Compare 2005 Buick Rainier - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $33,785 | $34,070 | $36,055 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $30,575 | $30,423 | $32,088 |
| Destination | $685 | $565 | $565 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Air Conditioning, Rear | With Separate Controls | N/A | With Separate Controls |
| Underseat Ducts | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Visors | N/A | Dual | Dual |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Cargo Net | Optional | Standard | Optional |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Clock | In-radio Display | In-dash | In-dash |
| Compass | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather/genuine Wood | Leather | Urethane |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| Lighter Elements | Front | Front | Front |
| Ashtray | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Overhead Console | Full With Storage | Mini With Storage | Mini With Storage |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | N/A | Driver | Driver And Passenger |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver And Passenger | Driver | Driver And Passenger |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Oil Pressure Gauge | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voltage Gauge | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Lighting - Glovebox | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front | Front And Rear |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | N/A |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | N/A | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather/genuine Wood | Leather | Urethane |
| Adjustable Pedals | Power | N/A | N/A |
| Air Compressor | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 8 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 8-way Power | 8-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 4-way Power | 4-way Power |
| Lumbar Support | Driver And Passenger | Driver | Driver |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable W/tilt | Adjustable |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Memory | Driver | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Seats | 60-40 Split-bench | 60-40 Split-bench | 60-40 Split-bench |
| Rear Armrest | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Head Restraints | 2 - Fixed | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable |
| 3rd Row Seats | N/A | 50-50 Split-bench | 50-50 Split-bench |
| Seat Trim | Leather | Leather | Cloth |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan |
| Cassette Player | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
| MP3 Capability | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Rear Seat Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Speakers | 6 Performance | 6 | 6 |
| Amplifier | 275W | Optional | Optional |
| Equalizer | Automatic | N/A | N/A |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Entertainment System | With DVD | With DVD | With DVD |
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2nd Row LCD Screen | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | N/A | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | OnStar | N/A | N/A |
| Automatic Crash Response (airbags And/or Sensors) | OnStar | N/A | N/A |
| Emergency Services | OnStar | N/A | N/A |
| Crisis Assist | OnStar | N/A | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Assistance | OnStar | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Door Unlock | OnStar | N/A | N/A |
| Roadside Assistance | OnStar | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Horn And Lights | OnStar | N/A | N/A |
| Hands-Free Calling | OnStar | N/A | N/A |
| Vehicle Diagnostics | OnStar | N/A | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | N/A | Front | Front And Rear |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | N/A | Front And Rear | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto On/off | Auto On/off | Auto Off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Cornering Lights | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Door Curb Lights | N/A | N/A | 4 |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Passlock | Standard | Standard |
| First Aid Kit | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | TheftLock | Optional | Optional |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | GM TOTAL Warranty 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 72 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | N/A | N/A |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Fixed | Window Grid | Window Grid |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | N/A | N/A | Body-colored |
| Bodyside Insert | N/A | N/A | Chrome |
| Grille Trim | Chrome | Body-colored | Body-colored |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front | Front | Front |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Liftgate | Liftgate | Liftgate |
| Tinted Windows | Deep | Deep | Deep |
| Rear Window Type | Flip-up | Power | Power |
