Ford PROBE

38 registered in New Zealand · 1994–1997 · 71% from United States

The Ford PROBE is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 38 registered across model years 1994 to 1997. It produces an average of 121 kW. Most are petrol-powered sports cars with a 2.5L 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 PROBE.

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38 On NZ Roads
2.5L Engine
121 kW

Fuel Types

Ford PROBE fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

Drivetrain

Transmission

Ford PROBE transmissions: 5-GEAR MANUAL 16%, 5-GEAR AUTO 8%, 4-GEAR AUTO 3%.

Engine Size

Ford PROBE engine sizes: 2.5L 32%, 2.5L 29%, 2.5L 24%, 2.5L 8%, 2.4L 3%.

Imported From

Ford PROBE imported from: United States 71%, Japan 18%, Canada 5%, United Kingdom 3%, Australia 3%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Ford PROBE NZ arrival timeline: 2002: 1, 2003: 4, 2004: 4, 2005: 2, 2009: 1.

Colours

BLUE 13 (34%)
RED 10 (26%)
SILVER 6 (16%)
PURPLE 3 (8%)
GREY 3 (8%)
WHITE 2 (5%)
GREEN 1 (3%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Ford PROBE regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 5, NEW PLYMOUTH: 5, CHRISTCHURCH: 3, INVERCARGILL: 3, THAMES-COROMANDEL: 2.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Ford PROBE are there in New Zealand?

There are 38 Ford PROBE vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1994 to 1997.

What body type is the Ford PROBE?

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

Are Ford PROBE cars imported or NZ-new?

71% of Ford PROBE 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.