SUV & Wagon car comparison

Subaru LEGACY vs Mazda ATENZA

Both are suv & wagon vehicles on New Zealand roads. Based on NZTA fleet data.

Subaru LEGACY 38,450 on NZ roads
VS
Mazda ATENZA 29,061 on NZ roads
$4/week cheaper to fuel — Mazda ATENZA at $59/wk vs $63/wk
Subaru LEGACY 38,450 in NZ
Mazda ATENZA 29,061 in NZ Wins 2 of 3
Registered in NZ
38,450
29,061
Fuel Economy
8 L/100km
7.5 L/100km
Power
136.8 kW
Weight
1,735.1 kg
1,718 kg
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Body Type
SUV & Wagon
SUV & Wagon
Seats
5
5
Year Range
1989–2021
2002–2023
Imported New
12%
0%

NZ Registrations Over Time

Registration trend for Subaru LEGACY vs Mazda ATENZA: comparing annual new registrations in NZ from 2020 onwards. Subaru LEGACY has more total registrations.

Regional Popularity

Region Subaru LEGACY Mazda ATENZA
AUCKLAND 10,056 8,016
CHRISTCHURCH CITY 5,156 2,219
HAMILTON CITY 1,211 1,617
TAURANGA CITY 1,179 1,217
DUNEDIN CITY 1,265 669
QUEENSTOWN-LAKES DISTRICT 1,578
WHANGAREI DISTRICT 785 689
WELLINGTON CITY 1,078

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more popular in NZ — the Subaru LEGACY or Mazda ATENZA?

The Subaru LEGACY is more common with 38,450 registered in New Zealand compared to 29,061 for the Mazda ATENZA. A larger fleet means more mechanics familiar with the car and easier access to parts.

Which is cheaper to run — Subaru LEGACY or Mazda ATENZA?

Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Mazda ATENZA uses less fuel at 7.5 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 Subaru LEGACY and Mazda ATENZA the same body type?

Both are classified as SUV & Wagon vehicles in the NZTA fleet data. The Subaru LEGACY is primarily a petrol vehicle while the Mazda ATENZA runs on petrol.

Are these cars typically imported new or used?

12% of Subaru LEGACY models were imported new to NZ, while 86% came as used imports. For the Mazda ATENZA, 0% were new and 98% 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.