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Buick Rainier MPG
EPA fuel economy for 16 Buick Rainier trims sold from 2004 to 2007. Best ever: 17 MPG (2007 Rainier 2WD). Latest model year 2007: 16 to 17 MPG combined across 4 trims.
Buick Rainier fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2007 Buick Rainier to fuel is the Rainier 2WD, 5.3 L, 8 cyl (17 MPG) at $3,670 a year. The Rainier AWD, 5.3 L, 8 cyl (16 MPG) costs $3,900, so the thriftier trim saves $230 a year and $1,150 over five years.
| 2007 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainier 2WD | 5.3 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 17 | $3,670 | cheapest |
| Rainier 2WD | 4.2 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 16 | $3,900 | +$230 |
| Rainier AWD | 4.2 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 16 | $3,900 | +$230 |
| Rainier AWD | 5.3 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 16 | $3,900 | +$230 |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Buick Rainier MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 17 | 14 | 20 | Rainier 2WD, 5.3 L, 8 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 4 |
| 2006 | 17 | 14 | 20 | Rainier 2WD, 5.3 L, 8 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 4 |
| 2005 | 16 | 14 | 20 | Rainier 2WD, 4.2 L, 6 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 4 |
| 2004 | 16 | 14 | 19 | Rainier 2WD, 4.2 L, 6 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 4 |
Every Buick Rainier trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Rainier 2WD | 5.3 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 14 | 20 | 17 | 523 | $3,670 |
| 2007 | Rainier 2WD | 4.2 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 14 | 20 | 16 | 555 | $3,900 |
| 2007 | Rainier AWD | 4.2 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 14 | 20 | 16 | 555 | $3,900 |
| 2007 | Rainier AWD | 5.3 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 13 | 19 | 16 | 555 | $3,900 |
| 2006 | Rainier 2WD | 5.3 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 14 | 20 | 17 | 523 | $3,670 |
| 2006 | Rainier 2WD | 4.2 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 14 | 20 | 16 | 555 | $3,900 |
| 2006 | Rainier AWD | 4.2 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 14 | 20 | 16 | 555 | $3,900 |
| 2006 | Rainier AWD | 5.3 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 14 | 20 | 16 | 555 | $3,900 |
| 2005 | Rainier 2WD | 4.2 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 14 | 20 | 16 | 555 | $3,900 |
| 2005 | Rainier 2WD | 5.3 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 | 555 | $3,900 |
| 2005 | Rainier AWD | 4.2 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 | 555 | $3,900 |
| 2005 | Rainier AWD | 5.3 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 14 | 17 | 15 | 592 | $4,160 |
| 2004 | Rainier 2WD | 4.2 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 | 555 | $3,900 |
| 2004 | Rainier 2WD | 5.3 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 14 | 18 | 16 | 555 | $3,900 |
| 2004 | Rainier AWD | 4.2 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 | 555 | $3,900 |
| 2004 | Rainier AWD | 5.3 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 13 | 17 | 15 | 592 | $4,160 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 2007 Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Ford Escape Hybrid FWD | 30 | 31 | 29 |
| 2007 Lexus RX 400h 2WD | 26 | 28 | 25 |
| 2007 Saturn Vue Hybrid | 26 | 23 | 29 |
| 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid 2WD | 26 | 28 | 25 |
| 2007 Jeep Compass 2WD | 24 | 23 | 27 |
| 2007 Jeep Patriot 2WD | 24 | 23 | 27 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Buick Rainier?
The most efficient Buick Rainier the EPA has rated is the 2007 Rainier 2WD at 17 MPG combined (14 city, 20 highway).
What MPG does the 2007 Buick Rainier get?
2007 Buick Rainier trims range from 16 to 17 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Buick Rainier has the worst fuel economy?
The 2005 Rainier AWD is the lowest rated at 15 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Buick Rainier for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2007 Buick Rainier to fuel is the Rainier 2WD, 5.3 L, 8 cyl (17 MPG) at $3,670 a year. The Rainier AWD, 5.3 L, 8 cyl (16 MPG) costs $3,900, so the thriftier trim saves $230 a year and $1,150 over five years.
More from Buick: every Buick model. Fuel types on this model: Regular. EPA classes: Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD, Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD.