Spied: 2009 Hyundai Genesis

Aren't you just sick and tired of seeing the same camo-clad prototypes of the upcoming luxury sedan from Hyundai over and over? Hyundai just doesn't seem to be satisfied of the product, ever since the first prototypes bloomed in 2005. The series of spy shots here shows us a better glimpse of the rich interior and for the first time, we can see a bit more of the front grille of the exterior. Past the polished Hyundai logo lies a game-changer for the automaker.

Under the hood, the Genesis is expected to be available in two powertrain configurations: a 3.8L V6 powering in the 280-300 horsepower range, and the highly anticipated 4.6L Tau V8 that some reports are indicating horsepower levels in the 360-380 range. The V8 will most likely not be available in its domestic market.

With these new images, the only new information we've garnered is the date of the first official unveiling of the car. The Korean-market Genesis will be unveiled in Seoul on January 9th of 2008. The North American Genesis will make its public debut at next year's Detroit Auto Show.

[Source: HyundaiExchange]

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