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Ford ESCORT

3,687 registered in New Zealand · 1967–2000 · 81% from Not Known

The Ford ESCORT is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 3,687 registered across model years 1967 to 2000. It produces an average of 70 kW. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 1.3L 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 ESCORT.

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3,687 On NZ Roads
1.3L Engine
70 kW

Fuel Types

Ford ESCORT fuel type breakdown: PETROL 99%, DIESEL 1%, OTHER 0%.

PETROL 99% DIESEL 1% OTHER 0%

Fleet Age Profile

How many Ford ESCORT 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 ESCORT fleet age profile: 1993: 11, 1996: 10, 1997: 60, 1998: 85, 1999: 40.

Drivetrain

Transmission

Ford ESCORT transmissions: 5-GEAR MANUAL 5%, 4-GEAR AUTO 0%.

Engine Size

Ford ESCORT engine sizes: 1.3L 26%, 1.3L 17%, 1.6L 11%, 2.0L 9%, 1.1L 7%.

Imported From

Ford ESCORT imported from: Not Known 81%, United Kingdom 13%, New Zealand 4%, Germany 2%, Australia 1%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Ford ESCORT NZ arrival timeline: 2021: 3, 2022: 3, 2024: 16, 2025: 4, 2026: 1.

Colours

BLUE 781 (21%)
WHITE 618 (17%)
RED 530 (14%)
YELLOW 351 (10%)
GREEN 329 (9%)
BROWN 273 (7%)
ORANGE 218 (6%)
CREAM 113 (3%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Ford ESCORT regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 631, CHRISTCHURCH: 351, WAIMAKARIRI: 128, HAMILTON: 126, TASMAN: 117.

Body Types

SALOON 83%
STATION WAGON 5%
HATCHBACK 5%
SPORTS CAR 4%

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1960–2020 11.5 L/100km
3 Toyota logo
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4 Toyota logo
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5 Honda logo
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Ford ESCORT are there in New Zealand?

There are 3,687 Ford ESCORT vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0.1% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1967 to 2000.

What body type is the Ford ESCORT?

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

Are Ford ESCORT cars imported or NZ-new?

81% of Ford ESCORT vehicles in New Zealand originated from Not Known. 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.

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