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Buick Rainier GMT 360 5.3 i V8 (304 Hp)
Overall Rating
Buick Rainier:
The Buick Rainier is a mid-size luxury SUV that was manufactured by General Motors and marketed by Buick for the 2004 to 2007 model years. It was named after Mount Rainier, and with the Saab 9-7X served as the replacement for the Oldsmobile Bravada.
Built on the GMT360 platform, the Rainier was introduced on July 28, 2003, for the 2004 model year, in a 5-door, 5-passenger configuration, and was the first short-wheelbase GMT360 to offer a V8. Both rear and all-wheel drive models were offered. It was built in the Moraine Assembly plant in Moraine, Ohio along with other GMT3600 vehicles....(Read more on Wikipedia)
GMT 360 Overview:
Buick Rainier (GMT 360). With 447 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.6 s). The top speed reaches 177 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
5.3 i V8 (304 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
With 304 hp, this V8 provides excellent straight-line performance and ample torque, making it capable for heavy loads and confident highway merging.
Fuel Economy
High fuel consumption is a given with this V8, though the RWD configuration might offer a marginal improvement over the AWD variant.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Smooth and comfortable ride quality
- • Available powerful V8 engine for strong performance
- • Spacious interior and generous cargo capacity
- • Good towing capability for its class
- • Relatively quiet and refined cabin experience
Cons:
- • Dated 4-speed automatic transmission limits performance and efficiency
- • Poor fuel economy, especially with the V8 engine
- • Interior quality and design could be more premium
- • Generic styling due to shared GMT 360 platform
- • Some common reliability issues (e.g., electrical, suspension components)
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(GMT 360: 2004 - 2006).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Buick |
| Model: | Rainier |
| Generation: | GMT 360 |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.3 i V8 (304 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2006 |
| End of production: | 2007 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 304 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 57.1 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 447 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LH6 More details about the engine LH6 |
| Engine displacement: | 5327 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 11.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 96 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 12.4 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 177 km/h |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2268 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1127 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 83 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4871 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1894 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1894 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2869 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1603 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1577 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 245/65 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Trailing arm |
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