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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  Great vehicle - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By highmiler - December 24 - 2:00 am

  I have never had a day that I havent enjoyed this vehicle...oops, except the day the electricaal system went out completely (so ONSTAR of no use). It took ten days to get a new body computer module as the vehicle was so new. Never a single problem after that in 26,000 miles.

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  Rendezvous- got it together - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By lfkpt - September 20 - 10:00 am

  We have owned our 2003 Buick Rendezvous for only the brief period of two weeks finding it a great meld between a mini- van and a SUV. Toys abound inside and out from the all-wheel-drive to a heads up display and memory seating. Engine power is fair. Removing the second row seats is moderately difficult with the third rows removal which includes taking off four bolts a royal pain in the knuckles.Gas mileage has been in the 19-21 range. XM radio has too many dead zones.

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  Unexpected maintenance cost - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By 03Rendezvous - September 3 - 5:09 am

  Overall drive is fun. It feels like a car, but gives you room. Third seat option a must. Only used it a minimum amount of times but it was worth it each time we needed it. It was the highest maintenance cost vehicle we have had in about 15 years. As much as I liked the feel and ride, will not buy another one because of the maintenance cost.

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  abh - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By skipper - August 3 - 10:00 am

  love it. only 1 small problem in over a year.

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  Needs improvement - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By Joe Chianti - August 3 - 10:00 am

  The front and side appearance of the car is great. The rear appearance out of wack. Too much red and plastic for sure. Same engine as the Venture which was my previous lease. Averaged 22/23 mileage per gal overall and only getting 18 on this car. Dont not believe car is heavier including a smaller fuel tank. Other then the above really like the vehicle.

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  I like it - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By phne - August 3 - 10:00 am

  The vehicle is comfortable and economical. Im averaging over 23 mpg with about 50-50 city and hwy driving. The layout of the dash is impressive and functional.

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  My Opinion of Buick has Slipped - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By Jon Tao - August 1 - 9:04 pm

  We bought this car new, not knowing it was made in Mexico. Shame on me for not doing my research. At 60k, the intake manifold started leaking and at 84k, the transmission needed major work. I am disappointed. GM needs to do better. It seems that these two problems are very common for this engine and transmission.

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  Very happy - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By very happy - June 28 - 9:28 pm

  I have used this car extensivly and I love it. Plenty of cargo space and comfort. More room than the most SUVs in its class. Rides like a car but has the room of a truck.

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  Great Buick - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By Don - March 22 - 8:01 am

  I drive a lot of freeway miles and have found this vehicle to be quite comfortable and fairly easy on gas. I bought the base model and recommend the upgrade to the safety equipment: side air bags, anti lock brakes, and traction control. I believe they are worth the money and the vehicle list at around $28,500 with the options. However, you can push this vehicle up to around $34,000 with a lot a gadgets that are worth as on most vehicle about 40% of what you pay for them. If you want a good value stay near the base with those options that you really want. My biggest concern with this and most all vehicles of its type is the lack a good way to secure luggage and other items in the rear area

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  Lots of room - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By PA Commuter - February 8 - 10:57 pm

  We bought a Certified Rendezvous and a Certified Pacifica within a month of each other. I took the Pacifica originally because it looks and feels sportier than the Redndezvous. Unfortunately after communing in the Pacifica for a few weeks I found the ride to be quite uncomfortable for someone my height (64"). I eventually traded it to my wife for her Rendezvous. I like the sporty look and feel of the Pacifica, but I appreciate the unbelievably comfortable seats (wide, high, heated) and soft ride of the Buick.