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Toyota CURREN

331 registered in New Zealand · 1994–1998 · 100% from Japan

The Toyota CURREN is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 331 registered across model years 1994 to 1998. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 2.0L 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 CURREN.

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331 On NZ Roads
2.0L Engine

Fuel Types

Toyota CURREN fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

PETROL 100%

Fleet Age Profile

How many Toyota CURREN 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.

Toyota CURREN fleet age profile: 1994: 69, 1995: 39, 1996: 122, 1997: 77, 1998: 24.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Toyota CURREN engine sizes: 2.0L 53%, 2.0L 25%, 1.8L 10%, 1.8L 8%, 1.8L 1%.

Imported From

Toyota CURREN imported from: Japan 100%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Toyota CURREN NZ arrival timeline: 2005: 40, 2006: 26, 2007: 29, 2008: 7, 2009: 1.

Colours

SILVER 122 (37%)
RED 66 (20%)
WHITE 55 (17%)
BLACK 41 (12%)
BLUE 29 (9%)
GREY 8 (2%)
GREEN 8 (2%)
ORANGE 2 (1%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Toyota CURREN regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 71, CHRISTCHURCH: 36, DUNEDIN: 16, HAMILTON: 12, WELLINGTON: 11.

Body Types

SALOON 69%
SPORTS CAR 28%
HATCHBACK 3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Toyota CURREN are there in New Zealand?

There are 331 Toyota CURREN vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1994 to 1998.

What body type is the Toyota CURREN?

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

Are Toyota CURREN cars imported or NZ-new?

100% of Toyota CURREN 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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