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Sedan car comparison

Honda CIVIC vs Honda ACCORD

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

Honda CIVIC 26,619 on NZ roads
VS
Honda ACCORD 23,482 on NZ roads
$14/week cheaper to fuel — Honda CIVIC at $48/wk vs $62/wk
42.10000000000001 kW more power — Honda ACCORD at 146.3 kW
Honda CIVIC 26,619 in NZ Wins 3 of 4
Honda ACCORD 23,482 in NZ
Registered in NZ
26,619 ✓
23,482
Fuel Economy
6.1 L/100km ✓
7.9 L/100km
Power
104.2 kW
146.3 kW ✓
Weight
1,538.1 kg ✓
1,815.5 kg
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Body Type
Sedan
Sedan
Seats
5
5
Year Range
1973–2026
1978–2020
Imported New
62%
50%

NZ Registrations Over Time

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

Regional Popularity

Region Honda CIVIC Honda ACCORD
AUCKLAND 8,721 7,945
CHRISTCHURCH CITY 2,695 1,616
HAMILTON CITY 1,088 1,144
WELLINGTON CITY 1,087 683
TAURANGA CITY 769 709
DUNEDIN CITY 665 497
LOWER HUTT CITY 624 535
WHANGAREI DISTRICT 501 649

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Honda CIVIC is more common with 26,619 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 — Honda CIVIC or Honda ACCORD?

Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Honda CIVIC uses less fuel at 6.1 L/100km compared to 7.9 L/100km. At current fuel prices of approximately $2.80/L, that difference adds up over a year of typical driving.

Are Honda CIVIC and Honda ACCORD the same body type?

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

Are these cars typically imported new or used?

62% of Honda CIVIC models were imported new to NZ, while 36% 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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Honda CIVIC Honda ACCORD

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