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Hatchback car comparison

Mazda DEMIO vs Nissan TIIDA

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

Mazda DEMIO 50,553 on NZ roads
VS
Nissan TIIDA 37,101 on NZ roads
$7/week cheaper to fuel — Mazda DEMIO at $38/wk vs $45/wk
30 kW more power — Nissan TIIDA at 94 kW
Mazda DEMIO 50,553 in NZ Wins 3 of 4
Nissan TIIDA 37,101 in NZ
Registered in NZ
50,553 ✓
37,101
Fuel Economy
4.8 L/100km ✓
5.7 L/100km
Power
64 kW
94 kW ✓
Weight
1,304 kg ✓
1,418.7 kg
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Body Type
Hatchback
Hatchback
Seats
5
5
Year Range
1996–2022
2004–2017
Imported New
1%
9%

NZ Registrations Over Time

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

Regional Popularity

Region Mazda DEMIO Nissan TIIDA
AUCKLAND 18,300 12,558
CHRISTCHURCH CITY 5,459 3,093
HAMILTON CITY 2,066 1,789
TAURANGA CITY 1,571 1,762
WELLINGTON CITY 2,051 1,025
LOWER HUTT CITY 1,378 862
DUNEDIN CITY 1,095 890
WAIMAKARIRI DISTRICT 829 —

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more popular in NZ — the Mazda DEMIO or Nissan TIIDA?

The Mazda DEMIO is more common with 50,553 registered in New Zealand compared to 37,101 for the Nissan TIIDA. A larger fleet means more mechanics familiar with the car and easier access to parts.

Which is cheaper to run — Mazda DEMIO or Nissan TIIDA?

Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Mazda DEMIO uses less fuel at 4.8 L/100km compared to 5.7 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 Nissan TIIDA 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 Nissan TIIDA 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 Nissan TIIDA, 9% were new and 89% 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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Mazda DEMIO Nissan TIIDA

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