Volkswagen BEATLE

13 registered in New Zealand · 1964–1979 · 92% from Not Known

The Volkswagen BEATLE is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 13 registered across model years 1964 to 1979. Most are petrol-powered saloons 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 BEATLE.

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13 On NZ Roads
1.5L Engine

Fuel Types

Volkswagen BEATLE fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Volkswagen BEATLE engine sizes: 1.5L 38%, 1.2L 15%, 1.5L 15%, 1.3L 8%, 1.5L 8%.

Imported From

Volkswagen BEATLE imported from: Not Known 92%, United States 8%.

Colours

BLUE 4 (31%)
RED 3 (23%)
ORANGE 2 (15%)
SILVER 1 (8%)
WHITE 1 (8%)
PURPLE 1 (8%)
CREAM 1 (8%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Volkswagen BEATLE regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 3, CHRISTCHURCH: 3, SELWYN: 3, QUEENSTOWN-LAKES: 1, WAIKATO: 1.

Body Types

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 Volkswagen BEATLE are there in New Zealand?

There are 13 Volkswagen BEATLE vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1964 to 1979.

What body type is the Volkswagen BEATLE?

The Volkswagen BEATLE is primarily classified as a saloon in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: convertible. The most common fuel type is petrol.

Are Volkswagen BEATLE cars imported or NZ-new?

92% of Volkswagen BEATLE 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.