Porsche 996
159 registered in New Zealand · 1998–2007 · 99% from Germany
The Porsche 996 is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 159 registered across model years 1998 to 2007. It averages 1 L/100km in fuel consumption and produces an average of 266 kW. Most are petrol-powered sports cars with a 3.6L 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 996.
Fuel Types
Porsche 996 fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.
Fleet Age Profile
How many Porsche 996 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.
Porsche 996 fleet age profile: 2001: 27, 2002: 58, 2003: 40, 2004: 26.
Drivetrain
Transmission
Porsche 996 transmissions: 6-GEAR MANUAL 86%, 6-GEAR AUTO 2%.
Engine Size
Porsche 996 engine sizes: 3.6L 52%, 3.6L 42%, 3.4L 2%, 3.4L 1%, 2.6L 1%.
Imported From
Porsche 996 imported from: Germany 99%, Not Known 1%.
When They Arrived in NZ
When Porsche 996 vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.
Porsche 996 NZ arrival timeline: 2011: 3, 2014: 1, 2019: 1, 2021: 1, 2022: 1.
Estimated Running Costs
Select a model year to estimate fuel costs for that specific Porsche 996.
Colours
Colours shown are approximate representations of NZTA basic colour categories, not exact manufacturer paint codes.
Where They Are in NZ
Porsche 996 regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 57, CHRISTCHURCH: 24, QUEENSTOWN-LAKES: 7, WELLINGTON: 7, TIMARU: 4.
Body Types
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many Porsche 996 are there in New Zealand?
There are 159 Porsche 996 vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1998 to 2007.
How much does it cost to run a Porsche 996?
Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Porsche 996 averages 1 L/100km. At current fuel prices ($3.41/L), that works out to roughly $8 per week or $409 per year in fuel, assuming 12,000 km of annual driving. Actual costs vary by model year, driving conditions, and fuel type.
What body type is the Porsche 996?
The Porsche 996 is primarily classified as a sports car in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: saloon, convertible. The most common fuel type is petrol.
Are Porsche 996 cars imported or NZ-new?
99% of Porsche 996 vehicles in New Zealand originated from Germany. 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.