Auto loans: 2004 Buick Rendezvous
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 11.8 to 13.1 L/100 km combined (EPA). 4 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
- 11.8 to 13.1 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 4
For sale
We do not have a 2004 Buick Rendezvous 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.
2004 Buick Rendezvous specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.4L 6-cylinder | 3.6L 6-cylinder | 3.4L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 13.8 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.8 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 11.8 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 276 g/km | 291 g/km | 307 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $18.29 | $19.22 | $20.31 |
2004 Buick Rendezvous: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.4 L | 3.6 L | 3.4 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 17 | 16 | 16 |
| MPG highway (US) | 24 | 23 | 22 |
| MPG combined (US) | 20 | 19 | 18 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 24 | 23 | 22 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,350 | US$3,550 | US$3,700 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,658 | $3,844 | $4,062 |
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 Rendezvous
- NHTSA lists 4 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 200 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (83), fuel system (29) and service brakes (22). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07V349000 | 2007-08-08 | fuel system, gasoline:storage | ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, VARIATIONS IN THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS OR EXPOSURE TO HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURES MAY LEAD TO FRACTURE OF THE FUEL TANK INLET CHECK VALVE (ICV). |
| 05V157000 | 2005-04-20 | electrical system:ignition | ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, CONTAMINATION ON IGNITION RELAY CONTACTS CAN CAUSE HIGH RESISTANCE. THIS CAN AFFECT SIGNALS TO THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE AND, COULD CAUSE INTERMITTENT VEHICLE STALLS AT ANY TIME. |
| 04V150000 | 2004-03-29 | latches/locks/linkages:hatchback/liftgate:lock | ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, A STRUCTURAL SUPPORT AT THE LATCH ATTACHMENT IN THE REAR LIFTGATE MAY BE INADEQUATE TO RETAIN THE LATCH TO THE LIFTGATE IN CERTAIN SEVERE VEHICLE CRASH EVENTS. |
| 03V454000 | 2003-11-10 | fuel system, gasoline:storage | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A WELD BETWEEN THE FUEL TANK INLET CHECK VALVE AND THE FUEL TANK CAN FAIL. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2004 Buick Rendezvous: before you buy
CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 2004 Buick Rendezvous; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Buying the 2004 Buick Rendezvous is a big decision; here is the information we have.
What to check on the Rendezvous
NHTSA has 200 owner complaints on file, mostly about electrical system, fuel system and service brakes. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN.
The figures, translated
Its 3.4L 6-cylinder drives through a 4-speed automatic. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
The combined figure, 11.8 L/100 km, means roughly 35 litres for 300 km. That works out to about $18.29 per 100 km at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$3,350 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Who rents the Rendezvous
It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car. It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while.
What to expect from the Rendezvous
Being an SUV, it handles luggage, strollers and sports gear well.
Drive it on your own roads
Rent the Rendezvous first, and buy only if it fits your life. Drive the Rendezvous on your commute before you commit to it. Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience.
Narrowing it down
Within the 2004 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it.
What it costs to run
A 1,000 km month costs roughly $182.90 at our price setting. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $18.29 in fuel.
Next step
Want to try before you buy? Ask for your dates.
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 Rendezvous from us first.
Ask us about the 2004 Buick Rendezvous
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2004 Buick Rendezvous for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2004 Buick Rendezvous
Does CarmaCars sell the 2004 Buick Rendezvous?
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 Rendezvous 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 Rendezvous have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2004 Buick Rendezvous cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,350 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3658.00.
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.