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2009 Hyundai Genesis
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2009 Hyundai Genesis
MSRP $37,995 - $48,995
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2008 Toyota Avalon
MSRP $39,840
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Mechanical
Engine
Gas V6 Gas V8
Gas 6-Cyl
Displacement
3.8L/231 4.6L/282
3.5L/213
Fuel System
MPI
MPFI
Horsepower
290 hp @ 6200 rpm 368 hp @ 6500 rpm
268 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque
264 ft-lb @ 4500 rpm 324 ft-lb @ 3500 rpm
248 ft-lb @ 4700 rpm
Steering
Power Steering
Power Steering
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Transmission
6-speed Shiftronic automatic transmission w/OD ZF 6-speed Shiftronic automatic transmission w/OD
6-speed automatic super electronically-controlled transmission w/OD (Super-ECT)-inc: sequential multi-mode shifter, lock-up torque converter, oil cooler
Fuel
Fuel
Gasoline
Gasoline
Fuel Consumption: City
11.4 - 12.6 L/100 km
10.7 L/100 km
Fuel Consumption: Highway
7.2 - 8.1 L/100 km
7.0 L/100 km
Fuel Consumption: City/HWY Combined
7.2 - 12.6 L/100 km
7.0 - 10.7 L/100 km
Fuel Capacity
73.0 - 77.0 L
70.0 L
Safety
Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Not Available
Not Available
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Air Bag
Not Available
Not Available
Brake
4 Wheel Disc
4 Wheel Disc
Brake ABS System
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Rollover Protection Bars
Not Available
Not Available
Child Safety Locks
Standard
Standard
Emergency Trunk Release
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Restriction Features
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Assistance
Back-Up Camera
Standard
Not Available
360 Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Keeping Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Cross-Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Not Available
Automatic Parking
Not Available
Not Available
Tire Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Heads-Up Display
Not Available
Not Available
Lighting
Daytime Running Lights
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Headlights
Standard
Standard
HID headlights
Standard
Not Available
Headlights-Auto-Leveling
Standard
Not Available
Night Vision
Not Available
Not Available
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors
Standard
Not Available
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
Standard
Standard
Infotainment
AM/FM Stereo
Standard
Standard
HD Radio
Not Available
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Not Available
CD Player
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Seat Audio Controls
Not Available
Not Available
Steering Wheel-Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Navigation System
Standard
Standard
Connectivity
Smart Device Integration
Not Available
Not Available
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Not Available
Android Auto
Not Available
Not Available
WiFi Hotspot
Not Available
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Not Available
Standard
Power Outlet
Standard
Standard
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Not Available
Comfort
Air Conditioning
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone Air Conditioning
Standard
Standard
Rear Air Conditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Standard
Heated Rear Seat(s)
Not Available
Not Available
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Not Available
Not Available
Cooled Rear Seat(s)
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Adjustable Lumbar
Standard
Standard
Passenger Adjustable Lumbar
Not Available
Standard
Seat-Massage
Not Available
Not Available
Heated Steering Wheel
Not Available
Not Available
Convenience
Power Windows
Standard
Standard
Power Door Locks
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Standard
Seat Memory
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
Heated Mirrors
Standard
Standard
Mirror Memory
Not Available
Not Available
Power Folding Mirrors
Not Available
Not Available
Power Liftgate
Not Available
Not Available
Hands-Free Liftgate
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Not Available
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Not Available
Not Available
Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers
Standard
Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Standard
Interior
Passenger Capacity
5
5
Front Head Room
1,026 mm
986 mm
Front Leg Room
1,125 mm
1,049 mm
Front Shoulder Room
1,481 mm
1,509 mm
Rear Head Room
958 mm
953 mm
Rear Leg Room
980 mm
1,036 mm
Rear Shoulder Room
1,471 mm
1,478 mm
Trunk Volume
450 L
408 L
Front Reading Lamps
Standard
Not Available
Rear Reading Lamps
Standard
Not Available
Exterior
Wheelbase
2,934 mm
2,819 mm
Length, Overall
4,976 mm
5,019 mm
Width, Max w/o mirrors
1,890 mm
1,849 mm
Height, Overall
1,476 - 1,478 mm
1,471 mm
Min Ground Clearance
155 mm
135 mm
Base Curb Weight
1,729 - 1,837 kg
1,618 kg
Front Tire Size
P235/50R18 P225/55R17
P215/55R17
Rear Tire Size
P235/50R18 P225/55R17
P215/55R17
Sun/Moon Roof
Standard
Standard
Luggage Rack
Not Available
Not Available
Security
Security System
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Immobilizer
Not Available
Standard
Wheels-Locks
Not Available
Standard
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