Mazda R100

14 registered in New Zealand · 1969–1975 · 71% from Japan

The Mazda R100 is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 14 registered across model years 1969 to 1975. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 1.0L 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 R100.

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14 On NZ Roads
1.0L Engine

Fuel Types

Mazda R100 fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Mazda R100 engine sizes: 1.0L 36%, 0.9L 7%, 1.0L 7%, 1.1L 7%, 1.1L 7%.

Imported From

Mazda R100 imported from: Japan 71%, Not Known 21%, New Zealand 7%.

When They Arrived in NZ

When Mazda R100 vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.

Mazda R100 NZ arrival timeline: 2007: 1, 2013: 1, 2018: 1, 2022: 1, 2024: 1.

Colours

WHITE 3 (21%)
YELLOW 3 (21%)
RED 2 (14%)
BLUE 2 (14%)
GOLD 1 (7%)
ORANGE 1 (7%)
SILVER 1 (7%)
BLACK 1 (7%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Mazda R100 regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 6, WHANGANUI: 2, WAIMAKARIRI: 1, MARLBOROUGH: 1, DUNEDIN: 1.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Mazda R100 are there in New Zealand?

There are 14 Mazda R100 vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1969 to 1975.

What body type is the Mazda R100?

The Mazda R100 is primarily classified as a saloon in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: sports car, station wagon. The most common fuel type is petrol.

Are Mazda R100 cars imported or NZ-new?

71% of Mazda R100 vehicles in New Zealand originated from Japan. 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.