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Sedan car comparison

Holden COMMODORE vs Honda ACCORD

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

Holden COMMODORE 60,556 on NZ roads
VS
Honda ACCORD 23,482 on NZ roads
$25/week cheaper to fuel — Honda ACCORD at $62/wk vs $87/wk
59.29999999999998 kW more power — Holden COMMODORE at 205.6 kW
Holden COMMODORE 60,556 in NZ
Honda ACCORD 23,482 in NZ
Registered in NZ
60,556 ✓
23,482
Fuel Economy
11.1 L/100km
7.9 L/100km ✓
Power
205.6 kW ✓
146.3 kW
Weight
1,996.1 kg
1,815.5 kg ✓
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Body Type
Sedan
Sedan
Seats
5
5
Year Range
1978–2022
1978–2020
Imported New
93%
50%

NZ Registrations Over Time

Registration trend for Holden COMMODORE vs Honda ACCORD: comparing annual new registrations in NZ from 2020 onwards. Holden COMMODORE has more total registrations.

Regional Popularity

Region Holden COMMODORE Honda ACCORD
AUCKLAND 13,507 7,945
CHRISTCHURCH CITY 3,795 1,616
HAMILTON CITY 2,314 1,144
TAURANGA CITY 1,737 709
WHANGAREI DISTRICT 1,680 649
PALMERSTON NORTH CITY 1,411 526
INVERCARGILL CITY 1,366 505
DUNEDIN CITY 1,294 497

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more popular in NZ — the Holden COMMODORE or Honda ACCORD?

The Holden COMMODORE is more common with 60,556 registered in New Zealand compared to 23,482 for the Honda ACCORD. A larger fleet means more mechanics familiar with the car and easier access to parts.

Which is cheaper to run — Holden COMMODORE or Honda ACCORD?

Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Honda ACCORD uses less fuel at 7.9 L/100km compared to 11.1 L/100km. At current fuel prices of approximately $2.80/L, that difference adds up over a year of typical driving.

Are Holden COMMODORE and Honda ACCORD the same body type?

Both are classified as Sedan vehicles in the NZTA fleet data. The Holden COMMODORE is primarily a petrol vehicle while the Honda ACCORD runs on petrol.

Are these cars typically imported new or used?

93% of Holden COMMODORE models were imported new to NZ, while 3% came as used imports. For the Honda ACCORD, 50% were new and 48% 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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Holden COMMODORE Honda ACCORD

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