Volkswagen BORA
139 registered in New Zealand · 1999–2006 · 96% from Germany
The Volkswagen BORA is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 139 registered across model years 1999 to 2006. It produces an average of 85 kW. 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 BORA.
Fuel Types
Volkswagen BORA fuel type breakdown: PETROL 97%, DIESEL 3%.
Fleet Age Profile
How many Volkswagen BORA 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.
Volkswagen BORA fleet age profile: 2001: 17, 2002: 10, 2003: 49, 2004: 30, 2005: 11.
Drivetrain
Transmission
Volkswagen BORA transmissions: 5-GEAR MANUAL 1%.
Engine Size
Volkswagen BORA engine sizes: 2.0L 35%, 2.3L 19%, 2.8L 17%, 2.0L 10%, 2.3L 4%.
Imported From
Volkswagen BORA imported from: Germany 96%, Japan 2%, United Kingdom 1%, Other 1%.
When They Arrived in NZ
When Volkswagen BORA vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.
Volkswagen BORA NZ arrival timeline: 2013: 17, 2014: 5, 2015: 7, 2016: 5, 2017: 2.
Colours
Colours shown are approximate representations of NZTA basic colour categories, not exact manufacturer paint codes.
Where They Are in NZ
Volkswagen BORA regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 39, CHRISTCHURCH: 16, HAMILTON: 8, WHANGAREI: 6, WAIMAKARIRI: 5.
Body Types
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many Volkswagen BORA are there in New Zealand?
There are 139 Volkswagen BORA vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1999 to 2006.
What body type is the Volkswagen BORA?
The Volkswagen BORA is primarily classified as a saloon in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: station wagon, hatchback. The most common fuel type is petrol.
Are Volkswagen BORA cars imported or NZ-new?
96% of Volkswagen BORA vehicles in New Zealand originated from Germany. 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.