Six-Cylinder Cars You Should Buy Now Before Prices Skyrocket

Six-Cylinder Cars That Will Increase In Value: You’ve undoubtedly seen something intriguing if you’ve been following the auto industry lately: six-cylinder vehicles are beginning to gain popularity as investments.

 The V8 and V12 took center stage for years, but the reliable six-cylinder has always offered the ideal mix of cost, performance, and dependability. And now that the industry is racing toward electric vehicles, fans are beginning to recognize how unique these vehicles are.

The good news? There are still some six-cylinder gems out there that haven’t hit their peak values yet—but they won’t stay cheap for long. Here are 8 six-cylinder cars that are bound to increase in value in the USA—and why you should grab one while you still can.

1. R32 (Mk5) Volkswagen Golf 

• 250 horsepower, 3.2L VR6 engine
• Reasons for the Heat: The VR6’s sound alone makes it collectible, despite just 5,000 being sold in the US. Consider it an improved driving dynamics version of the Mk4 R32 but rarer and more sophisticated.

2. 2007–2024 Nissan GT-R (R35)

•  3.8L Twin Turbo V6 engine with 565–600 horsepower
• Why It’s Hot: The legend is finally dead—production ended in 2024. With no clear successor, the R35 is destined to climb in value as JDM fans scoop up the last of Nissan’s Godzilla.

3. 2011 BMW 1M Coupe

• 3.0L Twin-Turbo I6 engine with 335 horsepower
• The Reason It’s Hot: The 1M was never intended to exist; it was constructed out of passion and spare parts. One of BMW’s most cherished modern classics today, its prices have already begun to soar.

4. 2010–2019 Ford Taurus SHO (4th Gen)

• 365 horsepower 3.5L Twin Turbo V6 engine
• Why It’s Hot: A true sleeper sedan. AWD, EcoBoost power, and everyday usability. With Ford axing sedans, the SHO is now a cult classic with serious appreciation potential.

5. Cadillac ATS-V – 2016–2019

• 3.6L Twin-Turbo V6 engine with 464 horsepower
• Why It’s Hot: Cadillac’s forgotten M3 fighter. Light, fast, and available with a stick. The CT4-V Blackwing may be its successor, but the ATS-V is still the cheaper way in—and values won’t stay low forever.

6. Jaguar XF Sportbrake S – 2018–2020

• 3.0L Supercharged V6 engine with 380 horsepower
• Why It’s Hot: Luxury wagons are niche in the U.S.—and that’s exactly why this one is collectible. With sharp looks, AWD, and serious rarity, it’s a sleeper investment in the making.

7. 2015–2024 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro (5th Gen)

• 4.0L V6 engine, 270 horsepower
• The Reason It’s Hot: This SUV is invincible because to its TRD Pro off-road equipment, old-school toughness, and Toyota dependability. Particularly in America, where 4Runners are adored, their values are only increasing.

8. 2021–2025 Acura TLX Type-S

• 3.0L Turbo V6 engine with 355 horsepower
• Why It’s Hot: A short-lived sport sedan with SH-AWD and underrated performance. With Acura ditching sedans for EVs, this might be the last great ICE-powered Type S—making it a future collectible.

Final Thought

The writing is on the wall: six-cylinder cars are becoming future classics. With EVs taking over and manual gearboxes fading fast, these models represent an era we won’t see again.

If you’re looking for an investment that also puts a smile on your face every time you drive, now is the time to buy. In a few years, you’ll be glad you did.

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