2005 Buick Rendezvous Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

18 -19 City / 24 -27 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

185 -245

Seats

5 -7

Positive Owner Reviews

Stephanie A

That it's just an efficient mode of transportation - doesn't matter what it looks like.

It's a great SUV that does the job getting me where I need to go. Has a lot of miles and significant hail dents, but the car works great.

Reannon N

There is a lot of room for your entire family, but not alot of too for bags.

I love that my car has enough room to fit my family in. I do hate my car is having so many mechanical problems.

Annabelle V

It's affordable and spacious

Because we all fit there and it's spacious enough for us

Melisss C

It's amazing. Fuel efficiency. Great small family car

I love the speed on the windshield . I love the backup sensor . I love the spaciousness

Alexis S

This is absolutely my favorite car!

My Buick fits like a glove! My favorite feature is the large mirrors. My kids find comfort in our car, it is really our second home. I couldn't imagine driving anything else. Easy to repair and continues to run like it's brand new. Perfect for my family of 4 and our dogs.

Amber H

2005 Buick Rendezvous Runs Great

I had to replace the head gasket. Moon roof is now leaking as well. Other than that, the vehicle drives so nice. Plenty of room for kids and cargo. Perfect for trips. I did see that head gasket issues seem to be a common problem with them, but for being an older vehicle and having so many miles, maintenance and repairs are to be expected.

Michelle F

Spacious reliable family vehicle

It's been a reliable car. 200,000 miles and no major problems. Good gas mileage drives smooth. Everything still works on it. Never broke down in 15 years we have had it. Great family car very spacious nice size trunk. Lots of room for extra kids good leg space

Marty J

Nice style, but not so good on the gas at all!!

The only thing I don't like about my car is that it has no Bluetooth. The brakes are very sensitive, the shocks are not all that great, the lighting inside the car is very bad , very bad!! The tuneups are very expensive too!! The sensors are so sensitive , and touchy I love the space it's very roomy nice all in all it's a awesome ride.

Negative Owner Reviews

Wanda K

The car that should never have been marketed! Consumer beware.

This car has been one problem after another. The biggest issue currently is a failing transmission. The third row seat is a complete waste - no leg room and have to get in through the trunk.

Mattie V

It has lasted over 230,000 miles driving both highway and country

1. Comfort and great features (back up warning, heated seats, remote start, digital speedometer on window) 2. Uses way too much gas (typical SUV) 3. Gauges no longer work properly 4. Computer malfunctions

Beth F

Many issues, but overall fairly reliable

Transmission has been going bad even after having the transmission fluid flushed. We are currently having issues with starting the car. The windows, both in the front and back, on the drivers side do not roll down or get stuck when they roll down. The outlets do not work for chargers or lighters.

MRS N

It has safety issues with the drivetrain that may cause serious consequences if you do not pay close attention while driving. If you do not have a lot of money, do not purchase this vehicle used.

There are many issues with this vehicle. There are many mechanical malfunctions that cost too much to repair. These malfunctions in my opinion are defects that Buick has swept under the desk.

Frida V

Good work car. . Very dependable. Starts right up.

Good running car. Strong motor; been to Myrtle beach and back 4 times. Been to Logan, WV several times. Daily driver. It constantly on the go. Have put several new parts on it. Alternator. Brakes. Rotors. Wheel bearings. Water pump. Fuel pump. Hoses. Belts. Battery. New tires.

Cassie N

It's not very reliable unless it is for short distances.

I like that it fits my family and their needs. I don't like the fact I have issue with it overheating if I have to run errands or want to go out of the county or even in the northern part of my county.

Linda s

The tailgate is extremely heavy and very difficult to close.

The vehicle is getting old, having led a rough life here in the country where I live in a remote area accessible only by rutty dirt road. It has held up ok but the speedometer no longer works so I never know how fast I am going, but that is specific to this particular car. In general, my one main complaint about this model is that the tailgate is extremely heavy and very difficult for me to close. If the car is at a certain angle I cannot reach it to close it. Otherwise it has been a relatively reliable vehicle for the 11 years I have owned it.

Susan S

The good and bad of the Buick.

It has had differential problems since I have had it and the Chevy dealer would not fix it under warranty. It has also had a problem with connectors for the all wheel drive / anti-lock brake system. The car is comfortable and drives nicely. There is plenty of room and the looks are pretty good.

Buick Rendezvous Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

4dr FWD

185-245 HP 22-22 MPG 5-7 Seats

4dr AWD

185-245 HP 21-21 MPG 5-7 Seats

Photos may not match model

2005 Buick Rendezvous Owner Reviews

3.79

61 Reviews

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5 stars

28%

4 stars

34%

3 stars

28%

2 stars

1 star

George B on March 14, 2021

Great brakes, not tippy around sharp corners and great seat belts.

Sits high, rides smooth, corners easy not jerky, nice head room, seats are comfortable, good gas mileage, good distance sensors, horn hard to honk. Signal controls don't make enough sound to hear while on.

