The 2009 Genesis is a 4-door, 5-passenger family sedan, available in two trims, the 3.8L and the 4.6L.

Upon introduction, the 3.8L is equipped with a standard 3.8-liter, V6, 290-horsepower engine that achieves 18-mpg in the city and 27-mpg on the highway. The 4.6L is equipped with a standard 4.6-liter, V8, 375-horsepower engine that achieves 17-mpg in the city and 25-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims.

The 2009 Genesis is all-new for 2009.