| Mirrors | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Mirrors, Auto Dimming | N/A | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Regular Express Open Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass |
| Spoiler | N/A | Wing | Wing |
| Roof Rack | Optional | Standard | Optional |
| Roof Rails | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Step Bumper | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Tires | P245/65SR17.0 BSW AS | P265/65SR17.0 BSW M+S | P265/70SR16.0 BSW M+S |
| Wheels | 17" Brushed Aluminum | 17" Silver Aluminum | 16" Silver Styled Steel |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size Steel | Full-size Aluminum | Full-size Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Window Wipers | Variable Intermittent | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval |
| Running Boards | N/A | Illuminated | Illuminated |
| Fender Flares | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Mud Flaps | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 4.2L I-6 | 4.0L V-6 | 4.7L V-8 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded | Premium Unleaded | Regular Unleaded |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel | Four-wheel |
| 4WD Shift | N/A | N/A | Electronic |
| Engine Block Heater | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Comfort | Regular | Regular |
| Adaptive Suspension | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Automatic Level Control | Rear | N/A | Rear |
| Front Suspension Type | Short And Long Arm | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbone |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Brand Name | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Brand Name | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Air | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Transmission | 4-spd Auto W/OD | 5-spd Auto W/OD | 5-spd Auto W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.73 | 3.91 | 4.10 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 193.4 " | 189.0 " | 203.9 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 75.4 " | 73.8 " | 73.6 " |
| Exterior Height | 74.5 " | 71.6 " | 74.0 " |
| Engine | 4.2L I-6 | 4.0L V-6 | 4.7L V-8 |
| Horsepower | 275 @ 6,000 Rpm | 245 @ 5,200 Rpm | 282 @ 5,400 Rpm |
| Torque | 275 @ 3,600 Rpm | 282 @ 3,800 Rpm | 325 @ 3,400 Rpm |
| Fuel Economy - City | 16 Mpg | 18 Mpg | 15 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 21 Mpg | 22 Mpg | 18 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 7.8 Seconds | 7.2 Seconds | 7.0 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 15.8 Seconds | 15.5 Seconds | 15.3 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 92 Mph | 92 Mph | 89 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .8 | .8 | .7 |
| Slalom Speed | 57 Mph | 57 Mph | 55 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.66/4.02 " | 3.70/3.74 " | 3.70/3.31 " |
| Curb Weight | 4,417 Lbs. | 4,055 Lbs. | 5,000 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 5,550 Lbs. | 5,330 Lbs. | 6,700 Lbs. |
| Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | 2,950 Lbs. | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | 3,200 Lbs. | N/A | N/A |
| Payload | 1,069 Lbs. | 1,275 Lbs. | 1,640 Lbs. |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 5,700 Lbs. | 5,000 Lbs. | 6,200 Lbs. |
| Maximum GCWR | 10,500 Lbs. | N/A | 12,000 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 113.0 " | 109.8 " | 118.1 " |
| Front Track | 63.1 " | 62.0 " | 65.8 " |
| Rear Track | 62.1 " | 62.0 " | 67.3 " |
| Turning Radius | 18.2 '' | 18.7 '' | 21.2 '' |
| Ground Clearance | 8.0 " | N/A | N/A |
| Front Legroom | 43.1 " | 41.7 " | 41.6 " |
| Rear Legroom | 37.1 " | 34.7 " | 38.7 " |
| Third Row Legroom | N/A | 24.1 " | 29.8 " |
| Front Headroom | 40.2 " | 39.7 " | 41.1 " |
| Rear Headroom | 39.6 " | 39.1 " | 40.6 " |
| Third Row Headroom | N/A | 32.9 " | 36.8 " |
| Front Hip Room | 55.5 " | 55.3 " | 59.7 " |
| Rear Hip Room | 58.1 " | 55.3 " | 58.3 " |
| Third Row Hip Room | N/A | 48.4 " | 50.3 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 58.5 " | 58.0 " | 62.1 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 58.5 " | 57.2 " | 62.2 " |
| Third Row Shoulder Room | N/A | 56.7 " | 60.9 " |
| Luggage Volume | 43.7 Cu.ft. | 40.6 Cu.ft. | 26.6 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 80.1 Cu.ft. | 72.4 Cu.ft. | 128.1 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | N/A | 103 Cu.ft. | N/A |
| Fuel Tank | 22.0 Gal. | 23.0 Gal. | 26.4 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | N/A | 4 | N/A |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | 5 | N/A |
| Driver's | 4 | 4 | N/A |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 5 | 5 | N/A |
| Overall Rollover Rating | N/A | 3 | N/A |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Chest | acceptable | good | N/A |
| Left Leg/Foot | good | good | N/A |
| Bumpers | acceptable | poor | N/A |
| Restraints | acceptable | good | N/A |
| Structure/safety cage | acceptable | good | N/A |
| Right Leg/Foot | poor | good | N/A |
| Head/Neck | acceptable | good | N/A |
| Overall Front | marginal | good | N/A |
