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Hatchback car comparison

Toyota COROLLA vs Suzuki SWIFT

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

Toyota COROLLA 171,783 on NZ roads
VS
Suzuki SWIFT 103,025 on NZ roads
$2/week cheaper to fuel — Suzuki SWIFT at $44/wk vs $46/wk
24.5 kW more power — Toyota COROLLA at 100.8 kW
Toyota COROLLA 171,783 in NZ
Suzuki SWIFT 103,025 in NZ
Registered in NZ
171,783 ✓
103,025
Fuel Economy
5.8 L/100km
5.6 L/100km ✓
Power
100.8 kW ✓
76.3 kW
Weight
1,648.6 kg
1,353.4 kg ✓
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Body Type
Hatchback
Hatchback
Seats
5
5
Year Range
1956–2026
1985–2026
Imported New
71%
50%

NZ Registrations Over Time

Registration trend for Toyota COROLLA vs Suzuki SWIFT: comparing annual new registrations in NZ from 2020 onwards. Toyota COROLLA has more total registrations.

Regional Popularity

Region Toyota COROLLA Suzuki SWIFT
AUCKLAND 58,965 33,062
CHRISTCHURCH CITY 13,953 9,456
WELLINGTON CITY 8,596 3,974
HAMILTON CITY 6,192 4,180
TAURANGA CITY 5,464 3,141
DUNEDIN CITY 5,209 2,138
LOWER HUTT CITY 4,091 2,644
PALMERSTON NORTH CITY 4,193 2,294

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more popular in NZ — the Toyota COROLLA or Suzuki SWIFT?

The Toyota COROLLA is more common with 171,783 registered in New Zealand compared to 103,025 for the Suzuki SWIFT. A larger fleet means more mechanics familiar with the car and easier access to parts.

Which is cheaper to run — Toyota COROLLA or Suzuki SWIFT?

Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Suzuki SWIFT uses less fuel at 5.6 L/100km compared to 5.8 L/100km. At current fuel prices of approximately $2.80/L, that difference adds up over a year of typical driving.

Are Toyota COROLLA and Suzuki SWIFT the same body type?

Both are classified as Hatchback vehicles in the NZTA fleet data. The Toyota COROLLA is primarily a petrol vehicle while the Suzuki SWIFT runs on petrol.

Are these cars typically imported new or used?

71% of Toyota COROLLA models were imported new to NZ, while 28% came as used imports. For the Suzuki SWIFT, 50% were new and 48% 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 COROLLA Suzuki SWIFT

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