Peugeot 306

371 registered in New Zealand · 1993–2002 · 95% from France

The Peugeot 306 is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 371 registered across model years 1993 to 2002. It produces an average of 84 kW. Most are petrol-powered hatchbacks with a 2.0L 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 306.

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371 On NZ Roads
2.0L Engine
84 kW

Fuel Types

Peugeot 306 fuel type breakdown: PETROL 81%, DIESEL 19%.

Fleet Age Profile

How many Peugeot 306 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.

Peugeot 306 fleet age profile: 1997: 52, 1998: 62, 1999: 52, 2000: 74, 2001: 47.

Drivetrain

Transmission

Peugeot 306 transmissions: 5-GEAR MANUAL 42%, 4-GEAR AUTO 18%, 6-GEAR MANUAL 7%, 5-GEAR AUTO 1%.

Engine Size

Peugeot 306 engine sizes: 2.0L 37%, 1.8L 19%, 2.0L 17%, 2.0L 12%, 1.9L 7%.

Imported From

Peugeot 306 imported from: France 95%, Japan 2%, United Kingdom 2%, Germany 1%, Australia 0%.

When They Arrived in NZ

When Peugeot 306 vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.

Peugeot 306 NZ arrival timeline: 2007: 17, 2008: 8, 2009: 3, 2010: 3, 2013: 1.

Colours

BLUE 101 (27%)
RED 98 (26%)
SILVER 42 (11%)
GREEN 41 (11%)
GREY 34 (9%)
WHITE 25 (7%)
YELLOW 10 (3%)
PURPLE 8 (2%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Peugeot 306 regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 78, CHRISTCHURCH: 34, DUNEDIN: 22, WHANGAREI: 14, WELLINGTON: 14.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Peugeot 306 are there in New Zealand?

There are 371 Peugeot 306 vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1993 to 2002.

What body type is the Peugeot 306?

The Peugeot 306 is primarily classified as a hatchback in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: convertible, saloon, station wagon. The most common fuel type is petrol.

Are Peugeot 306 cars imported or NZ-new?

95% of Peugeot 306 vehicles in New Zealand originated from France. 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.