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Sedan car comparison

Toyota CAMRY vs Honda CIVIC

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

Toyota CAMRY 32,924 on NZ roads
VS
Honda CIVIC 26,619 on NZ roads
$9/week cheaper to fuel — Honda CIVIC at $48/wk vs $57/wk
22.700000000000003 kW more power — Toyota CAMRY at 126.9 kW
Toyota CAMRY 32,924 in NZ
Honda CIVIC 26,619 in NZ
Registered in NZ
32,924 ✓
26,619
Fuel Economy
7.3 L/100km
6.1 L/100km ✓
Power
126.9 kW ✓
104.2 kW
Weight
1,973.4 kg
1,538.1 kg ✓
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Body Type
Sedan
Sedan
Seats
5
5
Year Range
1980–2026
1973–2026
Imported New
72%
62%

NZ Registrations Over Time

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

Regional Popularity

Region Toyota CAMRY Honda CIVIC
AUCKLAND 11,982 8,721
CHRISTCHURCH CITY 2,404 2,695
HAMILTON CITY 1,499 1,088
WELLINGTON CITY 1,100 1,087
TAURANGA CITY 954 769
DUNEDIN CITY 923 665
PALMERSTON NORTH CITY 769 549
LOWER HUTT CITY 638 624

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Toyota CAMRY is more common with 32,924 registered in New Zealand compared to 26,619 for the Honda CIVIC. A larger fleet means more mechanics familiar with the car and easier access to parts.

Which is cheaper to run — Toyota CAMRY or Honda CIVIC?

Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Honda CIVIC uses less fuel at 6.1 L/100km compared to 7.3 L/100km. At current fuel prices of approximately $2.80/L, that difference adds up over a year of typical driving.

Are Toyota CAMRY and Honda CIVIC the same body type?

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

Are these cars typically imported new or used?

72% of Toyota CAMRY models were imported new to NZ, while 26% came as used imports. For the Honda CIVIC, 62% were new and 36% 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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Toyota CAMRY Honda CIVIC

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