Hatchback car comparison

Toyota YARIS vs Toyota VITZ

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

Toyota YARIS 34,042 on NZ roads
VS
Toyota VITZ 31,288 on NZ roads
$6/week cheaper to fuel — Toyota VITZ at $38/wk vs $44/wk
6 kW more power — Toyota YARIS at 72 kW
Toyota YARIS 34,042 in NZ
Toyota VITZ 31,288 in NZ
Registered in NZ
34,042
31,288
Fuel Economy
5.6 L/100km
4.8 L/100km
Power
72 kW
66 kW
Weight
1,495 kg
1,269.1 kg
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Body Type
Hatchback
Hatchback
Seats
5
5
Year Range
1999–2026
1999–2020
Imported New
92%
0%

NZ Registrations Over Time

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

Regional Popularity

Region Toyota YARIS Toyota VITZ
AUCKLAND 12,948 13,285
CHRISTCHURCH CITY 2,951 3,798
WELLINGTON CITY 2,237 1,165
HAMILTON CITY 1,170 1,138
LOWER HUTT CITY 1,037 668
TAURANGA CITY 953 715
PALMERSTON NORTH CITY 1,058 529
DUNEDIN CITY 680 857

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more popular in NZ — the Toyota YARIS or Toyota VITZ?

The Toyota YARIS is more common with 34,042 registered in New Zealand compared to 31,288 for the Toyota VITZ. A larger fleet means more mechanics familiar with the car and easier access to parts.

Which is cheaper to run — Toyota YARIS or Toyota VITZ?

Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Toyota VITZ uses less fuel at 4.8 L/100km compared to 5.6 L/100km. At current fuel prices of approximately $2.80/L, that difference adds up over a year of typical driving.

Are Toyota YARIS and Toyota VITZ the same body type?

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

Are these cars typically imported new or used?

92% of Toyota YARIS models were imported new to NZ, while 7% came as used imports. For the Toyota VITZ, 0% were new and 98% 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.