Mercury COUGAR
112 registered in New Zealand · 1967–1990 · 85% from United States
The Mercury COUGAR is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 112 registered across model years 1967 to 1990. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 5.8L 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 COUGAR.
Fuel Types
Mercury COUGAR fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.
Fleet Age Profile
How many Mercury COUGAR 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.
Mercury COUGAR fleet age profile: 1967: 18, 1968: 32, 1969: 33, 1970: 12.
Drivetrain
Engine Size
Mercury COUGAR engine sizes: 5.8L 13%, 5.8L 7%, 5.0L 6%, 4.9L 5%, 4.7L 4%.
Imported From
Mercury COUGAR imported from: United States 85%, Not Known 14%, Canada 1%.
When They Arrived in NZ
When Mercury COUGAR vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.
Mercury COUGAR NZ arrival timeline: 2021: 2, 2022: 4, 2023: 2, 2024: 1, 2025: 3.
Colours
Colours shown are approximate representations of NZTA basic colour categories, not exact manufacturer paint codes.
Where They Are in NZ
Mercury COUGAR regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 27, CHRISTCHURCH: 8, WHANGAREI: 5, LOWER HUTT: 4, NEW PLYMOUTH: 4.
Body Types
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many Mercury COUGAR are there in New Zealand?
There are 112 Mercury COUGAR vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1967 to 1990.
What body type is the Mercury COUGAR?
The Mercury COUGAR is primarily classified as a saloon in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: sports car, convertible. The most common fuel type is petrol.
Are Mercury COUGAR cars imported or NZ-new?
85% of Mercury COUGAR vehicles in New Zealand originated from United States. 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.