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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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 ...
Express-Down Window
This feature is on the front windows. Press the switch to
the second position to activate the express-down feature.
To stop the window as it is lowering, press down briefly
on the switch again. ...
Cruising, Turning & Stopping
Ride comfort is still king at Buick, and it's a formula GM shouldn't change.
The LaCrosse leaves manhole covers and steel plates behind with the sort of
measured wump that you'll notice but won't ...