Overview & Reviews

The Buick Rendezvous has a few equipment changes for 2006. For instance, OnStar, an alarm system and rear parking assist are now standard across the board, and all Rendezvous trim levels now benefit from the sound-reducing QuietTuning initiative. Additionally, last year's base engine has been replaced with a more powerful 201-horsepower, 3.5-liter V6. Buick has also dropped the Ultra trim, which leaves the CXL with the Plus package as the top-line model for 2006.

• Usable third-row seats that fold flat, comfortable ride, plenty of interior storage, above-average fuel economy.

• Nice-looking but cheap-feeling interior materials, limited off-road ability compared to competitors.

User Reviews:

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  I am pretty happy with owning this Buick - 2006 Buick Rendezvous
  By la312 - May 25 - 2:41 pm

  We bought this Buick from our friend and owned it for almost 3 years. It did happen to visit mechanic, but which car didnt? regularly change brakes, oil, and fluids, etc. there is no major issue. however, the interior is not meeting my exception of the luxury SUV.

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  Had to trade Ol Bessie in... - 2006 Buick Rendezvous
  By emmygirl - March 22 - 5:17 am

  I wanted so badly for the SUV to perform up to my expectations, and it did... for a while. Bought my 2006 in 2008 with 48k miles on it. High, but I got a great deal. The ride was always smooth and quiet, styling was great in the front and inside- the hatchback styled rear is terrible, and the split panelling on some models- ugh! Horrendous. Sadly over 4 years the wiring went out underneath the car which made it stop... mid drive. I replaced the radiator, there were yearly replacements to a wheel bearing, and my fuel level indicator crapped out so I regularly ran out of gas. Finally the A/C drain hose pretty much ruined my interior with mold and I finally had to trade it in.

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  Super Safe Ride - 2006 Buick Rendezvous
  By Chris - December 7 - 6:43 pm

  Super stable, rides on rails. Wife just rolled it upside down into a pine tree after hydroplaing in snow melt. Though totaled out, frame absorbed entire impact and vehicle crumpled in right places to absorbe roll-over. We have a duplicate on hold pending insurance payout. Like previous comments, it may start out as wifes car, but it will grow on you.

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  It grew on me - 2006 Buick Rendezvous
  By Eddie - September 6 - 4:07 am

  When I first saw this vehicle I wasnt quite sure what to make of it. Was it a minivan or an SUV and it screamed soccor mom. Im a 43 year old single dad and like to think Im still a little cool. However after driving it, I was sold! Handles well, good pick up, loaded with interior compartments, decent stock stereo, lots of room and very comfortable. The end result, I love it!

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  06 Rendezvous - 2006 Buick Rendezvous
  By Cathy - June 30 - 10:34 pm

  The Rendezvous has been a great family car. Its only been in the garage for normal maintenance. Great advantages from both an SUV and vans standpoints. It has 60000 miles now and still nothing major with it.

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  Good SUV, best in its class - 2006 Buick Rendezvous
  By Rendezvous driver - May 13 - 4:01 pm

  I hated it when I bought it, its more of a woman car, so I gave it to my wife and she loves it. Then I started driving it and Im actually liking it. I bought it 2 years ago and now ~42k on it. Had a deer accident going 70 mph. I thank god to be driving a Rendezvous, very well maintained, very stable, the deer was split in half. Went to the shop for 2-3 months, came back never the same car. But I can tell you, its very reliable. After the accident the fuel economy became poor average 20 mpg, I used to avg 23 - 24. But Im pleased with it. Very spacious and comfortable. Im 300 lbs and 6,1" but it would be better to have a lot more driver leg space. Back sensor excellent

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  Nice Vehicle For Price - 2006 Buick Rendezvous
  By TOM D - November 9 - 1:29 pm

  Nice vehicle for price. Smooth, quiet. Adequate power for everday driving, plus uses only regular fuel.

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  2006 CXL 3.6 VVT - 2006 Buick Rendezvous
  By barb9 - March 22 - 12:57 pm

  This is the Rendezvous Buick should of had when staring the RDV line. I purposely sought out to buy the Rendezvous with the 3.5 engine when I heard about it. I previously owned a 2002 CX 3.4 that was slightly underpowered at times when you needed power, but got good gas mileage. This 3.5 engine gives me better mileage and lots of power. Unfortunately to buy this model requires buying all the bells and whistles. A small trade off for a wonderful engine. Have owned it for almost a year and nothing wrong with it (unlike my 2002). Up to 2006, the Rendezvous had the biggest cargo room of any midsize SUV/CUV and tied for top spot in fuel efficiency. Too bad they are ending the Rendezvous, I would buy another (3rd) one!

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  2006 Rendezvous - 2006 Buick Rendezvous
  By Brian - March 1 - 1:54 pm

  Very nice vehicle! I traded in a Chevy Trailblazer for the Buick to improve fuel economy and have been pleasantly suprised on how much cargo space this vehicle has! The vehicle has great power around town and the high seating position offers great visability for driving. The fit and finish on the vehicle is very good but I am very disappointed about the lack of space for tall drivers. I am 64 and although there is sufficient headroom, the legroom is much less than the Trailblazer and the drivers side door sticks to far in and hits my left leg. I also hit the parking brake with my leg as I enter and exit the vehicle. What I would give for a split bench seat!

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  2006 Buick Rendezvous - 2006 Buick Rendezvous
  By DMD - August 31 - 10:40 pm

  I have owned my 2006 Rendezvous that I purchased used for almost 5 months. In short, I love this car. It is very quiet, smooth, has reasonable power, and has reasonable gas mileage. It is flawless with its fit and finish, and its quality of components is also very good.