Hatchback car comparison

Mazda DEMIO vs Honda FIT

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

Mazda DEMIO 50,553 on NZ roads
VS
Honda FIT 47,487 on NZ roads
$6/week cheaper to fuel — Honda FIT at $32/wk vs $38/wk
Mazda DEMIO 50,553 in NZ Wins 2 of 3
Honda FIT 47,487 in NZ
Registered in NZ
50,553
47,487
Fuel Economy
4.8 L/100km
4.1 L/100km
Power
64 kW
Weight
1,304 kg
1,339.6 kg
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Body Type
Hatchback
Hatchback
Seats
5
5
Year Range
1996–2022
2000–2023
Imported New
1%
0%

NZ Registrations Over Time

Registration trend for Mazda DEMIO vs Honda FIT: comparing annual new registrations in NZ from 2020 onwards. Mazda DEMIO has more total registrations.

Regional Popularity

Region Mazda DEMIO Honda FIT
AUCKLAND 18,300 19,295
CHRISTCHURCH CITY 5,459 5,456
WELLINGTON CITY 2,051 2,305
HAMILTON CITY 2,066 2,107
TAURANGA CITY 1,571 1,441
LOWER HUTT CITY 1,378 1,318
DUNEDIN CITY 1,095 811
PALMERSTON NORTH CITY 799 790

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more popular in NZ — the Mazda DEMIO or Honda FIT?

The Mazda DEMIO is more common with 50,553 registered in New Zealand compared to 47,487 for the Honda FIT. A larger fleet means more mechanics familiar with the car and easier access to parts.

Which is cheaper to run — Mazda DEMIO or Honda FIT?

Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Honda FIT uses less fuel at 4.1 L/100km compared to 4.8 L/100km. At current fuel prices of approximately $2.80/L, that difference adds up over a year of typical driving.

Are Mazda DEMIO and Honda FIT the same body type?

Both are classified as Hatchback vehicles in the NZTA fleet data. The Mazda DEMIO is primarily a petrol vehicle while the Honda FIT runs on petrol.

Are these cars typically imported new or used?

1% of Mazda DEMIO models were imported new to NZ, while 97% came as used imports. For the Honda FIT, 0% were new and 99% 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.