Overview & Reviews

With just one year of production under its belt, Buick is already making some substantial content changes to its Rendezvous model line. Instead of offering standard all-wheel drive on its upscale CXL model, both the lower-level CX and the CXL will now come with front-wheel drive, with Versatrack all-wheel drive available on both models. Other formerly standard items that are now optional this year include: four-wheel disc brakes, ABS, side airbags, all-speed traction control and luggage rack crossbows. On the upside, both models get dual-zone climate control. The CXL also benefits from an optional DVD-based entertainment system and optional XM Satellite Radio for extra enjoyment.

• Usable third-row seats that fold flat, comfortable ride, lots of options available.

• Paltry engine, swell-looking but cheap-feeling interior materials, options add up, no off-road ability, not as storage-space-friendly as a minivan.

User Reviews:

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  COMFORT - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By PAPAS - September 27 - 10:00 am

  - THE ONLY REASON I PURCHASED THE VEH. IS BECAUSE OF THE COMFORT AND SPACIOUS ROOM. THE ONLY PROBLEM I HAD WAS WITH THE TRANSMISSION AT 200MILES (SELONOID)

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  Maintenance - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By Chris - July 25 - 12:51 pm

  I bought my Rendezvous used with 13K on it and couldnt be happier. I have loaded 50 bags of mulch in it, moved furniture, TVs, and an assortment of other things that I could not fit into our minivan. The key thing to any cars reliabilty is maintenance. Oil changes regularly, transmission flushed once a year and dont drive it like a sportscar because it aint one. Simple rules to follow to keep your car performing at 80K plus and still going strong.

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  No problems so far - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By been good to me - July 8 - 2:44 pm

  Ive owned this car for 3 years bought it with 35,000 on it. Ive since put another 75,000 and it still runs well. No serious problems. I love driving it. Everyone I know that has one says that they love it.

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  Bought it used. - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By Joey - July 6 - 9:55 am

  I like the vehicle a lot. My only problem is the fact that it suddenly depriciated. Now I am upside down with payments and cannot think of buying something new until its near paid off.

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  Great Ride - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By cjohan - April 8 - 2:00 am

  My rdvous is awsome. the car rides super smooth and perfect for my uses - daily driver to work and carting the family around on the weekends occassionally. Great stereo system i have the 6 disc upgrade system and if I thoght it would help top drop $$ on a better stereo, but it does not need it. My biggest problem with the car is the wheels are a bit small for it...it could use 17/265. The soft suspension is great for driving around, but is a bit squishy in the corners. It is a great looking car and very comfortable inside.

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  Rendezvous with the family - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By Jim - January 6 - 10:30 pm

  Great family car, that fits everyone comfortably. Not a sports car by any means, but fun to drive.

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  Almost there - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By Willem - December 2 - 2:00 am

  With a better engine this car would be really fun to drive. The current engine is quiet and smooth, as if it isnt there; well thats almost the case. It should be possible to draw 40 more horse power from a 3.4 liter engine I believe. This is clearly a new generation of Buicks though. Good roadholding and stiffer suspension. Well done, but it needs an engine upgrade. When listening to classical music, the Stereo suffers too much low- mid frequency colouration.

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  Very disappointed - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By CX 4DR SUV - July 30 - 11:29 pm

  My husband and I bought this vehicle in January 07, by July 07, weve already had some serious problems. First was the Security light kept coming on, was told it was a battery problem but to have the diagnostics on the vehicle checked out was costly just to have to change the battery. Next was the window, went down wouldnt go back up cost me$430 to get the regulator replaced. Ive read a lot on the Rendezvous and the windows are a hugh problem and very costly. Also, not nearly enough room in the drivers seat and the seatbelts are not roomy enough and the radio keeps changing stations. We have been very disappointed so far and hope this SUV doesnt end up costing us a fortune.

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  3-1/2 years and still enjoying the ride! - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By JJ - July 28 - 10:46 pm

  Reliable, decent fuel economy, 3rd row seat helps when hauling kids, AWD for the winter and a comfortable ride. This has been a great addition to the family.

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  Excellent SUV - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By alley - June 24 - 10:50 pm

  This is a great SUV. Very comfortable to drive and ride in. Love the third row option. Could be a bit more snazzy and cool. Have made some good improvements since I purchased though. Friends still refer to it as a minivan despite SUV title.