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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    Air Vents
    Use the louvers located on the air vents to change the direction of the airflow. To open the vent, move the thumbwheel to . To close the vent, move the thumbwheel to . For vehicles with eAss ...

    Audio Steering Wheel Controls
    If your vehicle has this feature, some audio functions can be adjusted at the steering wheel. They include the following: (OnStar®/Mute): If your vehicle has OnStar, press this button to i ...

    Finish Care
    Occasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. Approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer/retailer. If the ...