Overview & Reviews
The Rainier is an all-new SUV for Buick. It is based on GM's capable midsize SUV architecture which also supports the Chevy TrailBlazer and GMC Envoy. The Rainier is available with a V8 power, but there is no extended-length version.
- Strong drivetrains, upscale exterior treatment, decent off-road ability.
- Same old plastic inside, extra features jack up the price.
User Reviews:
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Buick Rainier - a pleasant surprise - 2004 Buick Rainier
By Mahleen - May 4 - 2:00 amI researched all the luxury midsize SUVs I narrowed my list to RX330, Highlander and 4Runner Limited, FX35 and the Buick Rainier. The FX35 felt like a station wagon, the interior is cramped. The 4Runner rattled and lacked the quality Toyotas are known for. The Highlander exterior design is dull and price is high. Down to two; the RX330 is comfortable, luxuriously appointed and well constructed. To my surprise, the Rainer matched the RX330 in each category except the interior is not as luxurious BUT the Rainier outclassed the RX330 with its rock solid feel. Rainers solid construction, amenities and GMs financing make it a true value.
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the best better than cadillac - 2004 Buick Rainier
By dolphinsinus - March 29 - 10:00 amthe best suv ever a must drive experience, buik did it again. If it lastsas long as my lasabre i will be amazed
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Buick Ranier-SUV - 2004 Buick Rainier
By jconeputt - November 15 - 7:53 pmPurchased 2004 Buick Ranier used with 22,000 miles and has been a great vehicle. This SUV has a 5.3 Liter, great power and better fuel economy than the V6 model. Great for towing. Great for extended road trips. Vehicle now has 55K miles with now service related problems.
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Used Rainier Purchase - 2004 Buick Rainier
By Seaclusion - October 28 - 7:10 pmRecently purchased used Rainier with V8 34000 trading in a GMC Envoy 6 cyl.First impressions are very favorable.No complaints and has a better ride than the GMC. Also V8 is a major plus for this vehicle. I have noted that AWD seems to engage in reverse as noted by one of your participants which will require watching.
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Great ride - 2004 Buick Rainier
By born1980 - August 15 - 10:19 amWe had been looking mostly at imports and then stumbled upon this little known beauty. It is amazing the amount of car we got for the price. It is hands down the quietest vehicle I have driven, cars included.
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Buick...I thought they had better quality - 2004 Buick Rainier
By ???? - April 27 - 5:52 pmMy Buick Rainer has 57,000 miles. Every three or four months since I purchased the SUV I have had major problems. The drive train, the driver side seat, and major problems with the four wheel drive mechanism. I am very luckly that I purchased the extended warranty. I would not recommend purchasing this SUV. Just recently one dealship that I brought it to because it was making a very loud banging noise said, "You must have purchased a Friday afternoon car," after they saw the long list of things that I have already had to fix. Basically agreeing that there are and has been some major problems with my SUV. Buyer beware. I would not recommend this SUV
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Wouldnt You rather drive a buick! - 2004 Buick Rainier
By Joseph - January 12 - 12:16 pmI purchased my Rainier 12/06. Have driven it about 600 miles so far. Love it! I wish I had gotten it alot sooner. I have driven, and was willing to buy the new 06 Explorer, but after driving it and deciding it wasnt all what they said, I decided to try a Pathfinder. Too expensive. So I decided to try a TrailBlazer, Envoy and such. Drove the Buick and was sold! I love the power, quietness, options and such. Explorer comes with one power-point, where Buick has three. Also if you go to U-haul they wont rent you a trailer if you have a Explorer. Enough said about the tranny.
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Great Value - 2004 Buick Rainier
By Will - January 3 - 7:53 pmSmooth and quiet ride. Great truck on a long trip. Love all the options. Great value. Too bad Buick does not know how to market this vehicle as I do not fit the over 50 age group who would "rather be driving a Buick". I bought the truck by a chance viewing on the car lot.
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Love this car! - 2004 Buick Rainier
By Teresa - October 26 - 8:24 pmI love this car. The engine is powerful and the Rainier has a very quiet ride. No one can believe Im driving my car and talking on my cell phone because no one hears anything but the conversation! I have the NAV system, XM radio and OnStar. Its great!
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Rainier Our Monaco SUV - 2004 Buick Rainier
By Larry Myers - October 14 - 2:00 amThis 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.
