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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  Would buy another - 2005 Buick Rendezvous
  By wingnutttt - December 8 - 2:05 pm

  We bought ours in 08 with 30.000 miles on it. Wife uses it mostly in town & we use it on vacation & tow 2 mid size motorcycles behind it. We have had no problems with ours & tows our cycles nicely. Now has 62.000 miles on it & has been trouble free. Its quiet, comfortable for all day driving. Would reccomend it to anybody

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  Loved mostly - 2005 Buick Rendezvous
  By Denise - September 27 - 2:00 am

  Before the grandchildren, this was a perfect vehicle for me, my adult children, and labs. However, now there are two infants that need to have car seats rear-facing leaving no leg room for any other seat as it requires the seat in front of it to be shoved all the way forward. In all other regards, this has been a joy of a vehicle.

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  Disappointed - 2005 Buick Rendezvous
  By Zakiyyah - March 31 - 9:25 am

  I was not very happy with this vehicle at all. Within 6 months of purchase the entire steering column needed to be replaced, not long after that problems with the transmission, heated seats stopped working, electrical system failures, last straw was when the CD player went. Very disappointed!

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  Keep Your Warranty - 2005 Buick Rendezvous
  By BG - February 12 - 10:39 am

  I purchased my Rendezvous in 2007. I needed something big enough for my family but wanted good gas and nice appearance. I dont drive much at all but have already had to replace front lower control arm, front strut bearing on right and later on the front bearing on left. Front rattles and back hatch handle is broken. Interior stains very easily. Not yet at 50,000 miles.

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  Roomiest small SUV, luxury ride - 2005 Buick Rendezvous
  By kd - October 17 - 5:05 pm

  Ive put about 45,000 miles on my Rendezvous and overall it has been a good vehicle. I avg. low 20s MPG which consists of about 50/50 city and highway miles. The upholstery could be better, very east to stain. One of the most comfortable riding cars I have owned and would beat any SUV for luxury ride. The 3.4L engine is great around town, but lacks a bit of torque in the mountains - not a big deal though. The cargo space is amazing for a small SUV, probably nothting better in its class for a small, maneuverable SUV. I now have 80K miles and it still runs well and everything is intact. No major work. Overall, very pleased with ownership of this vehicle.

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  Nice - 2005 Buick Rendezvous
  By brian - October 14 - 10:19 pm

  Bought this SUV 5 months ago from an estate with 21000 miles on it. Handles well in the snow and is a comfortable ride. There is room comfortably for a family four, a tight fit with five. Drove from Milwaukee to UP averaged 23-24mpg. So far no problems as Im at about 30000miles.

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  Happy Change - 2005 Buick Rendezvous
  By Tracy G - April 3 - 11:55 am

  This was my second car! I drove a 2000 Ford Focus that got great mileage and never had any problems until one day it just died at 165,000 miles. My husband and I wanted a car that would last and be great for when we have kids. I outright refused to get a minivan. This car was perfect. I drive 60 miles a day on the highway and have no problems. The gas mileage is pretty good for an "suv." (I get 28/mpg) I run a small catering company and the cargo space is great. I love the deep center console that locks. And the several other compartments, as well as the multiple plug in areas for phones etc. There is also plenty of room if my friends and I decide to car pool. Excellent value for the price.

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  It does the job - so far - 2005 Buick Rendezvous
  By bri - April 1 - 9:31 pm

  We bought ours from private seller used. Basic model with one or two upgrades for 12,000 with only 20500 miles on it. Would not have paid the advertised 15000 from a dealership for similar Rendezvous. Rides like a truck and uses the gas. I have only had this suv for a little more than a month with no major complaints. If any major complaints come along I will do another review

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  2 years and loving it - 2005 Buick Rendezvous
  By Sunni - March 21 - 12:07 am

  I have had this Ultra for 2 years and have been very satisfied with its comfort and quietness as well as the total ease of driving. It is very smooth to handle and of course it rides like a Buick. With the larger V6 engine it has plenty of get up and go and the interior was well designed with plenty of cubby spaces and cup holders. The heads up display keeps your eyes on the road and the radio controls on the steering wheel keep your hands on the wheel. If you need a good vehicle to keep your family safe and comfortable and you are sick of mini-vans this is your ride.

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  Overall, Im satisfied with purchase - 2005 Buick Rendezvous
  By emj - October 19 - 10:30 am

  The Rendezvous drives very nicely, and I find it very easy to manuver into parking spaces. The amount of cargo room is great. Also, the second row of seats fold forward to allow for extra cargo room if its needed. I average about 18 mpg city and 22 mpg highway, so I guess the fuel economy is about average for this size SUV. The back end of the vehicle did start making a "groaning" noise a few months ago, which I was told by my mechanic was a problem with the rear differential fluid (I dont know if others have had this problem), so the fluid was refilled and the problem has not recurred so far. I dont have any kids, but theres lots of room on board for all four of my dogs!