Mercury METEOR
15 registered in New Zealand · 1961–1969 · 93% from United States
The Mercury METEOR is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 15 registered across model years 1961 to 1969. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 4.3L 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 METEOR.
Fuel Types
Mercury METEOR fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.
Drivetrain
Engine Size
Mercury METEOR engine sizes: 4.3L 40%, 4.3L 13%, 4.3L 13%, 3.6L 7%, 3.6L 7%.
Imported From
Mercury METEOR imported from: United States 93%, Canada 7%.
When They Arrived in NZ
When Mercury METEOR vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.
Mercury METEOR NZ arrival timeline: 2016: 1, 2017: 1, 2019: 3, 2020: 1, 2021: 1.
Colours
Colours shown are approximate representations of NZTA basic colour categories, not exact manufacturer paint codes.
Where They Are in NZ
Mercury METEOR regional distribution: LOWER HUTT: 2, SELWYN: 1, HAURAKI: 1, AUCKLAND: 1, NAPIER: 1.
Body Types
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many Mercury METEOR are there in New Zealand?
There are 15 Mercury METEOR vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1961 to 1969.
What body type is the Mercury METEOR?
The Mercury METEOR is primarily classified as a saloon in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: sports car. The most common fuel type is petrol.
Are Mercury METEOR cars imported or NZ-new?
93% of Mercury METEOR 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.