SUV & Wagon car comparison

Subaru OUTBACK vs Toyota WISH

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

Subaru OUTBACK 24,438 on NZ roads
VS
Toyota WISH 22,793 on NZ roads
$9/week cheaper to fuel — Toyota WISH at $54/wk vs $63/wk
Subaru OUTBACK 24,438 in NZ
Toyota WISH 22,793 in NZ Wins 2 of 3
Registered in NZ
24,438
22,793
Fuel Economy
8 L/100km
6.8 L/100km
Power
140.8 kW
Weight
1,955.3 kg
1,708 kg
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Body Type
SUV & Wagon
SUV & Wagon
Seats
5
7
Year Range
1996–2026
2001–2018
Imported New
66%
0%

NZ Registrations Over Time

Registration trend for Subaru OUTBACK vs Toyota WISH: comparing annual new registrations in NZ from 2020 onwards. Subaru OUTBACK has more total registrations.

Regional Popularity

Region Subaru OUTBACK Toyota WISH
AUCKLAND 6,255 9,437
CHRISTCHURCH CITY 3,201 1,952
HAMILTON CITY 651 1,000
TAURANGA CITY 906 683
WELLINGTON CITY 821 702
DUNEDIN CITY 910 527
QUEENSTOWN-LAKES DISTRICT 1,356
WHANGAREI DISTRICT 405 353

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more popular in NZ — the Subaru OUTBACK or Toyota WISH?

The Subaru OUTBACK is more common with 24,438 registered in New Zealand compared to 22,793 for the Toyota WISH. A larger fleet means more mechanics familiar with the car and easier access to parts.

Which is cheaper to run — Subaru OUTBACK or Toyota WISH?

Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Toyota WISH uses less fuel at 6.8 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 OUTBACK and Toyota WISH the same body type?

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

Are these cars typically imported new or used?

66% of Subaru OUTBACK models were imported new to NZ, while 33% came as used imports. For the Toyota WISH, 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.