Overview & Reviews

Who woulda thought -- a Buick SUV? More accurately, the Rendezvous is one of a new breed of crossover vehicles that combines the look and utility of an SUV with the comfort of a touring car. The Rendezvous is based on the Pontiac Aztek, itself based on GM's minivan family consisting of the Chevrolet Venture, Pontiac Montana and Oldsmobile Silhouette.

• Available third-row seat that folds flush with the load floor, independent rear suspension, optional rear parking assist.

• Down on power compared to the competition, minimal off-road capability.

User Reviews:

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  King of the crossover - 2002 Buick Rendezvous
  By Rendylover - May 13 - 10:00 am

  Great looking, excellent handling, max for the money

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  2002 Buick CXL AWD - 2002 Buick Rendezvous
  By Ralph A. Lia - April 25 - 9:14 pm

  This vehicle is a great everyday commuter. It The ergonomics are just right. My biggest dissapointment with the vehicle is that the power is marginal. The 185 Horsepower engine is just adequate. It rolls along smoothly and leisurly. The vehicle will let you know when it has to work hard to pull up a hill. The heads up display should not be an option. The gauges tend to get hard to see during the day. I have not had any problems with fit and finish of the material. I would like to see better materials for a vehicle in this price class.

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  User name says it all..."FORMER BMW" guy - 2002 Buick Rendezvous
  By formerbmw - March 31 - 10:00 am

  Our lease on a 1999 BMW 540iA is ending soon, and with a new baby, we decided to look at SUVs. We selected the Rendezvous after test driving other SUVs. Compared to a BMW X5, priced in the $60K range, the Rendezvous is the value of the year. The car has a unique look which seems to look better all the time.

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  Cant wait to trade it in - 2002 Buick Rendezvous
  By Wendy - March 21 - 11:06 pm

  I traded my Aztek for a Rendezvous because I needed more room. I have had the car into the dealership on the average once per month for problems. A/C went at 30,000K and I never use it. Wind noise on drivers side is annoying on long drives, brakes are less than desireable, electrical problems and fuses blowing for no reason are annoying. The vehicle has never left me stranded however the other problems have been annoying and inconvenient. The cheap interior is starting to detriorate. Tires cause wobble on turns and needed to be replaced. Heater motor blew up at 10K. All was under warranty but that does not excuse the inconvenience. Truck has 69K on it and thankfully I have extended coverage.

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  Very Sorry I Bought this Vehicle - 2002 Buick Rendezvous
  By nbv362 - March 8 - 6:44 pm

  I have had many problems with my 02 Rendezvous. Had to replace wheel bearings on both front wheels the first year. Luckily no one was injured while the dealer tried to figure out what the rumbling noise was each time. The heater/AC blower had to be replaced. Now I need all the gaskets replaced before the engine seizes. I will never buy a first year production auto again. The dealer says I should have bought the extended warranty, but the warranty on the Rendezvous is just not long enough.

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  Finally pulled the trigger - 2002 Buick Rendezvous
  By Rendezviewer - February 15 - 2:00 am

  After researching about everything comparable (Highlander, upcoming Honda Pilot, MDX, Trailblazer), we finally pulled the trigger on a Rendezvous. Most of my cars have been foreign cars and I was probably biased against GM, but the value on the RDV combined with the features and appearance made us purchasers. So far everything is perfect. The features combined with the convenience of a mini-van (seating for 6-7) with an SUV appearance were the key factors for us. Safety factors were also important.

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  Nice SUV - 2002 Buick Rendezvous
  By Bradd - February 8 - 10:00 am

  I never thought I would own an SUV, there wasnt one that I wanted or liked. I did want something to haul the occasional item. The Rendezvous is the perfect vehicle for me. Its like sitting in and driving a car, but with the versatility of a van and AWD of an SUV.

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  Rendezvous - 2002 Buick Rendezvous
  By tfsports - January 29 - 3:23 pm

  I have been very happy with this vehicle overall, until it snowed. Previously we owned a Jeep Grand Cherokee 4WD. Rendezvous interior is roomier, has more cargo space, more luxuries, and more comfortable seating.

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  Needs Improvement - 2002 Buick Rendezvous
  By jgolafson - January 18 - 4:13 pm

  Good value. Nice features when equipped with Luxury Package. Steering vague and imprecise; worst tracking vehicle ever owned. Underpowered, needs 3.5L or 3.8L engine. Tailgate too heavy. Seats have poor lateral support.

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  Bad news - 2002 Buick Rendezvous
  By byeGM - December 30 - 11:51 pm

  The vehicle is comfortable, but we have had nothing but huge repairs bills Bearings in front wheels went out at two different times-huge expense! Computer unit went out on vacation, leaving us stranded. Air conditioning had to be replaced. Back up system stopped working about 6 months in. Had to replace tires and brakes way before the time with most cars Best mileage EVER was 21-we usually get 19 on the highway Insult to injury-were trying to trade it in now and are being offered only $8000-$9000 for a car listed at $35 thousand when we purchased.