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2007 Buick Rendezvous Full Review
Date Published: 3/26/08
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2007 Buick Rendezvous Review
Rendezvous loses its optional V6 engine and available all-wheel drive for 2007, which Buick says is this vehicle's final model year. This SUV shares a basic platform with Buick's Terraza minivan. Rendezvous seats five with a standard three-place 2nd-row split bench seat that slides fore and aft. A two-passenger 3rd-row seat is optional, as are twin bucket seats to replace the 2nd-row bench. Rendezvous has front-wheel drive with available traction control. A 195-hp 3.5-liter V6 and 4-speed automatic transmission comprise the sole drivetrain; an optional 242-hp 3.6 V6 has been dropped. ABS, rear obstacle detection, and OnStar assistance are standard. Front side airbags are available. No curtain side airbags are offered.
Competition
Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Larger than Compact SUVs, Midsize SUVs offer a mix of car- and truck-type construction, V6 and V8 power, and up to eight-passenger seating. This class also includes crossover vehicles.
Our Best Buy choice is the Honda Pilot. Our Recommended picks are the Ford Explorer, Ford Freestyle, Mazda CX-7, Nissan Murano, and Toyota Highlander.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Dodge Nitro, Ford Edge, GMC Acadia, Hyundai Santa Fe, Mazda CX-7, Mazda CX-9, Saturn Outlook, Suzuki XL-7, and Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Our Best Buy choice is the Honda Pilot. Our Recommended picks are the Ford Explorer, Ford Freestyle, Mazda CX-7, Nissan Murano, and Toyota Highlander.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Dodge Nitro, Ford Edge, GMC Acadia, Hyundai Santa Fe, Mazda CX-7, Mazda CX-9, Saturn Outlook, Suzuki XL-7, and Toyota FJ Cruiser.
News
Buick's version of the late Pontiac Aztec is stepping aside for the 2008 Enclave, a new and larger crossover wagon due later this year. Enclave is the third iteration of GM's new Lambda platform, following the 2007 Saturn Outlook and '08 GMC Acadia. It uses a 3.6-liter V6 and 6-speed automatic transmission in concert with front-wheel and all-wheel drive. Also standard are three-row seating, antilock brakes, antiskid/traction control, and front and curtain side airbags.
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2007 Buick Rendezvous Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Interior storage space | Acceleration |
| Passenger and cargo room | Steering/handling |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
Adequate, though pales in comparison to best of intended competitors. Cooperative transmission operates smoothly.
| CXL | Class Average |
| 4 | 5.2 |
Adequate, though pales in comparison to best of intended competitors. Cooperative transmission operates smoothly.
Fuel Economy
No opportunity to measure. Buick recommends regular-grade fuel for Rendezvous.
| CXL | Class Average |
| 5 | 4 |
No opportunity to measure. Buick recommends regular-grade fuel for Rendezvous.
Ride Quality
Fair bump absorption, but body rocks, sways on uneven surfaces, inducing undue floating and residual motions. Stable on smooth highways, but washboard surfaces trigger jiggly wheel patter.
| CXL | Class Average |
| 4 | 5.5 |
Fair bump absorption, but body rocks, sways on uneven surfaces, inducing undue floating and residual motions. Stable on smooth highways, but washboard surfaces trigger jiggly wheel patter.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Early onset of body lean, modest tire grip, and mediocre steering feel. Stopping power adequate but pedal feel is spongy. Fast takeoffs caused torque steer--unwanted pulling to the side.
| CXL | Class Average |
| 3 | 4.5 |
Early onset of body lean, modest tire grip, and mediocre steering feel. Stopping power adequate but pedal feel is spongy. Fast takeoffs caused torque steer--unwanted pulling to the side.
Quietness
Prominent coarse-surface tire roar, average wind-noise suppression. Some testers complained of a subtle, high-pitched whistle from dashboard area in one model tested.
| CXL | Class Average |
| 5 | 5.6 |
Prominent coarse-surface tire roar, average wind-noise suppression. Some testers complained of a subtle, high-pitched whistle from dashboard area in one model tested.
