Overview & Reviews

The 2009 Hyundai Genesis is an all-new model. It's Hyundai's first rear-wheel-drive luxury car for the U.S. market.

• Smooth and powerful engines, comfortable ride, features and options galore, good value for the money.

• Lacks brand cachet, no all-wheel-drive option, rear seat does not fold down.

User Reviews:

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  Genesis is an Excellent Car! - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By Wfoster - December 26 - 2:26 pm

  The Hyundai Genesis is an outstanding car and performs very well. This is a luxury sedan that is powerful, quiet, luxurious, attractive and priced very competitively. Handles very well w/ a sporty ride. Great fuel efficiency for a 3.8L V-6 engine. The instrumentation is great and the sound system is top of the line. I compared the Mercedes E- Class, Lexus 350, Jaguar XF, Infiniti M-35/45 and BMW 5 Series before I chose this vehicle. I think its equal or superior in most aspects, yet was less costly than all of the other vehicles I compared. Great value. Hyundai has a real winner in my opinion!

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  Great Buy But ... - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By Thomcin - November 23 - 12:46 pm

  This car is smooth, fast, and comfortable. The driver seat is great but these is no cooled seat option on the 3.8. The passenger seat only offers a 4 way adjustment, a major oversight at this level and price point. A good solid car and buy at about $2000 off MSRP.

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  hmg interface - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By kabbut - November 18 - 9:33 pm

  I wanted to respond to spadesman review. In regards to this HMG interface recall. I have checked with my dealership and any recall lists found on the internet. Not one mention of a recall. Other than that.....we love our new car. So far it has lived up to all expectations.

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  The Genesis is a winner - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By CHI TOWN - October 30 - 11:43 pm

  I am a past owner of BMWs, Infiniti & Mercedes. I never thought I would own a Korean automobile until I test drove this car. Hands down the Genesis is the best car I have owned. For the first time I feel like I bought a car where the performance, quality, & amenities match the price. Test drive this car & I bet you wont be able to forget the experience.

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  Deja vu of 1989 Lexus debut - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By C in Indy - October 27 - 7:03 am

  We wanted to drive a VW Passat, Chevy Malibu, and a Genesis on the same day. Went from the VW dealer to the Hyundai and bought the Genesis. There was no comparison, the other cars were nice mid size family cars (both with noted nice interiors), but couldnt hold a candle to the Genesis. The big Hyundai was quieter, smoother, and so much nicer on the inside and outside than the other two. It really reminded me of the Lexus debut of the LS400 back in 89. I went to that knowing that this car was supposed to be different than any other Toyota ever seen, but was blown away by how nice it really was. Same feelings here. My Wife is very happy with the car too.

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  great value - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By curtis radel - September 6 - 12:35 pm

  love it

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  First Three Months with Genesis V6 - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By Lake Runner - August 1 - 4:26 pm

  We purchased our Genesis V6 -- Premium Pkg. -- in mid-July this year and have been extremely happy with it to date. Fuel economy is amazing, 20 - 22 in strictly in-town driving, high 20s to low 30s on the highway. On our first 1100 mile trip with mileage divided 80/20 between Interstate and local/city, we averaged 29.4 mpg. The comfort level is beyond any other car weve owned. The engine is nearly silent and very strong -- it loafs at 75 mph on the Interstate. Would strongly recommend a test drive to anyone who is looking for a very high level of comfort, features, and performance.

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  Genesis V6 with Tech - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By bill2006 - July 3 - 2:06 pm

  I have had my car 3 days. What a wonderful car. White Satin Pearl with Beige leather interior.This car is a beauty with great technology. Form and function at the highest level. Cant comment on mileage or reliability as it only 3 days old. Im still going thru the manuals(they are excellent).

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  Early Genesis 4.6 Review - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By horse56 - May 26 - 2:50 am

  Took delivery today. Excellent build and performance. Ergonomics above average. Plenty of room for 64" driver (and legroom in back). Tech package definitely worth buying. Nav software not as good as Fords Navteq, but acceptable. As quiet as my 93 Mercedes S-class at highway speeds. Lexicon sound system wont knock your socks off with bass, but has very sophisticated imaging that is superior.

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  4.6 is very good - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By jeff - May 20 - 11:06 pm

  Just picked up 4.6 w/ tech pack. We were also considering BMW 550 and MB E500 and have owned two new 530s and Lexus LS. BMWs are great cars but expensive to maintain and repair out of warranty. Drove the 3.8 and was impressed w/ quality and drive. The 4.6 is the ticket though, smooth V8, powerful, great stereo. I would swear this was Lexus if this car were un- badged only because the seats feel more Lexusee than German. Hyundai, very well done!