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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  BMW - Mercedes - Lexus Look out. - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By Mikey - November 4 - 2:43 am

  I am having a ball with my Genesis 4.6 with the Technology package. BMW, MB & Lexus look out for the new kid on the block, Hyundai hit a grand slam with this one. I also have an 06 lexus LS 430. This car is nicer in every way. Looked at the new LS460 with all the toys and except for a few minor touches the Genesis is a steal at 25K less.

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  No match for excellence yet - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By scott - September 21 - 4:20 am

  So many people are talking about it so I gave it a try. It sure looks like a elegant car, some what BMW, some what mercedes, some what Lexus. Yet, it is none of those, and that is the problem. There is total lack of personality. Well, car is just a car taking you from point A to point B. May be. Finding a car is not just a transportation device to me that actually bothers me.

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  Best Luxury Sedan available - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By Rich - June 7 - 8:46 pm

  The Genesis is actually the best stereo you can buy that that delivers you to your destination in fine luxury and comfort. The balance between comfort and being close to sporty is outstanding. Car & Driver and Road & Track can gig the car for Sportiness - not all of us like the taut, firm ride of the BMWS and Audis. The gas mileage is better than expected, especially cruising at 75. As mentioned by many, dealer support for a luxury car needs to be better. Hyundai does stand by there warranty. Our dealer gave us 2 years worth of oil changes and car washes, and has a very good reputation. I would advise finding a good dealer when buying. The value of this Luxury car is outstanding.

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  smooth - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By epstein - May 24 - 7:40 pm

  Bad ride hard steering need 6 way and air cooled passenger seat. Dunlop tires to much road feel and balance problems. Drivers seat to small not enough thigh support. Nav system pain to learn. Transmission has a slapping sound when stepping off and on the gas.

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  Hyundai serves notice to Lexus - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By Victor - May 5 - 10:50 am

  If I remove the Hyundai badge on this vehicle, it would be hard to guess who built this vehicle - it is that good. I love the vehicle. Best value for the money in this segment.

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  Hyundai should be at the top of the list - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By Lonny - April 11 - 5:00 am

  Like many others here, I too cant believe I even looked at Hyundai, let alone getting one! I began researching this car early in the year. I was coming to lease end on a 2006 M45 Sport and wanted something much less expensive, uses regular fuel and gets better gas mileage. I liked the handling dynamics of the M45 and was worried that I took a big step backwards in handling. Not so! I have found myself taking the same turns and curves in the Hyundai that I did with the M45 - at the same speeds - and the Hyundai is just as "planted" as was the M45. Obviously the M was quicker, but I enjoy everything about the Hyundai better.

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  You need to get one - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By Great vehicle - March 10 - 1:50 pm

  This car is really nice to drive and looks great. I had corvette, porsche 911 and have ES 330 and LS 460. So, I am telling from the true experiences. Navigation system is very easy to use and great. Everything is simple to set up and blue tooth quality for the phone system is outstanding. Sound quality of the hands-free phone system is beyond my expectation. I will have to think very hard before I buy another LS 460. Dealer needs to improve long way before they catch up with Lexus on customer relations.

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  Very Nice Car - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By Don - March 6 - 5:03 pm

  We test drove Toyota Avalons, Honda Accords and other cars but once we drove the Genesis, nothing else compared in the price range. This is a very solid, well built, car. Very quiet on the road, good handling and good acceleration. Great warranty. I have owned Hondas, Toyotas and Lexus in the past. So far, this is my favorite car.

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  GPS 2005 era - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By Ken - December 29 - 5:13 am

  I have owned this Car for about 2 weeks and what a pleasure to drive. This Car I like very much but have only driven it 600 miles. It seems to equal everything my BMW 540i did. My first tank of gas averaged 27.4 mpg now that I like. Of course its not a V-8 but we have to give a little somewhere.

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  Its For Real - 2009 Hyundai Genesis
  By Douglas - December 4 - 10:30 am

  After reading Edmunds reviews and specs, I dug deeper into consumer ratings and overall satisfaction. I owned a Toyota Avalon and planned to go back to the Avalon. The features and amenities on the Genesis are just too many to list. The dealership owned both Toyota and Hyundai and put both cars side by side - Clearly the Genesis came out on top.