Jaguar SOVEREIGN

380 registered in New Zealand · 1984–2006 · 90% from United Kingdom

The Jaguar SOVEREIGN is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 380 registered across model years 1984 to 2006. It produces an average of 185 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 SOVEREIGN.

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380 On NZ Roads
4.0L Engine
185 kW

Fuel Types

Jaguar SOVEREIGN fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

Fleet Age Profile

How many Jaguar SOVEREIGN 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.

Jaguar SOVEREIGN fleet age profile: 1997: 18, 1999: 12, 2000: 10, 2001: 19, 2002: 10.

Drivetrain

Transmission

Jaguar SOVEREIGN transmissions: 4-GEAR AUTO 8%, 5-GEAR AUTO 2%.

Engine Size

Jaguar SOVEREIGN engine sizes: 4.0L 37%, 4.2L 10%, 3.6L 9%, 3.2L 7%, 4.2L 7%.

Imported From

Jaguar SOVEREIGN imported from: United Kingdom 90%, Not Known 7%, Germany 1%, Japan 1%, Other 1%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Jaguar SOVEREIGN NZ arrival timeline: 2016: 2, 2018: 1, 2020: 1, 2021: 1, 2025: 1.

Colours

RED 80 (21%)
GREEN 70 (18%)
BLUE 66 (17%)
SILVER 43 (11%)
GREY 39 (10%)
GOLD 33 (9%)
WHITE 25 (7%)
BROWN 13 (3%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Jaguar SOVEREIGN regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 79, CHRISTCHURCH: 45, WAIMAKARIRI: 13, WHANGAREI: 12, HASTINGS: 11.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Jaguar SOVEREIGN are there in New Zealand?

There are 380 Jaguar SOVEREIGN vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1984 to 2006.

What body type is the Jaguar SOVEREIGN?

The Jaguar SOVEREIGN is primarily classified as a saloon in the NZTA fleet register. The most common fuel type is petrol.

Are Jaguar SOVEREIGN cars imported or NZ-new?

90% of Jaguar SOVEREIGN vehicles in New Zealand originated from United Kingdom. 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.