Overview & Reviews

The larger 3.6-liter V6 is now available on the front-wheel-drive CXL model, while the top-of-the-line Ultra is now offered in both front- and all-wheel-drive versions. New tire and wheel combinations round out the changes for 2005.

• Usable third-row seats that fold flat, comfortable ride, plenty of interior storage, refined 3.6-liter engine, good fuel economy.

• Weak standard V6 engine, good-looking but cheap-feeling interior materials, limited off-road ability compared to SUVs.

User Reviews:

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  Thought Rendezvous was a great deal - 2005 Buick Rendezvous
  By 2005 rendezvous cx - September 3 - 10:09 am

  Now there is a unusual sound that comes from the engine and the car shakes if we drive over 75mph. This vehicle is now we realize made for the first time in 2002, it doesnt have a long history of good record like lasting long. We still own a 96 regal and a 01 century and both of them drive superb. We heard great things about the Rendezvous from friends but they already returned theirs because he was on a lease. The sound for the bass in the newer Buicks are horrible, which includes the 05 Rendezvous. Seems like a great car in the beginning but not really good.

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  Rides like a Buick - 2005 Buick Rendezvous
  By caltexan - June 16 - 8:57 pm

  Im 39 and my wife and I are both lawyers. We live in San Francisco. We have 2 boys, 6 and 4. I didnt want to buy a minivan so we purchased the Buick. Its nice, but rides like my grandmas car. I wish the ride was firmer and sportier. I went with a Buick because I wanted to buy American. I hope the next time around, if I go with Buick, I will be less disappointed with my decision. On the plus side, it parks just about anywhere and has a nice ride. Also, get the 7 seat option. Without the 3rd row, Im not sure its worth the money. On the downside, its a gas hog. Youd think GM would see the big picture and put more hybrids and efficient rides on the market...

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  I thought more of Buick - 2005 Buick Rendezvous
  By disapointed - April 12 - 9:25 pm

  I thought more of Buick. 05 Rendezvous CXL, for a driver, is very small. I want to warn folks about the winter freezing. All of my doors freeze when it is cold or windy. Took it to the dealer and there is no fix for it. I leased the car and had to put a remote starter in just to get in my car. Good luck, if you know of anything I could do let me know. Warning ask about the freezing