2004 Buick Rainier for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 14.7 to 15.7 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 14.7 to 15.7 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2004 Buick Rainier for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2004 Buick Rainier specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4.2L 6-cylinder | 4.2L 6-cylinder | 5.3L 8-cylinder | 5.3L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 16.8 L/100 km | 16.8 L/100 km | 16.8 L/100 km | 18.1 L/100 km |
| Highway | 12.4 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 14.7 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 345 g/km | 345 g/km | 345 g/km | 368 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $22.79 | $22.79 | $22.79 | $24.34 |
2004 Buick Rainier: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 4.2 L | 4.2 L | 5.3 L | 5.3 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 14 | 14 | 14 | 13 |
| MPG highway (US) | 19 | 19 | 18 | 17 |
| MPG combined (US) | 16 | 16 | 16 | 15 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 19 | 19 | 19 | 18 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,200 | US$4,200 | US$4,200 | US$4,450 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $4,558 | $4,558 | $4,558 | $4,868 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2004 Buick Rainier
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 158 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (84), exterior lighting (21) and power train (15). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05V198000 | 2005-05-05 | exterior lighting:turn signal | ON CERTAIN TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE DRIVER WISHING TO SIGNAL A TURN BY MOVING THE DIRECTIONAL SIGNAL LEVER, (UP OR DOWN) MAY CAUSE THE FRONT MARKER/TURN LIGHTS AND REAR TURN LIGHTS TO FLASH IN A MANNER SIMILAR TO HAZARD WARNING, RATHER THAN FLASHING ON THE DESIRED SIDE ONLY. |
| 04V527000 | 2004-11-01 | exterior lighting:brake lights | ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, VIBRATION AND HEAT MAY CAUSE THE TAIL LAMP/STOP LAMP BULB TO LOOSEN IN ITS SOCKET. IF THIS OCCURS, THE BULB MAY FLICKER AND EVENTUALLY BECOME INOPERATIVE. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2004 Buick Rainier: before you buy
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 2004 Buick Rainier for sale by us right now. Here is what to know about the 2004 Buick Rainier before buying one.
Before you sign for the Rainier
A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay.
What the specs mean
The 4.2L 6-cylinder with all-wheel drive is the powertrain to look at. It runs on regular gas. All-wheel drive helps when pulling away on snow; braking and steering still depend on the tires.
At 14.7 L/100 km combined, a 300 km drive takes roughly 44 litres of fuel. At our price setting, it costs about $22.79 to drive 100 km. The EPA estimates US$4,200 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Best uses
Families, skiers and anyone with bulky luggage. Its all-wheel drive suits winter roads and trips to ski country.
Inside and out
An SUV body means more headroom and a taller cargo opening than a car of the same length.
Drive it on your own roads
Drive the Rainier on your commute before you commit to it. A week with the Rainier answers more than any brochure. Rent first, buy later: a week with the Rainier answers the big questions.
Year and trim
Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it.
What it costs to run
The EPA estimates US$4,200 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel.
Questions first?
Questions about trying a car first? Ask in your request.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2004 Buick Rainier from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2004 Buick Rainier for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2004 Buick Rainier
Does CarmaCars sell the 2004 Buick Rainier?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2004 Buick Rainier before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2004 Buick Rainier have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2004 Buick Rainier cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$4,200 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $4558.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.