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Sedan car comparison

Honda CIVIC vs Mitsubishi LANCER

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

Honda CIVIC 26,619 on NZ roads
VS
Mitsubishi LANCER 20,457 on NZ roads
$15/week cheaper to fuel — Honda CIVIC at $48/wk vs $63/wk
0 kW more power — Mitsubishi LANCER at 104.2 kW
Honda CIVIC 26,619 in NZ Wins 3 of 3
Mitsubishi LANCER 20,457 in NZ
Registered in NZ
26,619 ✓
20,457
Fuel Economy
6.1 L/100km ✓
8 L/100km
Power
104.2 kW
104.2 kW
Weight
1,538.1 kg ✓
1,667.3 kg
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Body Type
Sedan
Sedan
Seats
5
5
Year Range
1973–2026
1976–2019
Imported New
62%
69%

NZ Registrations Over Time

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

Regional Popularity

Region Honda CIVIC Mitsubishi LANCER
AUCKLAND 8,721 5,154
CHRISTCHURCH CITY 2,695 1,261
HAMILTON CITY 1,088 880
WELLINGTON CITY 1,087 668
TAURANGA CITY 769 622
DUNEDIN CITY 665 594
PALMERSTON NORTH CITY 549 573
LOWER HUTT CITY 624 496

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Honda CIVIC is more common with 26,619 registered in New Zealand compared to 20,457 for the Mitsubishi LANCER. A larger fleet means more mechanics familiar with the car and easier access to parts.

Which is cheaper to run — Honda CIVIC or Mitsubishi LANCER?

Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Honda CIVIC uses less fuel at 6.1 L/100km compared to 8 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 Mitsubishi LANCER 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 Mitsubishi LANCER 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 Mitsubishi LANCER, 69% were new and 28% 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 Mitsubishi LANCER

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