1980–2026 7.3 L/100km
4 Toyota logo
Toyota Corolla 24,532
1956–2023 5.8 L/100km
5 Honda logo
Honda Accord 20,130
1978–2020 7.9 L/100km

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Ford CAPRI are there in New Zealand?

There are 1,354 Ford CAPRI vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1960 to 1994.

What body type is the Ford CAPRI?

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

Are Ford CAPRI cars imported or NZ-new?

65% of Ford CAPRI 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.

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