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 the new BMW!!!! - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By Genesis - June 10 - 5:36 pm

  Absolutely love it! I drive approx 23,000+ miles annually so its extremely important I have a vehicle that is comfortable, has get-up-and-go for the freeways, is great to handle up and down the mountains in California, that is classy yet sporty...Im telling you this car has it all! Everyone stares at the car - even those with Beemers and Mercedes B drivers in total disbelief. The car is a total dream to drive. I set cruise, set the seat back, plug in the IPod and off I go. I stayed with the V6 because that had PLENTY of power. I dont know Id do with the V8. As it is I do 85/90 and dont realize it. Awesome, awesome, car! Go for it...seriously give the Genesis thought.

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  First V8 in Virginia Beach - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By Jon@VB - April 5 - 10:23 pm

  Bought 2 days ago and drove 200 miles. Thought about buying V6 tech pack, but for only $2K more I decided to wait for V8. - And glad I waited for V8. Power, solid feel, quiet, quick brake, and yes awesome sound system ! So far Im loving it. Paint job need to improve. Should have A/C seat on both front seat

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  Underpriced Luxury - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By kbmuenkel - March 6 - 4:43 pm

  Ive owned this car one month with every passing week appreciating the Genesis more and more. The technology features are plentiful and well thought out. Dollar for dollar the Genesis equipped with the Tech Package is a stunning value. The 290hp V6 engine is more than adequate for enthusiastic driving. The Genesis handling is nicely balanced between sportiness and numbness with just enough road feel to inspire confidence and comfort. Exterior noise does not penetrate the cabin yielding a wonderfully quiet ride. The 528w 17 speaker Lexicon surround sound fills your driving experience with clear, crisp, enriching musical enjoyment. I considered 335xi, CTS4, & ES350, but bought a Genesis. Wow!

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  Exceeds Expectations - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By TNCPA - February 28 - 3:40 am

  With 2,500 miles, the Genesis V-* with Tech package, has eliminated initial doubt about buying a Hyndai. The car is very quiet, nice interior materials with excellent fit, abundant power and great ride. Have owned new BMW 540, Acura TLs and currently have an 07 Acura MDX w/Tech. Gas mileage on a 1,250 mile trip was 27 mpg at legal speeds, city driving appox. 19-20 mpg.

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  Love my Genesis - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By Julia Olmsted - February 4 - 12:46 pm

  You cant go wrong with a Genesis. I am so happy with mine and wouldnt drive anything else after having this vehicle.

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  Great Car - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By JM - December 30 - 5:00 pm

  A better car in all respects to my 06 Lincoln LS. I chose this car over Acura, MB, and Buicks I test drove. The car is a deal even at $33k-$37K for the V6 model. Black and Silver look great in this car. No cassette player- this is 2008. I have a 2000 Elantra with over 200K miles and it has been problem free.

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  Best car I have ever owned - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By Love My Genesis - October 25 - 8:46 am

  I had followed this car ever since it was revealed in Detriot Show. The only thing I can say is this is the best car Ive ever owned. I was an advent Nissan car owner, but when I test drove the Genesis, I was sold. For what you get at the price, you cant beat it. A gentleman in a BMW 7- series stopped me in the parking lot to ask me what kind of car is that, I proudly said "The Genesis"

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  Good bye BMW - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By Claudio - October 8 - 6:50 am

  My last two vehicles where the 528i and the 745i. Hallelujah Hyundai Genesis! What more can I say, the car is great and without considering the price differential. The few detractors are simply jealous and it is all about status symbol for them. When I drove it home 3 weeks ago I found myself 50K dollars richer as I was about to buy the 750.

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  Genesis has issues to deal with... - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By Darryl Rabideau - September 23 - 10:53 am

  After three months, I have found the Genesis to be unstable when driving in medium to strong wind, The steering wheel feedback from the highway is to severe and not acceptable, the manual trunk lid operation to be cheap and unacceptable, the lack of electrical front passenger seat settings to be unacceptable. I continue to study the driver services and reserve any comments on that part at this time. It is the items mentioned above that upset me as an owner and I find it unacceptable engineering for such a car Hyundai hopes to use in competition with BMW, Mercedes and Lexus.

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  Think about it. Drive it. Do the math. - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By ppirf - September 18 - 4:00 am

  Bought my Hyundai 4.6 last week. My first impressions are this is a great car for the price. If you are reading this and are thinking of buying a BMW, Lexus or MB you need to drive this car. Traded our Volvo s60 R for this car and I couldnt be happier. The steering is not as tight as a BMW or MB and the ride is softer but thats okay for my driving habits. I had a deal for a nicely optioned 2008 BMW 535I that fell through.When all was said and done we financed $17k less for a fully loaded Genesis 4.6. More reviews to come as I get more acquainted with car, but at first impression this car is great value for the money.