Ford ECONOLINE

13 registered in New Zealand · 1984–1996 · 100% from United States

The Ford ECONOLINE is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 13 registered across model years 1984 to 1996. Most are petrol-powered station wagons with a 5.8L 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 ECONOLINE.

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13 On NZ Roads
5.8L Engine

Fuel Types

Ford ECONOLINE fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Ford ECONOLINE engine sizes: 5.8L 46%, 5.8L 31%, 4.9L 15%, 5.8L 8%.

Imported From

Ford ECONOLINE imported from: United States 100%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Ford ECONOLINE NZ arrival timeline: 2014: 2, 2015: 4, 2016: 1, 2017: 1, 2021: 1.

Colours

GREY 4 (31%)
WHITE 2 (15%)
BROWN 2 (15%)
RED 1 (8%)
GREEN 1 (8%)
BLUE 1 (8%)
BLACK 1 (8%)
SILVER 1 (8%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Ford ECONOLINE regional distribution: WHANGAREI: 1, PALMERSTON NORTH: 1, CHRISTCHURCH: 1, KAPITI COAST: 1, THAMES-COROMANDEL: 1.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Ford ECONOLINE are there in New Zealand?

There are 13 Ford ECONOLINE vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1984 to 1996.

What body type is the Ford ECONOLINE?

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

Are Ford ECONOLINE cars imported or NZ-new?

100% of Ford ECONOLINE 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.