Porsche CARRERA 2

24 registered in New Zealand · 1990–1993 · 92% from Germany

The Porsche CARRERA 2 is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 24 registered across model years 1990 to 1993. 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 CARRERA 2.

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24 On NZ Roads
3.6L Engine

Fuel Types

Porsche CARRERA 2 fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Porsche CARRERA 2 engine sizes: 3.6L 83%, 3.6L 8%, 3.8L 8%.

Imported From

Porsche CARRERA 2 imported from: Germany 92%, United Kingdom 4%, Italy 4%.

When They Arrived in NZ

When Porsche CARRERA 2 vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.

Porsche CARRERA 2 NZ arrival timeline: 2005: 6, 2006: 2, 2008: 3, 2017: 1, 2019: 1.

Colours

GREY 5 (21%)
WHITE 5 (21%)
BLUE 4 (17%)
SILVER 3 (13%)
RED 2 (8%)
GREEN 2 (8%)
BLACK 2 (8%)
PINK 1 (4%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Porsche CARRERA 2 regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 11, CHRISTCHURCH: 5, KAPITI COAST: 2, TAURANGA: 1, KAIPARA: 1.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Porsche CARRERA 2 are there in New Zealand?

There are 24 Porsche CARRERA 2 vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1990 to 1993.

What body type is the Porsche CARRERA 2?

The Porsche CARRERA 2 is primarily classified as a sports car in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: convertible, saloon. The most common fuel type is petrol.

Are Porsche CARRERA 2 cars imported or NZ-new?

92% of Porsche CARRERA 2 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.