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Studebaker CHAMPION

56 registered in New Zealand · 1940–1958 · 57% from United States

The Studebaker CHAMPION is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 56 registered across model years 1940 to 1958. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 2.1L 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 CHAMPION.

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56 On NZ Roads
2.1L Engine

Fuel Types

Studebaker CHAMPION fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

PETROL 100%

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Studebaker CHAMPION engine sizes: 2.1L 16%, 2.2L 7%, 2.8L 7%, 2.2L 5%, 2.5L 4%.

Imported From

Studebaker CHAMPION imported from: United States 57%, Not Known 34%, New Zealand 7%, Canada 2%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Studebaker CHAMPION NZ arrival timeline: 2016: 1, 2017: 1, 2020: 1, 2026: 1.

Colours

GREEN 11 (20%)
BLUE 10 (18%)
RED 10 (18%)
BLACK 9 (16%)
BROWN 3 (5%)
WHITE 3 (5%)
GREY 2 (4%)
PINK 2 (4%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Studebaker CHAMPION regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 8, TIMARU: 8, KAPITI COAST: 3, TASMAN: 3, CHRISTCHURCH: 3.

Body Types

SALOON 91%
STATION WAGON 5%
CONVERTIBLE 2%
UTILITY 2%

Similar Cars

1 Holden logo
Holden Commodore 49,259
1978–2022 11.1 L/100km
2 Ford logo
Ford Falcon 33,206
1960–2020 11.5 L/100km
3 Toyota logo
Toyota Camry 30,957
1980–2026 7.3 L/100km
4 Toyota logo
Toyota Corolla 24,532
1956–2023 5.8 L/100km
5 Honda logo
Honda Accord 20,130
1978–2020 7.9 L/100km

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Studebaker CHAMPION are there in New Zealand?

There are 56 Studebaker CHAMPION vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1940 to 1958.

What body type is the Studebaker CHAMPION?

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

Are Studebaker CHAMPION cars imported or NZ-new?

57% of Studebaker CHAMPION vehicles in New Zealand originated from United States. A mix of NZ-new and imported vehicles make up the fleet. Check the import status and origin country for the specific year you're considering on the individual year pages.

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