2006 Buick Rainier
| MSRP: | $30,580 - $32,580 |
| Invoice: | $28,592 - $30,462 |
| Total: | 3 reviews |
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| Excellent | 2 reviews | |
| Very Good | 1 reviews | |
| Average | 0 reviews | |
| Poor | 0 reviews | |
| Terrible | 0 reviews |
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Aside from some standard chrome trimmings on the door handles and roof rails, changes to the 2006 Buick Rainier focused on safety and fuel economy. New in 2006 is Stabilitrak traction and antiskid system. Also new is Active Fuel Management in the V8, which basically shuts down four of the eight cylinders at highway cruising speeds in order to save on gas consumption.
The truck-based SUV Rainier comes in only one CXL trim that is offered in either rear-wheel or all-wheel drive. A 4.2-liter, 191-hp V6 is standard, but for more grunt and towing capacity, you can upgrade to a 5.3-liter, 302-hp V8. Both engines come only with a 4-speed automatic transmission. Though sharing a platform and look with the Envoy and Trailblazer, the 2006 Rainier is only available with two rows of seats. There is no extended cab. The rear seats do fold 60/40 to expand on a nice-sized cargo hold. ABS brakes, leather seats, OnStar, and dual-zone climate control are just a few of the standard features. Heated seats, a navigation system, and a DVD player can be added.
Most owners are surprised, but very pleased with how many standard features come with the 2007 Rainier. It has a lot of room, and the overall ride is very smooth and quiet, considering this is a truck-based SUV. The V8 hauling power gets high ratings. Some have had numerous repair problems already with the Rainier, but the biggest complaints seem to be a need for an updated transmission and the option of three rows of seating.
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| Excellent | 2 reviews | |
| Very Good | 1 reviews | |
| Average | 0 reviews | |
| Poor | 0 reviews | |
| Terrible | 0 reviews |
“Wide Bodied Sexy Beast”
This is got to be the greatest car for the BIG car enthusiast. It's overall size out does all other 4x4 or SUV's on the market at that time. It has a great quiet erall evride, on open roads without ... More
“I Have Never Grown Tired Of Driving This Vehicle, I'm Glad I Bought It.”
Has plenty of power, no major squeaks and ratlles after 2 and 1/2 years of ownership. The 4 year/50,000 mile warranty has kept me from being out anything other than routine oil changes, etc. I had th... More
“Recommend”
I purchased the Rainier because I needed a vehicle that had the hauling capabilities once in a while. 90% of the time, I use it for a daily driver. But on the weekends, I enjoy working in my yard an... More
“My Current Demo Vehicle...gonna Be Hard To Give Up!”
Drives great, comfortable, luxurious and practical. More
“Quiet”
Replaced Trailblazer LS. Much quieter,softer ride. Gas milage same. Steering seems a little stiffer. Nicely appointed. More
“V8 Has Plenty Of Power For Towing. Handles Great For A Suv.”
All leather interior with power/memory seats. Everything is power/automatic. Very comfortable ride for a family of 4. Little extras like the built in air compressor is great for inflating bike tire... More
“If I Could I Would Make-out With It!”
SWEET RIDE! comfortable! quiet interior. More
2006 Buick Rainier Trims
| MSRP: | $30,580 |
| Invoice: | $28,592 |
| MSRP: | $32,580 |
| Invoice: | $30,462 |
2006 Buick Rainier Articles from Around the Web
- research.cars.com — Buick added a second sport utility vehicle dubbed Rainier to its lineup for 2004. More
- autos.msn.com — Very Smooth and Quiet SUV! (11 more reviews on MSN Autos). More
- www.edmunds.com — JD Powers quality ratings for the 2006 Buick Rainier... More
- www.edmunds.com — Edmunds Editorial Ratings for the 2006 Buick Rainier... More
- www.edmunds.com — I love my Rainier. (21 more reviews available)... More
- www.edmunds.com — Stability control is now standard, and a locking rear differential is newly optional. More
- autos.yahoo.com — Safety features and ratings for the 2006 Buick Rainier CXL AWD... More
- autos.yahoo.com — This one is my best so far...11 owner reviews of the 2006 Buick Rainier CXL AWD... More
- www.edmunds.com — My "BIG" SUV...23 owner reviews of the 2006 Buick Rainier CXL AWD... More
- consumerguideauto.howstuffworks.com — Road test results for the 2006 Buick Rainier CXL AWD... More
- autos.msn.com — Love My ride...11 owner reviews of the 2006 Buick Rainier CXL AWD... More
- autos.yahoo.com — Safety features and ratings for the 2006 Buick Rainier CXL... More
- www.edmunds.com — Everything I Need...12 owner reviews of the 2006 Buick Rainier CXL... More
- autos.yahoo.com — Great ride...6 owner reviews of the 2006 Buick Rainier CXL... More
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