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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  Be cautious - 2005 Buick Rendezvous
  By VeryDisappointed - March 18 - 11:23 am

  Gas mileage is WAY below rating. Sticker was 18-28 and actual highway is under 18. Not even close. I hate to think what around town driving will be.Dealer/GM says thats the best that can be expected, despite sticker rating. Electronic features have been a constant source of aggravation and repair- Navigation system, radio,climate control, mirrors,horn, etc. Very quirky and inconsistent. Never sure if they are going to work. Dealer has been very helpful, but its hard to reproduce (and fix)intermittent problems. VERY frustrating.

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  Solid, but not nearly great! - 2005 Buick Rendezvous
  By Felipe - January 27 - 10:00 am

  This car drives very well. It is a good value compared to other SUVs in its class. But it doesnt feel very refined, the steering can be a little loose sometimes, and I just dont know if it will last enough time.

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  A good car for the money - 2005 Buick Rendezvous
  By 2003 Buick Rendezvou - January 5 - 10:58 am

  We are happy with the vehicle. The selling point was the captians chairs (2nd row) and bench seat in the back. Very roomy, easy to drive. Main problem which I think any vehicle with 3 rows of seating would be lack of storage space...

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  My Favorite Vehicle - 2005 Buick Rendezvous
  By Tim Granger - December 21 - 9:29 pm

  Comfortable, well laid out for a tall individual. With 6k miles the gas mileage has not improved. Sticker states 18-24 only averaging 18 on highway.

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  Buick Rendezvous - 2005 Buick Rendezvous
  By Bernie Hartmann - December 8 - 6:07 pm

  I own a 2002 Model and had no problems with the CXL Model. I believe some of your ratings on some Models does not jive with the real performance of these vehicles. We do not find the interior of the Rendezvous that cheap, did you ever try to maintain the wood paneling on a Beamer or Mercedes, it can be a nightmare. And if you have it all scratched up or damaged by any other way, its ugly.So, I like the plain gray interior which willtake a few Kids and a DOg in good stride.

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  by - 2005 Buick Rendezvous
  By ben - December 7 - 12:39 pm

  this is a good van it is a bit small if you get a seven seater you want have the room for there things.

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  nice buick - 2005 Buick Rendezvous
  By Bobby663 - July 14 - 4:53 am

  nice buick that shows much promise

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  Last Buick Standing - 2005 Buick Rendezvous
  By Last Buick Standing - October 8 - 10:00 am

  Until last February ... My husband and I have LOVED the Rendezveous! NOW --well you judge....7 months/8 major problems 1) Just under 45,000 miles we had to replace the front Wheel Bearings - 2) and consequently all the tires. 3) The Transmission went - MAJOR bits and pieces in the oil pan 4) the clutch was replaced 5) the clutch was replaced AGAIN 6) the air conditioning went-something about a cracked block 7) The gas gage no longer works 8) After noting a strange noise when turning a tight circle we have now been told the Rear Wheel Differential needs to be replaced for $4000 -- if not repaired we have been told that the rear wheels "could" lock

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  thisisit - 2005 Buick Rendezvous
  By docsmog - April 20 - 10:00 am

  overall the vehicle ride is nice,interior is nice,performance is good,reliabilaty is unknown yet as i have not had it that long.

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  Better than a minivan - 2005 Buick Rendezvous
  By Winner04 - December 13 - 10:00 am

  This is my first SUV. I opted to buy the Rendezvous because of the roomy interior (3rd row was important to me) and the price was within my budget. However, the V6 engine lacks power and I can hear the wind outside (sounds like a tornado moving overhead) when driving on open roads. Will I buy another Buick? Maybe. Ive only had this vehicle for a month. So far, I have no significant complaints.