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Jensen INTERCEPTOR

55 registered in New Zealand · 1954–1977 · 56% from United Kingdom

The Jensen INTERCEPTOR is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 55 registered across model years 1954 to 1977. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 7.2L 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 INTERCEPTOR.

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55 On NZ Roads
7.2L Engine

Fuel Types

Jensen INTERCEPTOR fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

PETROL 100%

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Jensen INTERCEPTOR engine sizes: 7.2L 38%, 7.2L 22%, 6.3L 20%, 6.3L 4%, 7.2L 4%.

Imported From

Jensen INTERCEPTOR imported from: United Kingdom 56%, Not Known 44%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Jensen INTERCEPTOR NZ arrival timeline: 2012: 1, 2016: 1, 2019: 2, 2023: 2, 2024: 1.

Colours

RED 11 (20%)
BLUE 11 (20%)
GREEN 8 (15%)
YELLOW 4 (7%)
GOLD 4 (7%)
BROWN 4 (7%)
WHITE 4 (7%)
SILVER 3 (5%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Jensen INTERCEPTOR regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 16, CHRISTCHURCH: 7, WELLINGTON: 4, HAMILTON: 3, TASMAN: 3.

Body Types

SALOON 49%
SPORTS CAR 22%
HATCHBACK 16%
CONVERTIBLE 11%

Similar Cars

1 Holden logo
Holden Commodore 49,259
1978–2022 11.1 L/100km
2 Ford logo
Ford Falcon 33,206
1960–2020 11.5 L/100km
3 Toyota logo
Toyota Camry 30,957
1980–2026 7.3 L/100km
4 Toyota logo
Toyota Corolla 24,532
1956–2023 5.8 L/100km
5 Honda logo
Honda Accord 20,130
1978–2020 7.9 L/100km

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Jensen INTERCEPTOR are there in New Zealand?

There are 55 Jensen INTERCEPTOR vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1954 to 1977.

What body type is the Jensen INTERCEPTOR?

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

Are Jensen INTERCEPTOR cars imported or NZ-new?

56% of Jensen INTERCEPTOR vehicles in New Zealand originated from United Kingdom. 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.

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