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2007 Buick Rendezvous

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2007 Buick Rendezvous Review

By KBB.com Editors

The Rendezvous is Buick's crossover SUV, but in truth it's more minivan than rugged off-road vehicle. Although the Rendezvous' unusual exterior design is intended to conceal its minivan origins, it's hard not to notice the low step-in height and tall roof. These same exterior dimensions, however, make for a truly spacious interior, including a usable third-row seat capable of comfortably accommodating two adults. The Rendezvous line has been paired down to just two trim levels this year, prompting the loss of the all-wheel-drive model and the larger 3.6-liter V6 engine. Still, the front-wheel-drive layout performs well in snow and the Rendezvous' long list of appealing features and quasi-SUV image make a good choice for parents seeking to avoid the stigma associated with driving a minivan.

You'll Like This Car If...

If you need a vehicle similar to a minivan, but you don't want the image that goes along with it, the Rendezvous makes a comfortable and stylish alternative.

You May Not Like This Car If...

The Rendezvous' styling may be too upright for some tastes and it does not have the rugged exterior of a Sport Utility Vehicle, nor is it as sporty as some of its competitors. Side-curtain airbags are not available and you can't order the power moonroof and DVD entertainment systems together.

What's Significant About This Car?

The Plus models are shown the door, as is the all-wheel-drive option and the 3.6-liter engine. The CX model receives more standard content for 2007, including four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes (ABS).

Driving the Rendezvous

Driving Impressions The Rendezvous gets a big boost in power with the addition of a 3.5-liter V6. This new engine sees improvements in low-end torque and fuel economy over the old 3.4-liter...

V6.
On the road, the Rendezvous demonstrates brisk acceleration with good pulling power for passing and merging. Even with the added horsepower, the Rendezvous manages a very respectable 26 miles per gallon in highway driving. The Rendezvous' steering feel is firm, though the suspension is a bit soft, especially when pressed hard into a curve—although few of its owners are likely to do that. Brake feel is excellent and the front-wheel drive displays a sure-footedness in snow that no rear-wheel-drive SUV can match.

Favorite Features

Ultrasonic Rear Park Assist
The standard Ultrasonic Rear Park Assist (CXL) helps you avoid costly bumper dings—or worse.

Center Console
The ingenious center console offers a place for just about every item you'll need for work or play.

2007 Buick Rendezvous Details

Interior

Available leather seating with suede inserts cradles occupants in complete comfort. Seating is generous, with room for up to seven people. Unlike many SUVs, the Rendezvous' third-row seat can actually fit two adults, though there is little room left for cargo when in place. A brilliant center console design features compartments to store everything from loose change to a small laptop. A unique option in this class is the Head-Up Display, which projects speed, audio settings, fuel gauge and engine temperature onto the windshield's lower corner.

Exterior

The Rendezvous has a tall profile, making for good visibility from the driver's seat. Its short nose and boxy rear are somewhat disguised by Buick's styling treatment that includes wrap-over headlamps and a long, trailing line that sweeps down the C-pillar on past the belt-line to form the edge of the tail lamps. The large rear flip-up hatch makes it easy to load large items and a number of roof-rack options (including a hard cargo carrier) allow one to carry everything from bikes to kayaks.

Notable Equipment

Standard Equipment

The Rendezvous features remote keyless entry, four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes (ABS), air conditioning, power windows, power locks, rear defroster, AM/FM stereo with CD, dual power mirrors, leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel and cloth bucket seats. The CXL adds dual-zone automatic air conditioning, power driver's seat, traction control, rear audio controls, front side-impact airbags, leather seating, 17-inch aluminum wheels, garage door opener and a wood and leather-wrapped steering wheel with touch controls.

Optional Equipment

Options include a touch-screen navigation display built into the audio head unit, power moonroof, XM Satellite Radio, rear-seat DVD entertainment center and a trailer package (includes automatic leveling, auxiliary air compressor outlet, heavy-duty engine cooling and trailer wiring harness).

