Ford COURIER

99 registered in New Zealand · 1955–2006 · 71% from Japan

The Ford COURIER is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 99 registered across model years 1955 to 2006. It averages 9.7 L/100km in fuel consumption and produces an average of 81 kW. Most are petrol-powered utilitys with a 2.0L 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 COURIER.

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99 On NZ Roads
2.0L Engine
9.7 L/100km
81 kW

Fuel Types

Ford COURIER fuel type breakdown: PETROL 80%, DIESEL 20%.

Drivetrain

Transmission

Ford COURIER transmissions: 5-GEAR MANUAL 16%.

Engine Size

Ford COURIER engine sizes: 2.0L 23%, 2.0L 18%, 2.5L 15%, 2.2L 12%, 2.2L 9%.

Imported From

Ford COURIER imported from: Japan 71%, Thailand 10%, Not Known 9%, Other 5%, Australia 2%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Ford COURIER NZ arrival timeline: 2003: 1, 2004: 4, 2006: 1, 2014: 1, 2016: 1.

Estimated Running Costs

Select a model year to estimate fuel costs for that specific Ford COURIER.

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Colours

WHITE 34 (34%)
RED 22 (22%)
BLUE 12 (12%)
SILVER 11 (11%)
GREEN 7 (7%)
GOLD 4 (4%)
BLACK 4 (4%)
GREY 2 (2%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Ford COURIER regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 15, MARLBOROUGH: 6, MASTERTON: 6, FAR NORTH: 5, TASMAN: 4.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Ford COURIER are there in New Zealand?

There are 99 Ford COURIER vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1955 to 2006.

How much does it cost to run a Ford COURIER?

Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Ford COURIER averages 9.7 L/100km. At current fuel prices ($3.41/L), that works out to roughly $76 per week or $3,969 per year in fuel, assuming 12,000 km of annual driving. Actual costs vary by model year, driving conditions, and fuel type.

What body type is the Ford COURIER?

The Ford COURIER is primarily classified as a utility in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: light van, saloon, station wagon. The most common fuel type is petrol.

Are Ford COURIER cars imported or NZ-new?

71% of Ford COURIER vehicles in New Zealand originated from Japan. 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.