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2009 Hyundai Genesis Sedan
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What Changed for 2009:
- All-new model becomes Hyundai flagship
- Luxury sport sedan built on new rear-wheel-drive (RWD) platform
- Choice of a V-6 engine or Hyundai’s first V-8 engine
- Each engine mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission with Shiftronic
- Features include 17-speaker Lexicon stereo, adaptive front lights, smart cruise control
- Five-passenger cabin larger than BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class
- Electronic stability control, eight air bags, anti-lock brakes (ABS) on all models
- Most expensive Hyundai starts at $33,000
