A naturally aspirated V6 engine was once the default choice for anything larger than a compact, but today the breed is slowly disappearing, replaced by smaller engines bolstered by turbocharging or electrification to make up any performance deficit. Whether it’s tightening emissions rules, buyers chasing better fuel economy, or automakers pushing to electrify their lineups, those big sixes with their effortless power delivery and silky smoothness are getting harder to find.Today, just 13 brands in the US still offer a new vehicle with a naturally aspirated V6. To make things easy for anyone seeking one out, we’ve put together a list of the models you can still buy in 2026 with one under the hood.Brands are listed in alphabetical order. Performance specifications reflect the most powerful output figures available for each brand’s naturally aspirated V6, which may vary depending on the model or application. Acura MDX 2026 Acura MDX - front fasciaThe Acura MDX remains the brand’s last holdout for a naturally aspirated V6. The current generation of the midsize SUV has been on sale since the 2022 model year, and the V6 has been there from the start, though only in the regular MDX. The sportier Acura MDX Type S switches to a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6. Despite skipping forced induction, the standard MDX’s engine is still potent and deliciously smooth. It’s the same 3.5-liter unit used across several Honda models, though Acura’s tune is slightly more powerful than Honda’s versions. Cadillac XT5 2025 Cadillac XT5 (3)General Motors offered naturally aspirated V6 engines across a wide variety of models not that long ago, but today such an engine is hard to find at the automaker. Outside of its commercial vehicles lineup, only the Cadillac XT5 still offers one, as an alternative to a standard turbocharged inline-four. The V6 is part of an engine family developed with help from GM’s former Australian subsidiary Holden, and is known for its smoothness, willingness to rev, and linear, naturally aspirated power delivery. Chevrolet Express 2025 Chevrolet Express vansGM also offers naturally aspirated V6 engines in its commercial van lineup, with one of the recipients being the Chevrolet Express. The full-size van has been around since 1996 and its standard engine is a 4.3-liter V6 that, in some earlier iterations, also made its way into GM’s passenger car lineup back in the 1980s. Derived from a small-block V8 architecture, it carries a workmanlike character, delivering strong low-end torque and a broad, accessible powerband that suits the demands of hauling and stop-and-go duty in big commercial rigs like Chevy’s long-running van. Chrysler Pacifica And Voyager 2021 - 2026 Chrysler Pacifica The Chrysler Pacifica and Voyager share the same mechanical package, with the minivans effectively all Chrysler has left in its lineup today. Both are powered by the long-running 3.6-liter Pentastar V6, first introduced in 2011, and paired with a nine-speed automatic.The V6 was also offered with a plug-in hybrid setup, though Chrysler dropped that option after the 2025 model year. The Pacifica first launched for 2017 and has been steadily updated since, with the latest 2027 refresh bringing some significant changes and the Voyager name disappearing entirely. Dodge Durango 2026 Dodge Durango Top ViewLike the Pacifica above, the Dodge Durango is another recipient of the Pentastar V6. The engine comes standard in the Durango’s base GT trim and was initially slated to be fleet-only starting with the 2026 model year, but Dodge wisely reversed course shortly after. It delivers respectable performance in the Durango, though nothing close to the V8 options the SUV offers, and buyers can opt for all-wheel drive if they choose. Rear-wheel drive remains standard. Dodge also used the Pentastar in the previous Challenger and Charger, but the latest Charger swaps it for the new twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six Hurricane alongside the modern muscle car's electric options. Ford Transit 2026 Ford Transit - Exterior (10)-1The Ford Transit still bucks the trend by offering a naturally aspirated V6 as its standard engine. It reflects a more traditional approach to commercial propulsion, favoring smooth, linear delivery and proven durability over forced induction complexity, and is widely regarded as a dependable, long-serving workhorse. However, buyers looking to haul heavier loads may want more performance, in which case the Transit also offers a twin-turbocharged V6, or they can move away from combustion entirely with a fully electric variant. GMC Savana 2003 - 2025 GMC Savana Passenger VanThe GMC Savana shares its foundations and mechanical hardware with the Chevy Express mentioned above, and like its corporate twin, it remains one of the last strongholds of a naturally aspirated V6. Introduced in the 1990s as a successor to GM’s earlier full-size vans, it continues a straightforward, body-on-frame formula aimed at fleet duty and heavy use. The Savana prioritizes durability and simplicity, reflecting its long-standing role as a no-nonsense commercial workhorse, and a V6 without the complications of a turbocharging or hybrid system perfectly suits this. Buyers needing more performance can opt for a V8. Honda Passport, Pilot, Odyssey, And Ridgeline 2023 - 2025 Honda Passport (24)Among the dwindling number of brands still offering a naturally aspirated V6, Honda remains the most prolific. It continues to power four of its vehicles with variations of a smooth, 3.5-liter V6. The Honda Odyssey minivan and Honda Ridgeline pickup make do with the older single-overhead-camshaft version of the engine, a design Honda has relied on for decades.In contrast, the newer Honda Passport and Honda Pilot SUVs now employ a more modern dual-overhead-cam iteration, marking the first naturally aspirated DOHC Honda V6 since the original NSX supercar. Hyundai Palisade 2026 Hyundai Palisade Limited The Hyundai Palisade is one of the last holdouts for a naturally aspirated V6. This type of engine has traditionally served as Hyundai’s top performance option, even as the brand briefly dabbled with V8 power in the past. Today, though, only the midsize SUV still offers one. While the Palisade carries on with its V6, its Kia Telluride sibling has already dropped the setup in favor of a turbocharged inline-four, also available with hybrid assistance. The hybrid setup is good for 329 horsepower combined, and it's also available in the Palisade as an alternative to the V6. Jeep Wrangler, Gladiator, And Grand Cherokee 2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-Door Sport STrailing Honda as the second-most prolific proponent of naturally aspirated V6 power is Jeep. The Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, and Jeep Grand Cherokee all continue to offer the familiar Pentastar 3.6-liter V6, a flexible and durable workhorse with a pleasing exhaust note and strong off-road credentials. However, its days are clearly numbered among all Stellantis brands that still use it. The engine is already being phased out at the entry level in favor of turbocharged inline-fours, while more powerful applications are shifting to a twin-turbo inline-six.
