The 2009 Genesis is available with either a 3.8-litre V6 or Hyundai's first-ever 4.6-litre V8. With its competitive packaging, the entry-level Hyundai Genesis is better equipped and better priced than the base Infiniti G35.
The 2009 Genesis is built on Hyundai's all-new, performance-driven rear-wheel-drive architecture, and has an advanced five-link suspension at all four corners.
It offers two powertrains, the Lambda 3.8-litre V6 engine mated to an Aisin six-speed automatic transmission that produces an estimated 290 hp, and Hyundai's all-new Tau 4.6-litre V8 engine mated to a ZF six-speed automatic transmission.
Both versions deliver outstanding fuel economy. The 4.6-litre Tau produces an estimated 375 hp using premium fuel and an estimated 368 hp using regular unleaded while offering fuel economy ratings of 12.6L/100km in the city and 8.1L/100km on the highway.
The 3.8-litre V6 achieves 11.4L/100km in the city and 7.2L/100km on the highway, which outperforms the V6 engines in many smaller, mid-size cars (e.g., Nissan Altima, Ford Fusion) on the highway.
With technology rivaling more expensive luxury sedans, Genesis showcases features such as Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFLS), Lexicon audio systems and electronic active head restraints.
