Montreal Auto Show returns with over 30 brands, exotic vehicles and EV test drives

"The goal of the show is to give the opportunity to the people to make the right choice," said Bertrand Godin, spokesperson for the Montreal Auto Show. From BMW to Audi, visitors can explore over 30 automotive brands.

Posted January 15, 2026 2:51 pm.

Last Updated January 15, 2026 5:57 pm.

The 81st edition of the Montreal Auto Show opens Friday at the Palais des Congrès de Montréal, running until Jan. 25. The reimagined show will feature more than 30 automotive brands, including the highly anticipated return of Audi and BMW.

Visitors can explore exotic vehicles from Lamborghini, McLaren, Félino and the Quadriam Collection, as well as three themed zones: the St-Hubert Family Zone, Performance Zone, and Overlanding Outdoor Zone.

Car at the Montreal Auto Show on Jan. 15, 2026. (Martin Daigle, CityNews)

A tribute space to legendary driver Gilles Villeneuve and the 12 Best Vehicles in Canada, as selected by the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada, will also be on display.

Gilles Villeneuve helmet at the Montreal Auto Show on Jan. 15, 2026. (Martin Daigle, CityNews)

Electric vehicle test drives are back, offering hands-on experiences with 29 models from brands including Cadillac, Ford, Hyundai, Kia and Volvo.

Man cleaning a car at the Montreal Auto Show on Jan. 15, 2026. (Martin Daigle, CityNews)

The show brings together mass-market, luxury and performance brands under one roof, giving visitors a chance to explore the latest trends and technologies shaping the automotive industry.

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