Porsche CARRERA
427 registered in New Zealand · 1972–2021 · 95% from Germany
The Porsche CARRERA is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 427 registered across model years 1972 to 2021. It averages 9.2 L/100km in fuel consumption and produces an average of 293 kW. Most are petrol-powered sports cars with a 3.8L 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 CARRERA.
Fuel Types
Porsche CARRERA fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.
Fleet Age Profile
How many Porsche CARRERA 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 CARRERA fleet age profile: 2014: 18, 2015: 32, 2016: 30, 2017: 31, 2018: 26.
Drivetrain
Transmission
Porsche CARRERA transmissions: 7-GEAR AUTO 42%, 7-GEAR MANUAL 3%, 6-GEAR MANUAL 0%.
Engine Size
Porsche CARRERA engine sizes: 3.8L 31%, 3.6L 15%, 3.0L 12%, 3.4L 6%, 3.4L 5%.
Imported From
Porsche CARRERA imported from: Germany 95%, United Kingdom 1%, France 1%, Not Known 1%, Italy 1%.
When They Arrived in NZ
When Porsche CARRERA vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.
Porsche CARRERA NZ arrival timeline: 2020: 3, 2021: 6, 2022: 10, 2023: 4, 2024: 2.
Estimated Running Costs
Select a model year to estimate fuel costs for that specific Porsche CARRERA.
Colours
Colours shown are approximate representations of NZTA basic colour categories, not exact manufacturer paint codes.
Where They Are in NZ
Porsche CARRERA regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 188, CHRISTCHURCH: 64, TAURANGA: 16, HAMILTON: 15, QUEENSTOWN-LAKES: 13.
Body Types
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many Porsche CARRERA are there in New Zealand?
There are 427 Porsche CARRERA vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1972 to 2021.
How much does it cost to run a Porsche CARRERA?
Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Porsche CARRERA averages 9.2 L/100km. At current fuel prices ($3.41/L), that works out to roughly $72 per week or $3,765 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 CARRERA?
The Porsche CARRERA is primarily classified as a sports car in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: convertible, saloon, hatchback. The most common fuel type is petrol.
Are Porsche CARRERA cars imported or NZ-new?
95% of Porsche CARRERA 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.