Driving Impressions

Despite structural similarities to the wildly styled Pontiac Aztek, Buick's crossover model has a personality of its own. Automatic-transmission responses are quick and easy. Acceleration is good, if not exactly inspiring. The Rendezvous runs very quietly and offers plenty of versatile space. The gauges are notable in appearance, but they're not the easiest to read at a glance.

The Rendezvous delivers a generally soft ride, but its suspension hits some bumps rather hard. Handling is reasonably precise with good steering feel and feedback, very much like what drivers might expect from a minivan.

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    Contacting Roadside Assistance
    Roadside Assistance services are of no cost to you and available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Costs are only incurred in situations that exceed the limits of the program, some of which ar ...

    Adjusting the Volume
    Turn the VOL/ knob to adjust the volume of the infotainment system after the volume level has been set on the portable audio device. ...

    Side Blind Zone Alert System
    If equipped, this feature allows the Side Blind Zone Alert System feature to be turned on or off. Press SELECT when Side Blind Zone Alert System is highlighted. Turn the Menu knob to select On ...