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Subaru LEONE

102 registered in New Zealand · 1974–1992 · 84% from Japan

The Subaru LEONE is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 102 registered across model years 1974 to 1992. Most are petrol-powered station wagons with a 1.8L 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 LEONE.

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102 On NZ Roads
1.8L Engine

Fuel Types

Subaru LEONE fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

PETROL 100%

Fleet Age Profile

How many Subaru LEONE 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.

Subaru LEONE fleet age profile: 1984: 13, 1985: 15, 1986: 20, 1987: 15, 1988: 14.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Subaru LEONE engine sizes: 1.8L 42%, 1.8L 27%, 1.8L 10%, 1.6L 8%, 1.6L 8%.

Imported From

Subaru LEONE imported from: Japan 84%, Not Known 16%.

Colours

WHITE 47 (46%)
SILVER 15 (15%)
GREY 11 (11%)
BLUE 11 (11%)
GREEN 6 (6%)
RED 6 (6%)
BROWN 4 (4%)
PINK 1 (1%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Subaru LEONE regional distribution: CHRISTCHURCH: 11, INVERCARGILL: 11, WAIMAKARIRI: 6, AUCKLAND: 6, NELSON: 4.

Body Types

STATION WAGON 44%
SALOON 43%
SPORTS CAR 6%
HATCHBACK 5%

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1994–2026 6.4 L/100km
2 Mitsubishi logo
Mitsubishi Outlander 78,580
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3 Toyota logo
Toyota Landcruiser 50,466
1965–2026 10.8 L/100km
4 Mazda logo
Mazda Cx 5 49,037
2007–2026 6.7 L/100km
5 Nissan logo
Nissan X Trail 48,485
2000–2026 7.5 L/100km

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Subaru LEONE are there in New Zealand?

There are 102 Subaru LEONE vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1974 to 1992.

What body type is the Subaru LEONE?

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

Are Subaru LEONE cars imported or NZ-new?

84% of Subaru LEONE vehicles in New Zealand originated from Japan. 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.

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