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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  Happy Driver - 2005 Buick Rainier
  By viking1 - December 11 - 2:03 pm

  This vehicle is quiet and smooth. The bose premium sound, multiple cd player and satellite reception are tremendous. My previous vehicle was a yukon which was great and trouble free but this Ranier is outstanding. The 6 cylinder engine is lively and it will jump when you need it.

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  Great Car - 2005 Buick Rainier
  By Kathy7 - October 9 - 2:00 am

  The only thing my Rainer falls short on is interior storage space. I had a Rendevous for the last 3 years that had tons of space. But the ride and handling in the Rainer surpass the Rendezvous. Love this vehicle!!!

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  My - 2005 Buick Rainier
  By Tom Weiss - October 9 - 2:00 am

  I use my Rainer both in pleasure and business and love it. It has ample storage space with the rear seats down (I have moved 6 1/2 foot sofas and large bookcase units in it with no problem) in addition to a full day of shopping at Macys, Saks and Nordstroms and then while still full of the days shopping, picking up my 3 German Shepards from the groomer with still room to spare. Fit and finish on "Gracie" is great with 16K on the odometer, she is as quiet and well behaved as the day I bought her. I have the 6cyl and find it more than satisfactory with my routine drivng between Palm Springs, Ca. to Pasadena, Ca. Interior finish is great, too!

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  My Rainier - 2005 Buick Rainier
  By cgcovey - October 9 - 2:00 am

  I have driven SUVs from full size Blazers, Yukons, Envoy to the Rainier. I love the Rainier, great car, great design.

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  Love my Rainy - 2005 Buick Rainier
  By over40 - October 2 - 2:00 am

  Got this vehicle as a rental while work was being done on my van. I have NEVER, NEVER, NEVER loved a car in my life. This car is quiet, and hugs the road, and is absolutely QUIET.

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  Rainier all its supposed to be - 2005 Buick Rainier
  By kuba - September 6 - 2:00 am

  Ive had my Rainier for 6 mos. now and am EXTREMELY satisfied with it. Its powerful, smooth, and quiet. The engine is terrific delivering good torque from a standstill. Its 50-70 mph acceleration is good as well. Fuel economy has been good for an SUV, about 19 mpg combined city/hwy. It also has been incredibly smooth and quiet, the most car-like ride Ive experienced from the various SUVs Ive test driven. I had a Toyota 4Runner before and was going to buy another or a Nissan Pathfinder before a friend suggested I look at the Rainier. I was skeptical at first, but after looking at it and test driving it, I was convinced.

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  real luxury suv - 2005 Buick Rainier
  By roxanne - August 11 - 2:00 am

  the quietest suv i have driven,plus it runs smooth .and it rides almost like a buick park ave on the interstate.plus its easy to park and a real fun suv to drive.the 6 changer cd works great the heated seates plus lumbar really make it enjoyable on long drives,its so quiet on the inside it makes you want to fall asleep