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SUV & Wagon car comparison

Holden CAPTIVA vs Mazda MAZDA6

Both are suv & wagon vehicles on New Zealand roads. Based on NZTA fleet data.

Holden CAPTIVA 17,836 on NZ roads
VS
Mazda MAZDA6 17,308 on NZ roads
$10/week cheaper to fuel — Mazda MAZDA6 at $64/wk vs $74/wk
16.599999999999994 kW more power — Holden CAPTIVA at 142.1 kW
Holden CAPTIVA 17,836 in NZ
Mazda MAZDA6 17,308 in NZ
Registered in NZ
17,836 ✓
17,308
Fuel Economy
9.4 L/100km
8.1 L/100km ✓
Power
142.1 kW ✓
125.5 kW
Weight
2,383.4 kg
1,904 kg ✓
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Body Type
SUV & Wagon
SUV & Wagon
Seats
7
5
Year Range
2006–2019
2002–2024
Imported New
95%
95%

NZ Registrations Over Time

Registration trend for Holden CAPTIVA vs Mazda MAZDA6: comparing annual new registrations in NZ from 2020 onwards. Holden CAPTIVA has more total registrations.

Regional Popularity

Region Holden CAPTIVA Mazda MAZDA6
AUCKLAND 5,603 4,877
CHRISTCHURCH CITY 970 960
HAMILTON CITY 723 993
TAURANGA CITY 602 683
WHANGAREI DISTRICT 483 467
WELLINGTON CITY 320 537
LOWER HUTT CITY 419 431
PALMERSTON NORTH CITY — 505

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more popular in NZ — the Holden CAPTIVA or Mazda MAZDA6?

The Holden CAPTIVA is more common with 17,836 registered in New Zealand compared to 17,308 for the Mazda MAZDA6. A larger fleet means more mechanics familiar with the car and easier access to parts.

Which is cheaper to run — Holden CAPTIVA or Mazda MAZDA6?

Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Mazda MAZDA6 uses less fuel at 8.1 L/100km compared to 9.4 L/100km. At current fuel prices of approximately $2.80/L, that difference adds up over a year of typical driving.

Are Holden CAPTIVA and Mazda MAZDA6 the same body type?

Both are classified as SUV & Wagon vehicles in the NZTA fleet data. The Holden CAPTIVA is primarily a petrol vehicle while the Mazda MAZDA6 runs on petrol.

Are these cars typically imported new or used?

95% of Holden CAPTIVA models were imported new to NZ, while 3% came as used imports. For the Mazda MAZDA6, 95% were new and 3% 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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