Under the Hood

The Rendezvous' 3.5-liter V6 may not have the most horsepower in its class, but its ample low-end torque is more than adequate for passing and quick off-the-line acceleration. The 3.5-liter engine can be a bit loud at full throttle, but not annoyingly so. Fuel economy figures in the high twenties should come as welcome relief to families struggling with large fuel bills.

3.5-liter V6
196 horsepower @ 5600 rpm
215 lb.-ft. of torque @ 4000 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 19/26

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2007 Buick Rendezvous Consumer Reviews

Overall Rating

7.6

Out of 10

Based on 616 Ratings for the 2002 - 2007 models.

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Value

7.9/10

Quality

8.0/10
Reliability

8.1/10

Performance

8.0/10
Comfort

8.6/10

Styling

8.3/10

good vehical overall the first 3 years

By gentle (OH) on Sunday, May 05, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 104,000

10 8.0

overall rating 8 of 10rating details

Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 8/10
Value: 8/10
Reliability: 5/10
Quality: 5/10
Performance: 8/10
Styling: 9/10
Comfort: 9/10

Pros: "price good' comfortable, buicks rep."

Cons: "headgasket trouble"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 6

"I loved this SUV it rides qiuiet and comfy and very roomy, I have a handicapped daughter and it carries her wheelchairs' and equipment easily with froom left over for the rest of the family. Worked well first 3 yrs however the AWD kept going out as well as all bearings needed replaced. In year 4 head gasket then again both head gaskets beginning of yr. 6. I kept it to make up for the money I put in for these bog repairs then had to have the engine repaired last summer, the AWD is out again as I write. fI have friends who also own this SUVad have not had the trouble, I would have bought another but not after all this. Looking for reliable vehicle that is somewhat gas efficient with AWD by the end of summer I used to swear by Buick not sure now."

3 people out of 3 found this review helpful

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Excellent Condition

By GAIRY38 (ND) on Saturday, April 20, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 102,654

10 10.0

overall rating 10 of 10rating details

Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 10/10
Value: 9/10
Reliability: 10/10
Quality: 8/10
Performance: 10/10
Styling: 9/10
Comfort: 9/10

Pros: "The price is right"

Cons: "all cupholders still intact."

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"This car is very in very good good condition,very clean,tires are still new,Onstar Satelite radio installed,very good gas mileage,works awesome,I have no complaints."

2 people out of 2 found this review helpful

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BEST I EVER DROVE

By KNYT (OH) on Wednesday, April 17, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 68,000

10 10.0

overall rating 10 of 10rating details

Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 10/10
Value: 9/10
Reliability: 10/10
Quality: 10/10
Performance: 10/10
Styling: 10/10
Comfort: 10/10

Pros: "RIDE WELL AND COMFORTABLE"

Cons: "HAVE EVERTHING FOR MY CONVEINCE"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I HAVE BEEN IN SO MANY SUV'S AND TRUCKS. AND I HAVE MY BEST RIDE AND COMFORT IN MY RENDEVOUS..I KEPT IT IN VERY GOOD SHAPE AND IT RIDES EXTREMLY WELL..AND I GET GOOD GAS MILEAGE. I HOPE THIS VEHICLE WILL NEVER GO DOWN. IT WON'T AND ALSO THERE IS PLENTY OF ROOM AND I LOVE IT!!!."

2 people out of 2 found this review helpful

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Satisfied with reliability-overall a good vehicle

By Momster (IL) on Monday, April 15, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 120,000

10 7.0

overall rating 7 of 10rating details

Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 7/10
Value: 9/10
Reliability: 10/10
Quality: 9/10
Performance: 7/10
Styling: 8/10
Comfort: 7/10

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 8

"I bought my 2006 Buick Rendevous in September 2010 after my minivan was totaled in a wreck. I knew I didn't want another minivan as our children were all grown so the Rendevous seemed to be a good option for us. My only complaints (and they're not major problems):back hatch is very heavy so I'd prefer the auto lift feature, back seat is hard to get into, the overall ride is a little bumpy and the mpg is only 19 on average. A great ride for 4 people, cramped for 5 or more."

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