Elaine B on March 10, 2021

Good on gas mileage, cert easy driving car.

Needs tires, drives nice, has enough room in the back, used car, does not have air condition, good on gas, I like the color.

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Pros from Owners

Ann N.

So fun to drive! Handles great. Can fit 7 people fairly comfortably with 3rd row seating. Has a great sound system. Seats are easy to lay down to have more room in the back for bigger loads. Good traction and steering.

Jaynee E.

Lots of room, leather seats, good gas mileage, comfortable ride, love the body style, engine is strong and quiet, maintenance has been pretty easy so far. Drove to CA twice (20 hrs.) And solid ride round trip.

Megan C.

I like the how there is a decent amount of passenger space in the back. There is enough leg and headspace for my passengers to get in and out of the vehicle comfortably. There is also a great deal of trunk space in the back.

Ginna W.

It should have a backup camera as well as safety devices. I'd would also look for GPS as well as front wheel drive. Better mileage possibly a hybrid. Less carbon footprint good for the environment.

Ann N.

I love the room I have. Can seat 7 people when more fuller size SUV seat less. Fun to drive handles great. At 15 years old I am currently having to replace much of my front suspension and brake lines.

Cons from Owners

Ann N.

Well at the moment I need to have all of my brake lines replaced and that has become a nightmare. Fixed one and then another broke. But it is 15 years old. Also much of the clear coat on the top of the vehicle is peeling away.

Jaynee E.

At this time I know I have some serious maintenance coming with shocks, transmission, and overall details of the upkeep. Currently there is only 66,000 miles and I am the second owner. Finding a good mechanic is probably the biggest challenge.

Megan C.

I personally have had a lot of issues with my vehicle. My check engine light has always been sending codes even though I have just gotten it fixed. I would also pick in the future a more fuel efficient car.

Ginna W.

Price, carbon footprint. Age in finding a reasonable way to fix issues. Gas mileage is up and down, sometimes overheat. And the battery hold down breaks easily. Other than that there are not that many cons. I love my present car, but would look to upgrade when I get a new one.

Ann N.

At 15 years old I have had to replace my front suspension and all my brake lines. Clear coat is peeling off of top of vehicle. Little to no rust. It has been a challenge at times for my husband to do work on it because you have to take off many parts to replace others.

Ranks #16 Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2005 Buick Rendezvous has an average owner rating of 3.80 out of 5 which ranks it #16 of 17 other Midsize SUVs.

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2005 Buick Rendezvous

3.79

Ranks #1 Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2005 Buick Rendezvous has a combined MPG of 26 which ranks it #1 of 17 other Midsize SUVs.

2005 Buick Rendezvous

26 MPG

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24 MPG

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Is The 2005 Buick Rendezvous A Good Car?

Yes. It is very dependable. It always starts when needed. It is very good for long trips on the highway as it gets very good highway mileage and has plenty of room for items needed for the trip. Also,... Read More

Tracy W.

I have had this vehicle for five years now and most of the time I have had just maintenance performed on it. Yes! It is a solid, dependable and reliable car as long as it is properly maintained (I.E.,... Read More

Cheryl S.

Yes it's a great vehicle. It runs good with a lot of room. No problems but something minor. I can't drive it but everybody else does and I ride in it

Kirsten G.

Absolutely. It is very solidly built with a great suspension, making for a very smooth and quiet ride. The body style was very progressive for its time and still looks great on the road next to more... Read More

Marie A.

How Reliable Is The 2005 Buick Rendezvous?

Yes, it starts well when needed. It does, although, seem to have a problem with the transmission slipping.

Tracy W.

Yes, my car is very reliable. I got it used so a head was blown but I replaced it for a reasonable amount of money and since then it has usually been regular upkeep; oil, antifreeze, gas... Read More

Cheryl S.

For the most part, it is quite reliable, and after 14 years of driving it still gets me anywhere I want to go, including several trips per month of over 300 miles. Due to the age, I'm seeing some... Read More

Christina F.

Is The 2005 Buick Rendezvous A Good Value?

Average cost for this vehicle is around $3,500.00. I would say that this is a good value for this vehicle.

Tracy W.

I bought it used for $8000 and yes, it is a very good value. Had it for five years now and the mileage is at 120,000 plus.

Cheryl S.

We bought it for 2200 and for that price yes it was very good value because those cars aren't usually cheap

Sandra N.

They cost anywhere from $3500-$5500 depending on features and mileage. It’s a decent value, as most are showing no signs of rust, and are very smooth rides, and decent gas mileage.

Ryan L.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2005 Buick Rendezvous transmission fluid capacity?

Answer: The 2005 Buick Rendezvous transmission fluid capacity iS4.5 quarts. The transmission is one of the most critical parts of the vehicle. You will face issues at some point. You could experience shudders. Hard...

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Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Rollover

Not Rated

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Not Rated

Roof Strength

Not Rated

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety