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Hatchback car comparison

Nissan NOTE vs Ford FOCUS

Both are hatchback vehicles on New Zealand roads. Based on NZTA fleet data.

Nissan NOTE 27,277 on NZ roads
VS
Ford FOCUS 23,162 on NZ roads
$20/week cheaper to fuel — Nissan NOTE at $34/wk vs $54/wk
Nissan NOTE 27,277 in NZ Wins 3 of 3
Ford FOCUS 23,162 in NZ
Registered in NZ
27,277 ✓
23,162
Fuel Economy
4.3 L/100km ✓
6.9 L/100km
Power
—
115.3 kW
Weight
1,392.8 kg ✓
1,846 kg
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Body Type
Hatchback
Hatchback
Seats
5
5
Year Range
2004–2025
1999–2024
Imported New
0%
86%

NZ Registrations Over Time

Registration trend for Nissan NOTE vs Ford FOCUS: comparing annual new registrations in NZ from 2020 onwards. Nissan NOTE has more total registrations.

Regional Popularity

Region Nissan NOTE Ford FOCUS
AUCKLAND 10,791 4,409
CHRISTCHURCH CITY 2,656 2,121
HAMILTON CITY 1,353 1,134
WELLINGTON CITY 1,215 820
TAURANGA CITY 940 678
DUNEDIN CITY 463 581
PALMERSTON NORTH CITY 451 580
NAPIER CITY 419 473

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more popular in NZ — the Nissan NOTE or Ford FOCUS?

The Nissan NOTE is more common with 27,277 registered in New Zealand compared to 23,162 for the Ford FOCUS. A larger fleet means more mechanics familiar with the car and easier access to parts.

Which is cheaper to run — Nissan NOTE or Ford FOCUS?

Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Nissan NOTE uses less fuel at 4.3 L/100km compared to 6.9 L/100km. At current fuel prices of approximately $2.80/L, that difference adds up over a year of typical driving.

Are Nissan NOTE and Ford FOCUS the same body type?

Both are classified as Hatchback vehicles in the NZTA fleet data. The Nissan NOTE is primarily a petrol vehicle while the Ford FOCUS runs on petrol.

Are these cars typically imported new or used?

0% of Nissan NOTE models were imported new to NZ, while 99% came as used imports. For the Ford FOCUS, 86% were new and 12% were used imports.

Where does this data come from?

All figures are sourced from the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) Motor Vehicle Register, current as of 31 March 2026. This covers 3,678,722 registered passenger vehicles in New Zealand.

Data sourced from the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) Motor Vehicle Register, current as of 31 March 2026.

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