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SUV & Wagon car comparison

Toyota RAV4 vs Toyota LANDCRUISER

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

Toyota RAV4 108,328 on NZ roads
VS
Toyota LANDCRUISER 51,039 on NZ roads
$35/week cheaper to fuel — Toyota RAV4 at $50/wk vs $85/wk
13.099999999999994 kW more power — Toyota LANDCRUISER at 137.2 kW
Toyota RAV4 108,328 in NZ Wins 3 of 4
Toyota LANDCRUISER 51,039 in NZ
Registered in NZ
108,328 ✓
51,039
Fuel Economy
6.4 L/100km ✓
10.8 L/100km
Power
124.1 kW
137.2 kW ✓
Weight
2,053.8 kg ✓
2,807.9 kg
Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Body Type
SUV & Wagon
SUV & Wagon
Seats
5
8
Year Range
1994–2026
1965–2026
Imported New
81%
56%

NZ Registrations Over Time

Registration trend for Toyota RAV4 vs Toyota LANDCRUISER: comparing annual new registrations in NZ from 2020 onwards. Toyota RAV4 has more total registrations.

Regional Popularity

Region Toyota RAV4 Toyota LANDCRUISER
AUCKLAND 42,902 13,933
CHRISTCHURCH CITY 7,860 4,937
WELLINGTON CITY 4,298 —
HAMILTON CITY 3,216 1,070
TAURANGA CITY 2,750 1,436
DUNEDIN CITY 2,232 1,102
WHANGAREI DISTRICT 2,194 1,084
PALMERSTON NORTH CITY 2,618 —

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more popular in NZ — the Toyota RAV4 or Toyota LANDCRUISER?

The Toyota RAV4 is more common with 108,328 registered in New Zealand compared to 51,039 for the Toyota LANDCRUISER. A larger fleet means more mechanics familiar with the car and easier access to parts.

Which is cheaper to run — Toyota RAV4 or Toyota LANDCRUISER?

Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Toyota RAV4 uses less fuel at 6.4 L/100km compared to 10.8 L/100km. At current fuel prices of approximately $2.80/L, that difference adds up over a year of typical driving.

Are Toyota RAV4 and Toyota LANDCRUISER the same body type?

Both are classified as SUV & Wagon vehicles in the NZTA fleet data. The Toyota RAV4 is primarily a petrol vehicle while the Toyota LANDCRUISER runs on diesel.

Are these cars typically imported new or used?

81% of Toyota RAV4 models were imported new to NZ, while 18% came as used imports. For the Toyota LANDCRUISER, 56% were new and 41% 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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