Toyota COROLLA vs Toyota AQUA

The Toyota COROLLA is more common with 171,783 registered in New Zealand compared to 66,758 for the Toyota AQUA. A larger fleet means more mechanics familiar with the car and easier access to parts.

Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Toyota AQUA uses less fuel at 2.8 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.

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

71% of Toyota COROLLA models were imported new to NZ, while 28% came as used imports. For the Toyota AQUA, 0% were new and 99% were used imports.

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.