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2005 Buick Rendezvous Overview

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Trims

CX
Avg. Price: $8,225
CX AWD
Avg. Price: $7,584
CXL
Avg. Price: $8,549
CXL AWD
Avg. Price: $8,509
Ultra
Avg. Price: $9,088
Ultra AWD
Avg. Price: $10,245

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Average User Score

4.15 stars

Based on 7 reviews

Best Midsize Suv With Looks And Functionality. by Beverly
 — I liked the quick acceleration and how the car handled. It was fun to drive. Lots of good visibility. I especially like that you rode high, but didn't need running boards to get in the car. I'm always... Read More
My Favorite Car by Diane
 — I love that it's a big car, with seating for 8 and very comfortable. It also gets decent gas mileage for a car this size. I'm very disappointed that Buick does not make this anymore. Read More
Big, Fast, Easy To Drive by Johan
 — Big, Fast, Easy to drive. You are sitting very high. I rented this one, when i was roadtriped in florida 2005 Read More

2005 Buick Rendezvous Overview

Overall User Score

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Based on 7 reviews

2005 Buick Rendezvous

A crossover SUV that takes favorite features from a wide range of vehicles (cars, minivans, SUVs), the 2005 Buick Rendezvous offers the versatility of two or three rows of seats and lots of storage room without the feel of driving a big SUV.
The 2005 Rendezvous comes in three trims -- base CX, CXL, and Ultra.  New for 2005, the Ultra is now available in front-wheel drive, meaning all trims come with either front-wheel or all-wheel drive.  The CX and CXL are powered by a 3.4-liter, 185-hp V6, while the Ultra features a 3.6-liter, 245-hp V6.  In the 2005 Rendezvous, this engine is now an option for the CXL.  Other additions this year include new standard 17-inch tires, wood trim in the CXL, an optional sunroof for the CX, and a passenger sensing airbag deploying system in the front seat.  ABS brakes, OnStar, front side airbags are standard on all but the 2WD CX.  
The 2005 Rendezvous has two rows of seats, but the CXL and above models can add an optional third row, which also folds when you need more trunk space.  This third row, though, is very cramped and only suitable for small children or pets.  The second row bench in all models slides back and forth to adjust for legroom or extra cargo room.  As you move up the line, you get a lot of standard luxury items and safety features such as parking assist and the heads-up display.
While it's not particularly speedy, the 2005 Rendezvous is fun to drive and handles easily, more like a car than an SUV.  It has unique looks that appeal to most owners, who also love the long list of standard features.  Large mirrors offer good visibility.  Downsides include lousy gas mileage, the cramped third row, and a rear tailgate that's hard to pull down.  

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Cost $7,955 Average Instant Market Value $9,238 Average Instant Market Value $8,607 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 24 23 27
Horsepower 185 185 153
Crash Test Rating 3 5 4
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 18.1 32.2 29.3
Front Leg Room (inches) 40.5 41.2 41.6

Buick Rendezvous Questions

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Anyone Else Have Transmission Problems At About 100,000 Miles?

At around 95,000 - 100,000 the transmission started to go. It is the third gear that is faulty. It has yet to be repaired since it still moves. Would you recommend waiting for it to quit and fix it or...

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Where Do The Brake Fulid Goes

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Can I Add A Third Row To My 2005 Buick Rendezvous And If So Where Can I Fin...

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Location Of The Knock Sensor On The '05 Buick Rendezvous

need help locating the knock sensor on the engine?

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