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Triumph HERALD

468 registered in New Zealand · 1955–1999 · 71% from Not Known

The Triumph HERALD is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 468 registered across model years 1955 to 1999. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 1.1L 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 HERALD.

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468 On NZ Roads
1.1L Engine

Fuel Types

Triumph HERALD fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

PETROL 100%

Fleet Age Profile

How many Triumph HERALD 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.

Triumph HERALD fleet age profile: 1967: 58, 1968: 49, 1969: 57, 1970: 52, 1971: 27.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Triumph HERALD engine sizes: 1.1L 46%, 1.3L 26%, 1.2L 9%, 0.9L 4%, 1.3L 4%.

Imported From

Triumph HERALD imported from: Not Known 71%, United Kingdom 24%, New Zealand 6%.

Colours

RED 124 (26%)
BLUE 104 (22%)
WHITE 89 (19%)
GREEN 89 (19%)
YELLOW 17 (4%)
GREY 8 (2%)
BROWN 7 (1%)
CREAM 7 (1%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Triumph HERALD regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 64, CHRISTCHURCH: 58, DUNEDIN: 23, WAIMAKARIRI: 19, NELSON: 17.

Body Types

SALOON 74%
CONVERTIBLE 13%
SPORTS CAR 7%
STATION WAGON 6%

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 Triumph HERALD are there in New Zealand?

There are 468 Triumph HERALD vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1955 to 1999.

What body type is the Triumph HERALD?

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

Are Triumph HERALD cars imported or NZ-new?

71% of Triumph HERALD vehicles in New Zealand originated from Not Known. 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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