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2006 Buick Rainier

2005 Buick Rainier

At a Glance

Pricing$30,580 - $33,580
Drive TypesRWD, AWD
EnginesI6 (291-bhp), V8 (300-bhp)
TransmissionsA4
Fuel Economy15-16 (city), 21-22 (highway)

Our Ratings

Velocity Index47

Buick's first true truck-based SUV.

Overview Information

The Ranier is Buick's first true body on frame SUV offering. Ranier's rides on GM's ubiquitous short wheelbase GMT360 platform which is shared with the Trailblazer, Envoy, Isuzu Ascender, and Saab 9-7X. Extra attention has been paid to making the ride quiet. Available in both rear-wheel and all-wheel drive, the Ranier's standard powerplant is the 275 hp I6 engine. This design is intended for on-road capability only.

Model/Trim Eng. Trans. Velocity Index Base Price
Rainier CXL, CXL Plus 4.2l I6 (291-bhp) A4 RWD 41 $30,580
Rainier CXL, CXL Plus 5.3l V8 (300-bhp) A4 AWD 39 $33,580
Rainier CXL, CXL Plus 5.3l V8 (300-bhp) A4 RWD 47 $31,580
Rainier CXL, CXL Plus 4.2l I6 (291-bhp) A4 AWD 36 $32,580