Controls
Mostly well laid out, but some dashboard markings hard to read. Interior decor attractive and balances some hard plastic sections with soft-touch surfaces. GM's navigation/audio system a relatively easy-to-use mating of map screen, navigation functions, and stereo controls.
| CXL | Class Average |
| 6 | 6.6 |
Mostly well laid out, but some dashboard markings hard to read. Interior decor attractive and balances some hard plastic sections with soft-touch surfaces. GM's navigation/audio system a relatively easy-to-use mating of map screen, navigation functions, and stereo controls.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Good space and easy entry/exit for adults, though head room isn't generous for those over 6 ft tall. Some testers complain of too-soft padding, lumpy contours. Visibility impeded by thick middle and rear roof pillars, is offset by large door mirrors.
| CXL | Class Average |
| 5 | 7 |
Good space and easy entry/exit for adults, though head room isn't generous for those over 6 ft tall. Some testers complain of too-soft padding, lumpy contours. Visibility impeded by thick middle and rear roof pillars, is offset by large door mirrors.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Toe, leg space tight for adults. Moving 2nd-row back leaves little knee space in 3rd row. Rear benches have little leg support. Available 2nd-row buckets don't tip/fold to help 3rd-row access. Doors open wide to ease entry/exit, but are long enough to crowd things in tight parking spaces.
| CXL | Class Average |
| 6 | 6.1 |
Toe, leg space tight for adults. Moving 2nd-row back leaves little knee space in 3rd row. Rear benches have little leg support. Available 2nd-row buckets don't tip/fold to help 3rd-row access. Doors open wide to ease entry/exit, but are long enough to crowd things in tight parking spaces.
Cargo Room
Many load-carrying options, but barely enough room for grocery bags behind 3rd-row seat. Lowering liftgate takes muscle. Ample small-item storage.
| CXL | Class Average |
| 9 | 8 |
Many load-carrying options, but barely enough room for grocery bags behind 3rd-row seat. Lowering liftgate takes muscle. Ample small-item storage.
Value within Class
Buick pitches Rendezvous as a lower-priced alternative to premium SUVs such as the Acura MDX and Lexus RX. Rendezvous falls well short of the polished moves and high-end ambience of those premium SUVs, and it comes only with front-wheel drive for 2007. Note that Buick says this will be the final model year for Rendezvous.
| CXL | Class Average |
| 3 | 5.9 |
Buick pitches Rendezvous as a lower-priced alternative to premium SUVs such as the Acura MDX and Lexus RX. Rendezvous falls well short of the polished moves and high-end ambience of those premium SUVs, and it comes only with front-wheel drive for 2007. Note that Buick says this will be the final model year for Rendezvous.
Total Score
| CXL | Class Average |
| 50 | 58.4 |
Scores for all Midsize Sport-utility Vehicles
| Low Score | 48 | |
| Average Score | 58 | |
| High Score | 69 |
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2007 Buick Rendezvous Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 11/17/2006
| Trim Name | Retail Price | Dealer Invoice | Destination Charge |
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| CX 4-door wagon | $25,190 | $23,553 | $735 |
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| CXL 4-door wagon | $28,765 | $26,895 | $735 |
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
There are no rebates or incentives at this time.
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
CX
Powertrain
3.5-liter V6 engine, 4-speed automatic transmission.
Safety
Dual front airbags, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, rear-obstacle-detection system, daytime running lights.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Air conditioning, OnStar assistance system w/one year service, power steering, tilt leather-wrapped steering wheel, cruise control, cloth upholstery, front bucket seats w/lumbar adjustment, center console, cupholders, 2nd-row adjustable and split folding seat, power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, AM/FM/CD player, digital clock, illuminated driver-side visor mirror, passenger-side visor mirror , map lights, variable-intermittent wipers, rear defogger, rear wiper/washer, automatic headlights, floormats.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Theft-deterrent system, fog lights, rear privacy glass, roof rails, 225/60R17 tires.
CXL adds to FWD:
Powertrain
Traction control.
Safety
Front side airbags, tire-pressure monitor.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Dual-zone automatic climate controls and rear climate controls, wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls, leather upholstery, 6-way power front seats, stowable 3rd-row seat, heated power mirrors, rear radio controls, trip computer, universal garage door opener, illuminated passenger-side visor mirror.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Alloy wheels.
