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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Center Console Storage
The armrest is adjustable, lift the lever to move it forward or rearward.
The armrest must be in the rearward position to open it. Lift the lever and then
lift up on the armrest to access the s ...
Cigarette Lighter
For vehicles with a cigarette lighter, it is located on the instrument panel
below the climate control system.
To activate the cigarette lighter, push it into the heating element and let go.
When ...
Where to Put the Restraint
According to accident statistics,
children and infants are safer when
properly restrained in a child
restraint system or infant restraint
system secured in a rear seating
position.
We recom ...