Toyota SERA

53 registered in New Zealand · 1990–1995 · 100% from Japan

The Toyota SERA is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 53 registered across model years 1990 to 1995. Most are petrol-powered hatchbacks with a 1.5L 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 SERA.

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53 On NZ Roads
1.5L Engine

Fuel Types

Toyota SERA fuel type breakdown: PETROL 98%, ELECTRIC 2%.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Toyota SERA engine sizes: 1.5L 53%, 1.5L 28%, 1.5L 9%, 1.5L 4%, 1.3L 2%.

Imported From

Toyota SERA imported from: Japan 100%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Toyota SERA NZ arrival timeline: 2000: 3, 2001: 3, 2002: 3, 2009: 1.

Colours

GREEN 12 (23%)
BLUE 11 (21%)
GREY 9 (17%)
RED 8 (15%)
SILVER 5 (9%)
GOLD 3 (6%)
BLACK 2 (4%)
YELLOW 2 (4%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Toyota SERA regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 13, CHRISTCHURCH: 7, DUNEDIN: 4, TIMARU: 3, SOUTH TARANAKI: 3.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Toyota SERA are there in New Zealand?

There are 53 Toyota SERA vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1990 to 1995.

What body type is the Toyota SERA?

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

Are Toyota SERA cars imported or NZ-new?

100% of Toyota SERA 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.