In the ever-evolving landscape of automotive design, unique configurations often capture the imagination of car enthusiasts. Six-door cars are unique styles that strike an interesting balance between being useful and having an unusual look. This blog talks about the past of six-door vehicles, how they are made now in 2025, and what the future holds for this distinctive design.
List of cars with 6 doors
In what might surprise many automobile fans, the list of six-door passenger cars offered in 2025 is surprisingly short—in fact, it's nonexistent. Here’s the list of cars with 6 doors:
Mini Clubman
The MINI Clubman, the last six-door passenger car, has been officially discontinued. There were no other cars like the MINI Clubman on the market. It had an unusual door layout with four regular side doors and two rear "barn doors" that opened outward instead of the usual upward-swinging hatchback. The Clubman was one of the few cars with 6 doors, and its unique appearance made it stand out in a sea of regular vehicles.
The decision to retire the Clubman is driven mainly by sales data. The Countryman model—MINI's more standard crossover offering, consistently outsold the Clubman by a large amount. Sales data supports this view. The Clubman peaked in the US market in 2016, selling 12,203 units. Since then, sales have slowly dropped, with just 1,970 units sold in 2021. Although 2023 showed small growth, saving the model from discontinuation wasn't enough.
Alternative options for six-door enthusiasts
While traditional six-door passenger cars are no longer available, customers wanting vehicles with multiple entry points have several options to consider:
- Extended SUVs and Vans: Many custom makers offer 6 door SUVs with extended wheelbase versions, which provide multiple entry spots and ample cabin room.
- Limousines: Custom limousines often feature multiple doors for easy passenger entry, though these are specialty cars rather than mass-market options.
- Custom Conversions: Some specialty automobile shops offer custom door layouts for current vehicles, though these changes are more expensive and may affect structural stability.
- MINI Countryman and Aceman: These cars will fill the market space previously held by the Clubman. While they don't feature the unique six-door layout, they provide similar usefulness regarding passenger and storage space.
The future for automotive enthusiasts
The retirement of the Clubman marks a wider trend in the car industry away from unusual designs toward more uniform setups that appeal to mass-market customers. This change may upset fans who value unique cars like the six-door Clubman.
However, it's worth noting that other enthusiast-oriented parts of the MINI brand are also having difficulties. The manual transmission choice is planned to be retired after next year, and the performance-focused John Cooper Works package for the Hardtop EV has been greatly weakened compared to previous versions.
On a more positive note, the John Cooper Works version of the Countryman is expected to offer improved speed to match its bold style. Additionally, there are signs that MINI might introduce another John Cooper Works GP model following the success of the previous version.
Note: As of 2025, the MINI Clubman was the final six-door passenger automobile sold on the market, and it has since been retired. The material in this essay reflects the most recent car environment at the time of writing. Still, the company's fast-changing nature implies that fresh discoveries might arise at any stage.
Conclusion
The MINI Clubman's retirement ends the age of six-door passenger cars. While this unique vehicle design offered a distinctive mix of usefulness and character, changing customer preferences and economic realities have made it unworkable in today's automotive marketplace.
While six-door cars may no longer be available, car owners should remember that insurance considerations apply to vehicles of all designs. Third-party car insurance offers basic coverage for damage or injury to others and their property. However, comprehensive car insurance gives wider security, covering your vehicle against theft, fire, damage, and various non-collision events. Many providers now offer car insurance online tools that allow drivers to compare rates, adjust coverage, and handle plans digitally.
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