Overview & Reviews

The CXL Plus trim level is dropped in favor of a single CXL model; a CD/MP3 player stereo is newly optional; real wood replaces the fake stuff for the steering wheel and shift knob; and various upgrades help spruce things up inside. Full-length head curtain airbags make their way to the options list, though Buick has dropped last year's seat-mounted side airbags (which provided torso protection for front occupants).

• Exceptionally quiet ride, strong optional V8, easy to get in and out, decent off-road ability.

• Subpar build and materials quality, sloppy handling, lacks key safety features, not enough storage space.

User Reviews:

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  Love it! - 2005 Buick Rainier
  By Jennifer - February 4 - 11:46 am

  I have been reading about this model for over a year. I was so happy to find a 2005 w/only 1 owner. It also had low miles and looked brand new! Now lets talk about the ride. Love it! It handles well and it is heavy for a short SUV and I feel safe in it.

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  My 2005 Buick Rainier 5.3L V8 - 2005 Buick Rainier
  By Joshua Zion - February 1 - 5:59 am

  My Rainier is Gave Me The Driving Experience Of A Life Time. I Love My Buick The V8 Lets Me Show Off To My Best Friend And It Is So Quiet I Love The QuietTuning Buick Ive Only Had to replace the Catiliac Converter And The A\C and the Air Suspension

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  Cadillac to Ranier - 2005 Buick Rainier
  By Betty W - June 26 - 1:04 pm

  Wed been driving Cadillac sedans for years and switched to the Ranier SUV. It is very comfortable and pulls a trailer very well even in the mountains. We love the Ranier.

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  Most Underated SUV - 2005 Buick Rainier
  By Randy Bloem - April 21 - 12:06 pm

  I test drove many of the SUVs including the new Ford Edge. The Buick Rainier beats them all in ride, comfort, and style. This has to be the most under-rated vehicle in its class. A tremendous used car value.

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  A New SUV Owner - 2005 Buick Rainier
  By Ed Chandler - January 5 - 3:24 am

  Easy to drive and maneuver in parking lots. Plenty of power in the 6 cylinder engine. Doesnt cruise on open roads as well as the LaSabre I owned previously but is much better on mountain roads. I like the inside comfort and controls. Plenty of storage space in the rear. Very smooth and quiet ride.

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  Love my Buick - 2005 Buick Rainier
  By stryen10 - December 18 - 8:03 pm

  Ive had my Buick for four months now and I really fell in love with it. It is the most comfortable SUV that I have ridden in. The ride is like my cousins Cadillac.

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  Im buying another - 2005 Buick Rainier
  By skeet - November 15 - 10:37 pm

  I have never owned a vehicle I have liked more. Traded a BMW and would never go back. Feel reviewers have given this vehicle a bad rap. I like everything about this vehicle and cant wait to get my new one. Also own a DTS Caddy and really would just as soon drive the Buick. Runs like a scalded dog. A/C is fantastic. Ride is wonderful. Edmunds say Toureg or 4Runner? I say pooey. 61 250 lbs this is one roomy vehicle. Wonderfully reliable. What more can I say? Have owned Suburban and like this much better. Turns on a dime. Easy to park.

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  Wow - 2005 Buick Rainier
  By Melody Myers - November 13 - 12:20 am

  I have enjoyed the ownership and smoothness of the ride, great amenities, and ease of handling.

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  Excellent SUV - 2005 Buick Rainier
  By Theo - November 8 - 9:38 pm

  Driving this SUV is fun. Handling is supurb. The quiet inside is next to none, that is outside noise is near "0" except for very loud noises. The layout inside makes everything easy to get to. Sight line to instruments is very good. Comfort in all seats is very good and there is enough leg room in the rear for a six foot plus person. Cargo space is good. The wheel well splash guards should be put on as a standard feature and not an option. This vehicle has been built with the persnickety driver in mind. Thanks for doing such a good job on this SUV. I often forget that I am driving an SUV because it feels so much like a car. Great job!

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  2005 Rainier - 2005 Buick Rainier
  By Pat - September 7 - 10:18 am

  I have had no problems with the car so far. Its very reliable. The ride is very comfortable. It feels like you are driving a car, but youre just sitting higher up.