2006 Buick Rainier Consumer Reviews

Glad I Found This One

Written by: JB on 05/05/2007

Vehicle

2006 Buick Rainier CXL 4dr SUV AWD (4.2L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I love this vehicle. I've owned several autos in the past, including two Toyotas and a Chevy Trailblazer ('04). I usually go pretty basic on them, then look at the owner's manual later and realize all the goodies I didn't have on mine. All that has changed with buying the Rainier. If this truck were a movie, it would truly be a "sleeper." I don't know why more people haven't discovered all the virtues of this vehicle.

Favorite Features

I love the driver information center and all the choices you have on things, right down to how you want the doors to unlock when you shift to park. It will even let you know if you have left the gas cap off when you fill up. The magohany and leather steering wheel is a work of art.

Suggested Improvements

Can't think of many, other than the cupholders so many have already mentioned.

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Love it

Written by: Joyce on 03/17/2007

Vehicle

2006 Buick Rainier CXL 4dr SUV AWD (4.2L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I am so happy with my new truck. I went from a 1999 Tahoe to this. There is nothing that comes close to the comfort this truck offers. It is easy on the eyes and you will find your self not wanting to pull up in the garage.

Favorite Features

Comfort, easy to drive

Suggested Improvements

The only thing I don't know about mine is my tire presure. How funny is that?

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Everything I Need

Written by: frank on 02/06/2007

Vehicle

2006 Buick Rainier CXL 4dr SUV AWD (4.2L 6cyl 4A)

Review

After driving a Cadillac Deville for the last 10 years the Rainier compares in features and comfort. I needed a vehicle with the luxury of a Cadillac and towing capacity of a truck. Behold the Rainier is the perfect vehicle for my needs.

Favorite Features

The six cylinder is impressive. Plenty of power, quiet and smooth. Great economy also, on long trips 460-480 miles per tank. Also, it's a vehicle I'm most comfortable in being 265 pounds.

Suggested Improvements

My primary complaint is more leg room must given to rear seat passengers.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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My "BIG" SUV

Written by: jelap on 02/04/2007

Vehicle

2006 Buick Rainier CXL 4dr SUV AWD (4.2L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I have been a 2006 SUV Buick owner for about 7 months now. Overall I am disapointed with the performance with the V6 291hp AWD, Hits slight inclines with a lot of difficulty, have to shove into 3rd gear to climb hills. Comfort wise, it is OK for me for my medium frame and build. Not very good on gas, get about 17-18 on streets, look at the mileage before you buy and factor in your daily/weekly/monthly cost. It is a sleek sexy car for the average person, The quality of the car is "huh" OK. The doors are "very" heavy and make a lot of noise when opening and closing, I tried oiling and greasing them, but to no avail. The lift mechanism for the hydraulics, when adjusting for heavy loads, is very noisy.

Favorite Features

Great overall exterior design, very nice. Smooth comfortable to ride, roomy interior, great sound system, love the sunroof and tinted windows as well as the 2nd window lift up on the back door for easy access.

Suggested Improvements

Quiter lift on hydraulics. Seals around doors for quiter interior. All leather option around whole steering wheel. More room in back to hide stuff away. EZ fold seat feature to completely hide seats (too bulky). Different bottom to top all around color schemes/design add ons.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Amazing SUV!

Written by: Holly on 01/03/2007

Vehicle

2006 Buick Rainier CXL 4dr SUV AWD (4.2L 6cyl 4A)

Review

This car is the best! My husband and I bought it for the room, safety features and comfort. We will be starting a family soon and this car is great. My friend bought one because she loved driving in mine so much.

Favorite Features

OnStar and XM

Suggested Improvements

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Great Vehicle--No more van!

Written by: BKnight on 12/05/2006

Vehicle

2006 Buick Rainier CXL 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I love my Rainier. I have the PGA Tour edition. The only drawback is the odd cup holder and storage situation, but otherwise I am very pleased. MPG average is 17-18 (I drive on country roads to work each day.) It gets 22- 24 on the highway. I had a loaded Honda Odyssey. I'm so glad to be out of the van!

Favorite Features

XM radio, sunroof, luxury ride

Suggested Improvements

Storage/cup holder in front area

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Big surprise

Written by: PeterJ on 11/25/2006

Vehicle

2006 Buick Rainier CXL 4dr SUV AWD (4.2L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Never thought I'd buy a Buick, but after testing the Rainier vs. the Envoy, Pathfinder, 4Runner and looking at everything else it comes out on top. Smooth, quiet, excellent mix of features, and the V8 gets unexpectedly decent mileage (15.8 city, and 22 highway). It has been perfect, no issues since day one, hope it stays that way. On top of all the pluses, the GM rebates made a great deal, over $9000 off MSRP.

Favorite Features

Quiet, smooth, quick.

Suggested Improvements

The front seat backs could be better shaped and softer. Add HID headlights.

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Falls Short

Written by: Barb on 10/23/2006

Vehicle

2006 Buick Rainier CXL 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Our Buick Ranier has plenty of interior room, and has so far been very reliable. However, the interior build quality leaves alot to be desired! Everything from the door handles, and door power panel mouldings, to side door mouldings has fallen off and the seatbelts stick. The rear end makes an "undetermined" noise and it does not handle great if you have to do any sudden "avoidance manuevers" while driving. I drive mostly highway and have never seen anywhere near the supposed 21mpg mark. I average 17.2mpg in a 2WD. It should not be in the luxury class, as it is just another mediocre GM SUV. Admittedly disappointed. Can't wait til my lease is up! Terrible resale value. GM will never listen to what buyers really want...Thats why Toyota & Honda have really taken off. They listen to concerns and work with them to build vehicles people want.

Favorite Features

Quiet ride and XM satellite radio are great.

Suggested Improvements

Why suggest any improvements if no one is listening?

7 out 8 people found this review helpful

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Mostly satisfied

Written by: Chelle on 10/04/2006

Vehicle

2006 Buick Rainier CXL 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I just purchased this vehicle, but was not looking for it. Wanted an Envoy, and could not get one, so this was suggested. Overall, I am happy with the vehicle. I have always owned a minivan, so this is different. However, the sad part about this vehicle is the gas mileage, it stinks! I was not prepared for the little gas mileage that it gets, but I am keeping it and just have to get used to it. Hopefully it will not let me down.

Favorite Features

The interior and exterior look. The memory seat.

Suggested Improvements

Better gas mileage!

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Junk

Written by: w gotwals on 08/22/2006

Vehicle

2006 Buick Rainier CXL 4dr SUV AWD (4.2L 6cyl 4A)

Review

1197 total miles and the car would not start. Complete electrical shut down. It"s been out of service for 3 days now attempting to be fixed. Can't GM do a little better job

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

Some quality control

7 out 9 people found this review helpful

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