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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  I love this car! - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By EugeneK - April 3 - 7:16 am

  Before I bought it I test drove Infinity G35, M35 and Acura TL. I even brought Infinity M35 to Hyundai dealership, parked both cars next to each other, opened all doors and trunk and almost compared each inch of the cars. I am waking up every morning and thinking: "I will be driving Genesis today again!" Incredible car!. Some previous reviewers seems like didnt read car manual. Side mirrors reverse tilt down can be switched OFF, trunk has push button right above license plate (slightly to the right).

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  Better than Germans - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By rodman - December 28 - 12:43 am

  This is my 96th vehicle and one of the best, if not the best. Ive owned many Toyotas as well as other Japanese, German, Italian and American cars. This one has the quality, the luxury, the comfort, the performance, the fun-to-drive and great gas mileage.

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  "Do not test drive this car..." - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By Johnny from Montreal - October 21 - 5:40 am

  Im a huge car fan and the biggest BMW fan. Test drove everything out there. Being an Insideline.com fan, was reading on the Genesis and how impressed everyone was. Went to test drive it at the Dealership & that was it. I was hooked like a drug. Could not take it off my mind. Waited a couple of days went to test drive it again and was still stunned how well it drove and how great it made me feel. I just had to have it, a total no brainer for me - got the 4.6 Tech. If you can test this car and go buy something else for the same money or even more, good luck. Bravo Hyundai, what an amazing job you guys did with the Genesis. Thank you!

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  Great Value - Luxury on a Budget - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By dgsverona - September 27 - 12:03 am

  Ive had my 2009 3.8 Genesis with tech package for about 6 weeks. Have not seen the dealer since I bought - it was delivered with no defects. The interior is pure luxury and the Lexicon sound system is unbelievable. The ride is whisper quiet. The suspension has been a topic of discussion for many. In some circumstances, there is a little more bounce than Id expect and in others I cannot believe how smooth the car handles. I only seem to notice the suspension at slow speed on uneven pavement. The car handles great and is very roomy. I am getting about 23 mpg on regular gas with a mix of highway and city driving. This is a luxury car at a bargain price.

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  THE BIG DOG - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By AAL3 - September 20 - 1:06 pm

  Just bought mine 5/13/09 Cabernet Red with Black Leather with the Tech Pkg. Soon as I left the dealer I went and got the windows tinted, BEAUTIFUL Car. I get compliments on it everywhere I go, just took my brother back to the Honda Dealership where he bought his Civic and when he went into the dealership there was no one in there, They all had run outside to look at MY car and they told me that it was a beautiful car and that for the money it was the best car on the market. (that has to say something coming from a honda dealership) People tell me all the time that it looks like a Mercedes or a Lexus in the front. As far as the interior of the car it is top notch quality with great features

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  A luxurious sedan - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By Greensander - August 18 - 10:00 am

  Lease deal was $473/Mo. $2199 upfront. I am quite satisfied its styling and convenience. Platinum Gray Metallic has edge at every corner, awesome color. I really enjoy tight and rich should of Lexicon. A Hyundai, youve never seen before.

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  Great Job, Hyundai - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By JPG - August 13 - 2:40 am

  Ive had my Genesis for two weeks now and cannot say enough about this car. I also own a 2005 Infiniti and the build quality on the Genesis beats the Infiniti hands down. The acceleration on the V8 is amazing. Given the fairly similar fuel economy to the V6 and all the small extras you get with the 8, its definitely worth the few extra bucks. Ive driven an LS 430 several times and can say that this car knocks the Lexus out of the ballpark. Anyone who owns any of the major luxury brands and is in the market for a new ride should not discount this car simply because its a Hyundai -- and if they do, its their loss.

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  so far extremely satisfied... - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By serge fournier - August 7 - 7:23 am

  I have owed a Volvo S-80 2002 purchased that year and wanted to change it for a 2009 until I saw the comments written on Edmunds, about the Genesis. My Wife and I went on a test drive and we enjoyed so much the drive and the comfort that we bought it when we got back to the dealership and at a price nearly 16000.00 less than a Volvo S-80 2009.Im being congratulated continuously by people seeing it for the 1st time. The value of this Genesis is outstanding.

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  Good start for first time out! - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By Vince - July 23 - 12:40 pm

  Love this car, performance, handling, style, fit and finish. Chose this car over an Acura TL, Cadillac CTS and Saab 9-5.

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  Better than I ever thought it could be! - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By Chris - July 22 - 11:33 am

  After turning in my lease and getting bait and switched by the dealer on my Infiniti G35, I decided to test drive the Genesis, as I had followed since seeing the Super Bowl ad. All I can say is I am so glad the folks at Infiniti BSd me on the new payment! I would have missed out on the best vehicle I have ever driven. Everything from top to bottom is so well done. If this is Hyundais first attempt at a luxury vehicle, I can wait to see what they come up with next. This is a $60-70K car with a $35K price tag!