It’s surely a sign of the times, but manufacturers are steadily falling out of love with the naturally aspirated V6. What was once seen as a reliable, refined, and balanced solution — the beating heart of many mid- and full-size vehicles — has become increasingly rare. We only have to look to Japan to see this disappearance in action. After all, there are only three naturally aspirated Japanese V6 engines available in the US these days, symbolizing an era that’s gradually coming to a quiet close.
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