The 2009 Azera is a 4-door, 5-passenger family sedan, available in two trims, the GLS and the Limited.

Upon introduction, the GLS is equipped with a standard 3.3-liter, V6, 234-horsepower engine that achieves 18-mpg in the city and 26-mpg on the highway. The Limited is equipped with a standard 3.8-liter, V6, 263-horsepower engine that achieves 17-mpg in the city and 26-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims.

The 2009 Azera is a carryover from 2008.