2004 Buick Rainier Consumer Reviews Page 9
Recent Consumer Reviews
(113 Total Reviews)
my rainer
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
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2004 Buick Rainier CXL AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
rides and handles like a car rather than a truck. Nice pick up. Driver information center could use more data. It was an excellent choice at a good price.
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Suggested Improvements
Larry's Review of Buick Rainier
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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2004 Buick Rainier CXL Plus AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Purchased my Rainier after close consideration of many other brands of SUV's. I felt the Rainier was far and away the best value for the price. After driving the Rainier to Florida from Ohio I was not disappointed with my choice. The car handled beautifully , there was virtually no road noise, the ride and comfort was excellent, the interior design and features are excellent, the car has an overall solid feel. I am a little disappointed in the fuel mileage. I figure it cost me an extra $20.00 for my trip to Fl. but, considering the comfort and features of the Rainier I can easily live with the mileage.
Favorite Features
All wheel drive, overall comfort, styling, handling, all the standard horns and whistles.
Suggested Improvements
Improve fuel mileage
Buick Ranier
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
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2004 Buick Rainier CXL Plus AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Ride is excellent for and SUV. Very quiet, much quieter than wife's Acura. Passed on the V8 as performance is quite good, V8 only adds 15 HP but more torque. Build quality was very good, as are materials. Terrific seats, and audio system.
Favorite Features
Instrument panel layout was a top feature. exterior styling not as bland as many SUVs.
Suggested Improvements
Incredibly, the CD player can't be used while DVD-NAV system in use. Steering wheel not up to level of rest of cabin. Wood trim too dark and too skimpy for a Buick.
Awsome
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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2004 Buick Rainier CXL Plus AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
If you have tried the rest now try the best! Total suv refinement.
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
Cannot improve on perfection!
Why Don't I See More of Them?
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
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2004 Buick Rainier CXL Plus Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I have the 8 cylinder. My previous car was a luxury European model, and I don't miss it all. Great pickup when I need it on the turnpike. Quiet with very little outside noise. It is hard for me to understand why I am not seeing them on the highways.
Favorite Features
Folddown rear seats give me room to transport items that would otherwise requie a truck. I will never have another vehicle without Onstar.
Suggested Improvements
The Best Buick Yet
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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2004 Buick Rainier CXL Plus AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
This car/SUV should really give the imports a run for their money. We looked at a LexusRX330 and a Toyota Highlander aling with the Buick Rainier. The overall refinement including its off-road manners really convinced us to buy the Buick. General Motors is getting it right with a lot of neat, high quality products. Watch out Lexus and Toyota!
Favorite Features
Instrument Panel, Graphics, Plush Seats, the quietest of quiet ride, great Navigation Radio, great looking exterior
Suggested Improvements
A better looking steering wheel
Buick Rainier
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
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2004 Buick Rainier CXL Plus AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
V8 engine - great! Enjoy all the comforts, power, and sheer fun. I am 52 years old and this is my first new American vehicle I have ever pruchased. Quite satisfied.
Favorite Features
Power, leather seats, radio, comfort, safety, the overall look!
Suggested Improvements
None!
Rainier Our Monaco SUV
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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2004 Buick Rainier CXL AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
This is a very comfortable vehicle for the driver and front seat passanger. It has an amazing amount of standard featues and is a real pleasure to drive. It handles very well in snow and icy conditions. It moves with ease and feels very stable on the road, even in high wind conditions.
Favorite Features
The driver information center and Onstar are awesome.
Suggested Improvements
Rainier for Seniors
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 6 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
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2004 Buick Rainier CXL Plus Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Mid size suv is ideal for comfort and performance. Very nice to drive. I weigh 235 and am very comftorable in this suv. My wife is 100 lbs less and is very comftorable as well. X band Bose sound is awesome. Would like to have seen a bit more contemporary design inside but it is nice as is. Side air bags are not standard and should be along with curtain air bags. However we feel very safe in this vehicle. Six cyliner has plenty of get up and mileage on the road is between 21.5 and 22.5 mpg at 65 mph.
Favorite Features
Sun roof, leather seats (heated and all way electric adjustable), Bose sound system with Xband radio, computer monitoring system.
Suggested Improvements
Should be able to design 30 mpg with 6 cylinder especially since our buick park ave gets better than 30 on the highway. As mentioned previously, side / curtain airbags should be standard and hood holding bar should be with cylinders (tacky design for this class vehicle).
Buick Rainier 8 cyc.
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Buick Rainier CXL Plus Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I just bought the 8 cylinder Rainier with satellite radio, navigation system, and sun roof. The 5.7 engine has plenty of pick up, more than most people will need. The handling and quiet ride is better than any suv I have driven. My other choice was the Cadillac SRX. It is less money, quieter, and I could not even get 2 sets of golf clubs in the SRX. There is no comparison in value and ride. Buy the Rainier.
Favorite Features
XM satellite radio, handling, quiet ride , nice comfortable seats.
Suggested Improvements
It is a little dfficult to get into the back seats. The wheel well is in the way of entry and exit.
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