Ford LTD

291 registered in New Zealand · 1966–2007 · 59% from Australia

The Ford LTD is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 291 registered across model years 1966 to 2007. It averages 14.5 L/100km in fuel consumption and produces an average of 184 kW. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 4.9L 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 LTD.

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291 On NZ Roads
4.9L Engine
14.5 L/100km
184 kW

Fuel Types

Ford LTD fuel type breakdown: PETROL 99%, DIESEL 1%.

Fleet Age Profile

How many Ford LTD 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 LTD fleet age profile: 1989: 17, 1990: 11, 1996: 19, 1999: 12, 2000: 10.

Drivetrain

Transmission

Ford LTD transmissions: 4-GEAR AUTO 24%, 6-GEAR AUTO 2%.

Engine Size

Ford LTD engine sizes: 4.9L 15%, 5.8L 11%, 5.4L 8%, 4.0L 8%, 4.1L 7%.

Imported From

Ford LTD imported from: Australia 59%, Not Known 25%, United States 12%, New Zealand 2%, Canada 1%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Ford LTD NZ arrival timeline: 2019: 4, 2020: 5, 2022: 2, 2023: 3, 2025: 1.

Estimated Running Costs

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

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Colours

WHITE 46 (16%)
SILVER 43 (15%)
BLUE 33 (11%)
BLACK 29 (10%)
GREEN 28 (10%)
RED 27 (9%)
BROWN 25 (9%)
GOLD 23 (8%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Ford LTD regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 44, CHRISTCHURCH: 24, INVERCARGILL: 20, DUNEDIN: 14, HAMILTON: 12.

Body Types

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4 Toyota logo
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5 Honda logo
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1978–2020 7.9 L/100km

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Ford LTD are there in New Zealand?

There are 291 Ford LTD vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1966 to 2007.

How much does it cost to run a Ford LTD?

Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Ford LTD averages 14.5 L/100km. At current fuel prices ($3.41/L), that works out to roughly $114 per week or $5,933 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 LTD?

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

Are Ford LTD cars imported or NZ-new?

59% of Ford LTD 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.