Sedan car comparison

Holden COMMODORE vs Toyota CAMRY

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

Holden COMMODORE 60,556 on NZ roads
VS
Toyota CAMRY 32,924 on NZ roads
$30/week cheaper to fuel — Toyota CAMRY at $57/wk vs $87/wk
78.69999999999999 kW more power — Holden COMMODORE at 205.6 kW
Holden COMMODORE 60,556 in NZ
Toyota CAMRY 32,924 in NZ
Registered in NZ
60,556
32,924
Fuel Economy
11.1 L/100km
7.3 L/100km
Power
205.6 kW
126.9 kW
Weight
1,996.1 kg
1,973.4 kg
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Body Type
Sedan
Sedan
Seats
5
5
Year Range
1978–2022
1980–2026
Imported New
93%
72%

NZ Registrations Over Time

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

Regional Popularity

Region Holden COMMODORE Toyota CAMRY
AUCKLAND 13,507 11,982
CHRISTCHURCH CITY 3,795 2,404
HAMILTON CITY 2,314 1,499
TAURANGA CITY 1,737 954
WHANGAREI DISTRICT 1,680 627
DUNEDIN CITY 1,294 923
PALMERSTON NORTH CITY 1,411 769
INVERCARGILL CITY 1,366 544

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more popular in NZ — the Holden COMMODORE or Toyota CAMRY?

The Holden COMMODORE is more common with 60,556 registered in New Zealand compared to 32,924 for the Toyota CAMRY. A larger fleet means more mechanics familiar with the car and easier access to parts.

Which is cheaper to run — Holden COMMODORE or Toyota CAMRY?

Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Toyota CAMRY uses less fuel at 7.3 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 Toyota CAMRY 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 Toyota CAMRY 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 Toyota CAMRY, 72% were new and 26% 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.