Auto loans: 2006 Buick Rainier
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 13.8 to 14.7 L/100 km combined (EPA). 7 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 13.8 to 14.7 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 7
For sale
We do not have a 2006 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.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2006 Buick Rainier specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5.3L 8-cylinder | 4.2L 6-cylinder | 4.2L 6-cylinder | 5.3L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | All-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 | 16.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 11.8 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 13.8 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 325 g/km | 345 g/km | 345 g/km | 345 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $21.39 | $22.79 | $22.79 | $22.79 |
2006 Buick Rainier: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 5.3 L | 4.2 L | 4.2 L | 5.3 L |
| Cylinders | 8 | 6 | 6 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 |
| MPG highway (US) | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
| MPG combined (US) | 17 | 16 | 16 | 16 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 20 | 19 | 19 | 19 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,950 | US$4,200 | US$4,200 | US$4,200 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $4,278 | $4,558 | $4,558 | $4,558 |
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 2006 Buick Rainier
- NHTSA lists 7 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 91 complaints with NHTSA, most often about fuel system (33), electrical system (17) and exterior lighting (12). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15V599000 | 2015-09-24 | visibility:power window devices and controls | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 Buick Rainier, Chevrolet Trailblazer and GMC Envoy vehicles, and 2006 GMC Envoy XL and Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT vehicles. Fluid may enter into the driver's door master power window switch module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the... |
| 15V519000 | 2015-08-14 | exterior lighting:headlights | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, 2006-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2007 Buick Rainier, Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT, GMC Envoy XL, 2006-2008 Isuzu Ascender, and Saab 9-7x vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the headlamp driver module... |
| 14V404000 | 2014-07-02 | visibility:power window devices and controls | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 SAAB 9-7x; 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT and GMC Envoy XL; and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier and Isuzu Ascender vehicles. Fluid may enter the driver's door master power window switch module, causing corrosion that could... |
| 13V248000 | 2013-06-13 | visibility:power window devices and controls | General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 SAAB 9-7x; 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT and GMC Envoy XL; and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier and Isuzu Ascender vehicles. Fluid may enter the driver's door module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit... |
| 12V406000 | 2012-08-16 | visibility:power window devices and controls | General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT and GMC Envoy XL and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier, SAAB 9-7x, and Isuzu Ascender vehicles, originally sold or currently registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland,... |
| 05V552000 | 2005-12-07 | equipment:other:labels | CERTAIN TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SHIPPED WITH TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABELS LISTING AN INACCCURATE VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT. |
| 05V455000 | 2005-10-05 | steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections | CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A POWER STEERING HOSE THAT IS NOT TO SPECIFICATION. UNDER EXTREME STEERING MANEUVERS, SUCH AS TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL FULLY TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT WHILE BRAKING, THE HOSE MAY FRACTURE AND LEAK FLUID. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Auto loans: the 2006 Buick Rainier
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2006 Buick Rainier for sale by us right now. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. This page puts the 2006 Buick Rainier in plain words for buyers: what it uses, what to check, and how to try one first.
What to check on the Rainier
Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. NHTSA has 91 owner complaints on file, mostly about fuel system, electrical system and exterior lighting.
Engine and fuel
Power comes from the 5.3L 8-cylinder, driving through a 4-speed automatic. It runs on regular gas. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
Its combined rating is 13.8 L/100 km, which means roughly 41 litres for 300 km. Driving 300 km costs roughly $64.17 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,950 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
A good match for
It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going. It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car.
Room inside
Being an SUV, it handles luggage, strollers and sports gear well.
A longer test drive
Rent first, buy later: a week with the Rainier answers the big questions. A test week in the Rainier tells you more than any review. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.
Which one to look for
Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
What it costs to run
The EPA estimates US$3,950 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Next step
Ask us anything about renting before you buy.
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 2006 Buick Rainier from us first.
Ask us about the 2006 Buick Rainier
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2006 Buick Rainier for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2006 Buick Rainier
Does CarmaCars sell the 2006 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 2006 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 2006 Buick Rainier have recalls?
NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2006 Buick Rainier cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,950 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $4278.00.
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.