Ford FALCON
36,746 registered in New Zealand · 1960–2020 · 90% from Australia
The Ford FALCON is a well-established model on New Zealand roads, with 36,746 registered across model years 1960 to 2020. It averages 11.5 L/100km in fuel consumption and produces an average of 199 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 FALCON.
Fuel Types
Ford FALCON fuel type breakdown: PETROL 99%, LPG 1%, DIESEL 0%, OTHER 0%.
Fleet Age Profile
How many Ford FALCON 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 FALCON fleet age profile: 2012: 1,079, 2013: 844, 2014: 615, 2015: 656, 2016: 436.
Drivetrain
Transmission
Ford FALCON transmissions: 4-GEAR AUTO 40%, 6-GEAR AUTO 36%, 5-GEAR MANUAL 2%, 5-GEAR AUTO 2%, 6-GEAR MANUAL 1%.
Engine Size
Ford FALCON engine sizes: 4.0L 69%, 5.4L 8%, 4.9L 5%, 4.1L 4%, 4.0L 2%.
Imported From
Ford FALCON imported from: Australia 90%, Not Known 9%, New Zealand 0%, United States 0%, Japan 0%.
When They Arrived in NZ
When Ford FALCON vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.
Ford FALCON NZ arrival timeline: 2022: 34, 2023: 23, 2024: 23, 2025: 20, 2026: 6.
Estimated Running Costs
Select a model year to estimate fuel costs for that specific Ford FALCON.
Colours
Colours shown are approximate representations of NZTA basic colour categories, not exact manufacturer paint codes.
Where They Are in NZ
Ford FALCON regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 4,860, CHRISTCHURCH: 2,513, INVERCARGILL: 1,460, HAMILTON: 1,285, DUNEDIN: 1,194.
Body Types
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many Ford FALCON are there in New Zealand?
There are 36,746 Ford FALCON vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 1% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1960 to 2020. A large fleet means parts are widely available and mechanics are familiar with this model.
How much does it cost to run a Ford FALCON?
Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Ford FALCON averages 11.5 L/100km. At current fuel prices ($3.41/L), that works out to roughly $91 per week or $4,706 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 FALCON?
The Ford FALCON is primarily classified as a saloon in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: station wagon, utility, sports car. The most common fuel type is petrol.
Are Ford FALCON cars imported or NZ-new?
90% of Ford FALCON vehicles in New Zealand originated from Australia. 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.