Melbourne Motor Show line-up locked in

ORGANISERS of the 2025 Melbourne Motor Show have now confirmed details of participants ahead of the April 5-6 event.

Nine new car debuts and 23 manufacturers are locked in with starters including stalwarts such as GWM, Kia, Isuzu, Mahindra, McLaren, MG, Peugeot, Porsche, Subaru, and Tesla, and newcomers, primarily from China, such as Deepal, Farizon, Foton, Geely, JAC, Leapmotor, Smart, Xpeng, and Zeekr.

While vehicle model details are yet to be announced, GoAuto understands the Kia Tasman is a likely starter, alongside the new Isuzu MU-X and Tesla Model Y.

OEM entrants will share the Melbourne limelight with as many as 87 aftermarket and accessory exhibitors, including Shannons Insurance and VPlates (VicRoad vanity number plate division).

It also promises innovations from car audio and technology manufacturers, classic car clubs, and four-wheel drive, lifestyle, and racing groups.

“It feels incredible to sell out all the floor space reserved for the event well in advance,” said Melbourne Motor Show managing director Craig Phinn.

“We cannot wait to bring you the best and biggest motoring expo in Australian automotive history come April.”

The 2025 Melbourne Motor Show will take place on April 5-6 at the Melbourne Exhibition & Convention Centre.

Ticket pricing starts at $35 for adults, $99 for a family ticket (two adults and two children), $19 for children under 12, with children under six admitted free.

More information and ticket sales are available at the Melbourne Motorshow website here.