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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  WOW!!!! What a car!! - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By brinchatt - September 19 - 2:00 am

  When the Rendezvous first arrived I thought it was one of the most butt- ugly SUVs Id ever seen!! Thank GOD I was wrong!!! After comparing it to all the other SUVs on the market, Ive discovered the styling to be unique and beautiful!! There are only 2 negative things I can say about it, it is a bit underpowered, (needs a V-8), and also gas mileage isnt so great. But who cares? You dont buy and SUV for it gas mileage!! Thanks Buick, for building a truly unique and beautiful vehicle!

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  Buick Rendezvous - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By jersbears - September 5 - 10:00 am

  This is the happiest I have been with a new vehicle since my 1981 Honda Civic 4dr. The build quality is wonderful, interior comfort is outstanding, the vehicle looks great, and the handling is surprisingly nimble. It handles like a car, not a SUV.

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  Love the 2003 Rendezvous - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By Melissa1215 - September 3 - 2:00 am

  I wasnt ready for a minivan yet so I went for the Rendezvous. Best decision I ever made. Not only does it look great but it handles beautifully. We took it on vacation the day after we bought it, 5 hours in the car and 1 DVD system, not a peep out of the kids other than when it was time to change the movie. So comfortable, smooth ride, lots of leg room, great gas mileage, stereo system rocks. Maybe the engine could use to be a little more powerful, mostly at higher speeds, but most of us owners are people with kids. Exactly how fast do we need to go?

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  I love my SUV - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By Bernie4455 - September 3 - 2:00 am

  Lots of room and fun to drive. The mirrors are fantastic. The Rendezvous is one of the most enjoyable vehicles I have ever owned. I love the sporty looks of it. handles great in rain. For the money I think the cloth interior could be upgraded. And for those who get shocks from the static in the cloth seats, take a downy sheet and rub all over the cloth, it takes the static out.

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  Not a single problem, GREAT versatility - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By J Ferg - September 3 - 2:00 am

  Nothing to do but oil change, tire rotation and enjoy. Even our Volvo and Honda havnt been this reliable. We LOVE the interior bins all around, the cargo capacity, and the versatility of the whole vehicle. Even our dealership has been excellent to deal with.

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  My 2003 Rendezvous - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By crbmbb - August 13 - 10:00 am

  The appearance is great. The interior appointments are good and the vehicle has numerous features that I like. Performance is adequate, though wont win any drag races.

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  Awsome!! - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By mee - October 12 - 10:00 am

  Great car, almost a year with it!! Love the "elephant" mirrors, didnt like the exterior when it first came out, but like it now!!

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  Like it so much, we bought a second one! - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By scuba1n - May 31 - 10:00 am

  As a new family with an infant, we needed a car to replace my wifes VW GTI VR6. After much research, we decided on the Rendezvous. Dropped by Avery Greene Motors and were very well taken care of by Bruce Rodger and Juan Mancha. The entire team was terrific and met our needs and our budget. I liked the vehicle so much,I just bought one for myself to replace my SAAB 900. Feels god to support the U.S. economy and get a quality product too! Keep up the good work.

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  Very satsified with this vehicle - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By David Flowers - April 30 - 2:00 am

  After a year and a half of ownership, my wife and I both really like the RV. We have had no problems. My wife is the main driver and she really likes the hands free cell phone as well as the good vision out the front. Interior design remains very convenient with the 3rd row seating being great to have when needed. Tinted windows in the back are nice but make backing up at night an exercise in blindness. Backup sensors in the rear bumper are nice in tight spots. We added some small convex mirrors to the side mirrors to get rid of a huge blind spot that was there despite the big mirrors. Engine power is borderline.That aside, we would buy the RV again. It continues to be a great ride!

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  A terrific decision - 2003 Buick Rendezvous
  By Liz Sihto - March 17 - 2:00 am

  Our Buick Rendezvous is the MOST comfortable vehicle ... after test driving many models in this class, we decided to buy the buick. Our decision was based on the most vehicle for the best price, but we were so pleasantly surprised it even surpassed our expectations. Dont let anyone tell you different - this is a great vehicle.