Land Rover 88

112 registered in New Zealand · 1954–1985 · 70% from Not Known

The Land Rover 88 is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 112 registered across model years 1954 to 1985. Most are petrol-powered station wagons with a 2.3L 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 88.

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112 On NZ Roads
2.3L Engine

Fuel Types

Land Rover 88 fuel type breakdown: PETROL 89%, DIESEL 11%.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Land Rover 88 engine sizes: 2.3L 73%, 2.0L 4%, 2.3L 3%, 3.3L 3%, 3.3L 2%.

Imported From

Land Rover 88 imported from: Not Known 70%, United Kingdom 28%, New Zealand 2%, Germany 1%.

When They Arrived in NZ

When Land Rover 88 vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.

Land Rover 88 NZ arrival timeline: 2017: 2, 2019: 1, 2022: 1, 2023: 1, 2025: 2.

Colours

GREEN 54 (48%)
CREAM 17 (15%)
BLUE 15 (13%)
GREY 14 (13%)
WHITE 7 (6%)
YELLOW 2 (2%)
BROWN 1 (1%)
RED 1 (1%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Land Rover 88 regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 19, CHRISTCHURCH: 10, DUNEDIN: 6, TASMAN: 6, TIMARU: 5.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Land Rover 88 are there in New Zealand?

There are 112 Land Rover 88 vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1954 to 1985.

What body type is the Land Rover 88?

The Land Rover 88 is primarily classified as a station wagon in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: utility, light van, saloon. The most common fuel type is petrol.

Are Land Rover 88 cars imported or NZ-new?

70% of Land Rover 88 vehicles in New Zealand originated from Not Known. 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.