Optional Equipment
Major Packages |
Retail Price |
Invoice Price |
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CX Luxury Pkg.
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CX
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$1,650
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$1,370
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Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls, 6-way power driver seat, stowable 3rd-row seat, woodgrain interior trim, alloy wheels.
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CXL Luxury Pkg.
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CXL
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$1,845
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$1,531
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Power sunroof, AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD changer, chrome alloy wheels.
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Trailer Tow Pkg.
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CX, CXL
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$405
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$336
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Heavy-duty engine cooling and alternator, air-inflator kit, load-leveling suspension, wiring harness.
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Powertrain |
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Traction control
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CX
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$275
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$228
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Includes tire-pressure monitor, driver information center w/trip computer.
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Safety |
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Front side airbags
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CX
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$350
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$291
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Comfort and Convenience Features |
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Navigation system
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CXL
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$2,145
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$1,780
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CXL w/Luxury Pkg.
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$1,750
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$1,453
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NA w/AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD changer.
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DVD entertainment system
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CXL
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$1,295
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$1,075
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NA w/power sunroof.
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AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD changer
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CXL
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$395
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$328
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Satellite radio
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CX, CXL
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$199
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$166
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Steering wheel radio controls
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CX
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$125
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$104
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Rear radio controls
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CX
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$105
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$87
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Head-up instrument display
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CXL
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$350
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$291
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Power sunroof
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CX, CXL
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$800
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$664
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CX requires universal garage door opener.
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Universal garage door opener
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CX
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$110
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$91
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Requires power sunroof.
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Heated front seats
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CXL
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$275
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$228
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Requires driver-seat and mirror memory.
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6-way power driver seat
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CX
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$275
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$228
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Driver-seat and mirror memory
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CXL
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$250
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$208
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Requires heated front seats.
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Stowable 3rd-row seat
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CX
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$525
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$436
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2nd-row captain chairs
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CX, CXL
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$395
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$328
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CX requires stowable 3rd-row seat.
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Leather/suede upholstery
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CXL
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$0
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$0
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Requires heated front seats, driver seat and mirror memory, 2nd-row captain chairs.
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Woodgrain interior trim
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CX
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$400
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$332
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Includes wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel. Requires steering-wheel radio controls.
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Dual-zone manual climate controls
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CX
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$100
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$83
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Cargo cover
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CX, CXL
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$30
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$25
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Cargo net
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CX, CXL
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$45
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$37
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Cargo mat
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CX
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$70
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$58
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NA w/3rd-row seat.
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Appearance and Miscellaneous |
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Engine-block heater
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CX, CXL
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$50
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$42
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2-tone paint
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CX, CXL
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$295
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$245
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Roof rack
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CX, CXL
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$175
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$145
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Cargo storage system
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CX
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$225
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$187
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Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires |
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Trailer hitch
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CX, CXL
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$337
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$280
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Requires Trailer Tow Pkg.
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Alloy wheels
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CX
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$325
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$270
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Chrome alloy wheels
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CXL
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$650
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$540
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2007 Buick Rendezvous Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Buick Rendezvous 4-door wagon |
| Wheelbase, in. | 112.2 |
| Overall Length, in. | 186.5 |
| Overall Width, in. | 73.6 |
| Overall Height, in. | 68.9 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 4250 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 108.9 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 18.0 |
| Seating Capacity | 7 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 40.9 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 40.5 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 40.1 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 39.0 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| ohv V6 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 3.5 /213 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 195 @ 5200 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 215 @ 4000 |
| Availability | Standard |
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EPA City / highway mpg
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| 4-speed automatic | 19/26 |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
Antilock Brakes
Traction Control
Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags
Curtain Side Airbags
Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Buick Rendezvous 4-door wagon |
| Front Impact, Driver | 3 |
| Front Impact, Passenger | 4 |
| Side Impact, Driver | 5 |
| Side Impact, Rear Passenger | 5 |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | 5/100,000 | -- |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 4/50,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 6/100,000 | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | 5/100,000 | -- |
| Free scheduled maintenance | None/-- | -- |
Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive.
There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two
other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for
2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any
on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts
and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.
Built in:
Mexico
Drivewheels:
front-wheel drive
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