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Oldsmobile TORONADO

10 registered in New Zealand · 1966–1974 · 70% from United States

The Oldsmobile TORONADO is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 10 registered across model years 1966 to 1974. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 7.5L 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 TORONADO.

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10 On NZ Roads
7.5L Engine

Fuel Types

Oldsmobile TORONADO fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

PETROL 100%

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Oldsmobile TORONADO engine sizes: 7.5L 20%, 4.6L 10%, 5.5L 10%, 6.9L 10%, 7.0L 10%.

Imported From

Oldsmobile TORONADO imported from: United States 70%, Not Known 30%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Oldsmobile TORONADO NZ arrival timeline: 2004: 2, 2005: 1, 2006: 1, 2017: 1.

Colours

ORANGE 2 (20%)
WHITE 2 (20%)
GOLD 2 (20%)
GREEN 1 (10%)
BROWN 1 (10%)
RED 1 (10%)
SILVER 1 (10%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Oldsmobile TORONADO regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 5, FAR NORTH: 1, CHRISTCHURCH: 1, KAPITI COAST: 1, WAIMAKARIRI: 1.

Body Types

SALOON 90%
SPORTS CAR 10%

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 Oldsmobile TORONADO are there in New Zealand?

There are 10 Oldsmobile TORONADO vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1966 to 1974.

What body type is the Oldsmobile TORONADO?

The Oldsmobile TORONADO 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 Oldsmobile TORONADO cars imported or NZ-new?

70% of Oldsmobile TORONADO vehicles in New Zealand originated from United States. 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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