Plymouth SATELLITE
68 registered in New Zealand · 1965–1974 · 93% from United States
The Plymouth SATELLITE is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 68 registered across model years 1965 to 1974. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 5.2L 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 SATELLITE.
Fuel Types
Plymouth SATELLITE fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.
Drivetrain
Engine Size
Plymouth SATELLITE engine sizes: 5.2L 18%, 5.2L 9%, 5.0L 4%, 6.3L 4%, 5.2L 3%.
Imported From
Plymouth SATELLITE imported from: United States 93%, Not Known 6%, Canada 1%.
When They Arrived in NZ
When Plymouth SATELLITE vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.
Plymouth SATELLITE NZ arrival timeline: 2021: 2, 2022: 3, 2023: 2, 2024: 4, 2025: 1.
Colours
Colours shown are approximate representations of NZTA basic colour categories, not exact manufacturer paint codes.
Where They Are in NZ
Plymouth SATELLITE regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 14, HAMILTON: 4, WAIPA: 4, INVERCARGILL: 4, MARLBOROUGH: 3.
Body Types
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many Plymouth SATELLITE are there in New Zealand?
There are 68 Plymouth SATELLITE vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1965 to 1974.
What body type is the Plymouth SATELLITE?
The Plymouth SATELLITE is primarily classified as a saloon in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: sports car, convertible, station wagon. The most common fuel type is petrol.
Are Plymouth SATELLITE cars imported or NZ-new?
93% of Plymouth SATELLITE 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.