Being in-line six is very well suited for AWD configurations and the shift toward AWD for many cars and folks (living in MN, I strongly prefer AWD for winter conditions) it makes a lot of sense.

This is an extremely popular layout in heavy duty applications.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cummins_B_Series_engine

in the wild Inline 6 (I6) engines have proved reliable and just going on regular maintenance

B58 (BMW) is super reliable & high performance

same as the I6 used in certain landcruisers & other Toyota cars etc

though now of course - with super cheap solar etc - if you can go electric go electric but if you've to buy an ICE car - yeah buy an I6 - fuel efficient & performance & reliable

Great news!