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Ford FAIRMONT

4,004 registered in New Zealand · 1965–2016 · 68% from Australia

The Ford FAIRMONT is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 4,004 registered across model years 1965 to 2016. It averages 10.2 L/100km in fuel consumption and produces an average of 154 kW. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 4.0L 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 FAIRMONT.

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4,004 On NZ Roads
4.0L Engine
10.2 L/100km
154 kW

Fuel Types

Ford FAIRMONT fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%, DIESEL 0%, LPG 0%, CNG 0%.

PETROL 100% DIESEL 0% LPG 0% CNG 0%

Fleet Age Profile

How many Ford FAIRMONT 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 FAIRMONT fleet age profile: 1994: 289, 1995: 290, 1996: 281, 1997: 127, 1998: 213.

Drivetrain

Transmission

Ford FAIRMONT transmissions: 4-GEAR AUTO 15%, 6-GEAR AUTO 0%.

Engine Size

Ford FAIRMONT engine sizes: 4.0L 20%, 4.1L 11%, 4.9L 8%, 5.0L 7%, 4.0L 6%.

Imported From

Ford FAIRMONT imported from: Australia 68%, Not Known 28%, New Zealand 3%, South Africa 1%, Japan 0%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Ford FAIRMONT NZ arrival timeline: 2022: 14, 2023: 5, 2024: 2, 2025: 7, 2026: 1.

Estimated Running Costs

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

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Colours

BLUE 842 (21%)
RED 811 (20%)
GREEN 638 (16%)
SILVER 407 (10%)
WHITE 389 (10%)
BROWN 210 (5%)
GOLD 200 (5%)
BLACK 132 (3%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Ford FAIRMONT regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 464, INVERCARGILL: 286, CHRISTCHURCH: 241, WAIMAKARIRI: 165, DUNEDIN: 151.

Body Types

SALOON 93%
STATION WAGON 6%
SPORTS CAR 1%
LIGHT VAN 0%

Similar Cars

1 Holden logo
Holden Commodore 49,259
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 FAIRMONT are there in New Zealand?

There are 4,004 Ford FAIRMONT vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0.1% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1965 to 2016.

How much does it cost to run a Ford FAIRMONT?

Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Ford FAIRMONT averages 10.2 L/100km. At current fuel prices ($3.41/L), that works out to roughly $80 per week or $4,174 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 FAIRMONT?

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

Are Ford FAIRMONT cars imported or NZ-new?

68% of Ford FAIRMONT vehicles in New Zealand originated from Australia. 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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