Jaguar XK 120

16 registered in New Zealand · 1948–1954 · 81% from United Kingdom

The Jaguar XK 120 is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 16 registered across model years 1948 to 1954. Most are petrol-powered sports cars with a 3.4L 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 XK 120.

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16 On NZ Roads
3.4L Engine

Fuel Types

Jaguar XK 120 fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Jaguar XK 120 engine sizes: 3.4L 50%, 3.4L 44%, 3.5L 6%.

Imported From

Jaguar XK 120 imported from: United Kingdom 81%, United States 13%, Not Known 6%.

When They Arrived in NZ

When Jaguar XK 120 vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.

Jaguar XK 120 NZ arrival timeline: 2001: 1, 2004: 2, 2006: 2, 2021: 1.

Colours

SILVER 5 (31%)
WHITE 4 (25%)
GREEN 4 (25%)
BROWN 1 (6%)
BLUE 1 (6%)
CREAM 1 (6%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Jaguar XK 120 regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 5, CHRISTCHURCH: 4, SOUTH TARANAKI: 1, ASHBURTON: 1, NELSON: 1.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Jaguar XK 120 are there in New Zealand?

There are 16 Jaguar XK 120 vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1948 to 1954.

What body type is the Jaguar XK 120?

The Jaguar XK 120 is primarily classified as a sports car in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: convertible, saloon. The most common fuel type is petrol.

Are Jaguar XK 120 cars imported or NZ-new?

81% of Jaguar XK 120 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.