The dip stick on the V6 (and the 4) is badly designed and very difficult to read. The engine also tends to be very dirty inside and the oil gets thick.
I normally repeat the reading two or three times, before I get a steady reading, because the thick oil sits in the small tube and clings to the sides.
As for consumption, it can be quite a bit, especially if your breathing system is not working as it should.
I had one of these engines apart many years ago, and the play of the pistons in the bore was considerable and noticeable, and the engine was not worn. I think they have generous tolerances in some cases, like some of the German cars from time to time notably VW and Audi.
If your oil level is under MIN, then you need to add oil.
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