Studebaker COMMANDER

37 registered in New Zealand · 1928–1964 · 68% from United States

The Studebaker COMMANDER is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 37 registered across model years 1928 to 1964. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 2.6L 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 COMMANDER.

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37 On NZ Roads
2.6L Engine

Fuel Types

Studebaker COMMANDER fuel type breakdown: PETROL 97%, OTHER 3%.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Studebaker COMMANDER engine sizes: 2.6L 8%, 3.7L 8%, 3.0L 5%, 4.0L 5%, 4.2L 5%.

Imported From

Studebaker COMMANDER imported from: United States 68%, Not Known 30%, United Kingdom 3%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Studebaker COMMANDER NZ arrival timeline: 2012: 2, 2015: 1, 2017: 2, 2019: 1, 2022: 2.

Colours

RED 8 (22%)
GREEN 6 (16%)
BROWN 6 (16%)
BLACK 4 (11%)
BLUE 3 (8%)
ORANGE 2 (5%)
CREAM 2 (5%)
YELLOW 2 (5%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Studebaker COMMANDER regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 5, WAIMAKARIRI: 4, CHRISTCHURCH: 4, SELWYN: 3, GORE: 2.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Studebaker COMMANDER are there in New Zealand?

There are 37 Studebaker COMMANDER vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1928 to 1964.

What body type is the Studebaker COMMANDER?

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

Are Studebaker COMMANDER cars imported or NZ-new?

68% of Studebaker COMMANDER 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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