2005 Buick Rendezvous Review
Fuel Economy
18 - 19 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
The Rendezvous is a well-rounded family vehicle with plenty of space for passengers and cargo. However, with no genuine off-road ability and less convenience than a minivan, it doesn't quite live up to its billing as the ultimate crossover vehicle.
Pros
Usable third-row seats that fold flat, comfortable ride, plenty of interior storage, refined 3.6-liter engine, good fuel economy.
Cons
Weak standard V6 engine, good-looking but cheap-feeling interior materials, limited off-road ability compared to SUVs.
What's New for 2005
The larger 3.6-liter V6 is now available on the front-wheel-drive CXL model, while the top-of-the-line Ultra is now offered in both front- and all-wheel-drive versions. New tire and wheel combinations round out the changes for 2005.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
never buy g.m. again
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 2 | Build Quality: | 2 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 2 |
| Fuel Economy: | 2 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Buick Rendezvous CXL AWD 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Some nice features to this car but far too many problems. Some minor things like interior flooding due too sunroof problems. Windows are scratched pretty deeply in some spots from going up and down. Big problem was rear differential needing to be replaced at a cost of $3000. Buick would offer no assistance or explanation for such a problem in a relatively new car.
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
You Get What You Pay For
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 3 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 6 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Buick Rendezvous CX AWD 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I bought the Rendezvous for a traveling sales job in Canada. There is very cold weather and some rough roads but mostly City and Highway. The Highway drive is very smooth. The interior seating space is excellent. The price was good but I have encountered several annoying mechanical issues. I drove 100000 miles and have repaired (or should repair) the following rear axle seals, rear bearings, brakes (twice), Power steering noise, hatch handle, 1 power window, 3 sensors which killed ABS and turned on eng fault other issues severe buildup of snow and ice in wheelwells, floating gas gauge, worst factory stereo ever. They coulda had a winner but they cheaped out in the build.
Favorite Features
Smooth Ride, spacious, nice features, comfy
Suggested Improvements
reliability, reliability, reliability add better quality parts!!!!
Never Again
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 4 | Build Quality: | 3 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 2 |
| Fuel Economy: | 2 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Buick Rendezvous Ultra AWD 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I purchased this vehicle Used as a GM Certified car. The warranty means nothing. The vehicle made a moaning noise and there was a technical bulletin that said it required new fluid in the rear($400+). Then the AWD Disabled light came on-a differential valve had to be replaced for $480. Again no warranty. I would never buy another GM vehicle and have owned many but this last vehicle has been a killer with repair costs on a GM certified car-ha ha.
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
Glad I didn't buy a Pacifica
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Buick Rendezvous CXL AWD 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I was looking to buy a pacifica but after driving the Rendezvous I was sold. 3400 v6 in my car really has potential, I can pass with little effort the ride is unmatched. The AWD (versatrak) works Flawlessy. It always kicks in when I need it. Ice and Snow are no problem in fact I took a trip to minnesota to a ski resort. There was quite a bit of snow and ice. My daughter has a 2005 Honda CRV (She hates it.) and the real time 4wd could not handle the weather so my Rendezvous became the transport for 2 families. My Rendezvous Plowed right through the snow with out hesitation. I have never had a problem with it. A/C is the coldest that I have ever had in a car and have no problems with it.
Favorite Features
Leather, Automatic Climate control, 3rd row seat, Heated seat, HUD, powerful 3.4 LA1 GM engine, AWD, Turn signal reminder, Battery Run Down Protection, OnStar, and the Sunroof.
Suggested Improvements
Ground Clearace
Keep Your Warranty
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 5 | Build Quality: | 3 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Buick Rendezvous CX Fwd 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I purchased my Rendezvous in 2007. I needed something big enough for my family but wanted good gas and nice appearance. I don't drive much at all but have already had to replace front lower control arm, front strut bearing on right and later on the front bearing on left. Front rattles and back hatch handle is broken. Interior stains very easily. Not yet at 50,000 miles.
Favorite Features
Very comfortable with lots of leg and cargo room. Good on gas great for long trips. Nice looking.
Suggested Improvements
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