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Sedan car comparison

Honda CIVIC vs Nissan SKYLINE

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

Honda CIVIC 26,619 on NZ roads
VS
Nissan SKYLINE 17,527 on NZ roads
$27/week cheaper to fuel — Honda CIVIC at $48/wk vs $75/wk
101.99999999999999 kW more power — Nissan SKYLINE at 206.2 kW
Honda CIVIC 26,619 in NZ Wins 3 of 4
Nissan SKYLINE 17,527 in NZ
Registered in NZ
26,619 ✓
17,527
Fuel Economy
6.1 L/100km ✓
9.5 L/100km
Power
104.2 kW
206.2 kW ✓
Weight
1,538.1 kg ✓
1,778.7 kg
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Body Type
Sedan
Sedan
Seats
5
5
Year Range
1973–2026
1967–2022
Imported New
62%
2%

NZ Registrations Over Time

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

Regional Popularity

Region Honda CIVIC Nissan SKYLINE
AUCKLAND 8,721 5,634
CHRISTCHURCH CITY 2,695 1,723
HAMILTON CITY 1,088 876
TAURANGA CITY 769 600
WELLINGTON CITY 1,087 —
DUNEDIN CITY 665 311
WHANGAREI DISTRICT 501 432
INVERCARGILL CITY 507 322

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Honda CIVIC is more common with 26,619 registered in New Zealand compared to 17,527 for the Nissan SKYLINE. A larger fleet means more mechanics familiar with the car and easier access to parts.

Which is cheaper to run — Honda CIVIC or Nissan SKYLINE?

Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Honda CIVIC uses less fuel at 6.1 L/100km compared to 9.5 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 Nissan SKYLINE 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 Nissan SKYLINE 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 Nissan SKYLINE, 2% were new and 93% 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 Nissan SKYLINE

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