2009 Azera Packs More Perks Into Premium Sedan Segment
Hyundai Azera's long list of features has been expanded and upgraded once again for the 2009 model year, adding to its outstanding reputation for luxury and value in the premium sedan segment. Updates to the 2009 Azera include improved steering and suspension for better ride and handling on all models, new blue interior lighting, chrome interior accents, more distinctive chrome grille, redesigned alloy wheels and first-ever standard iPod®/USB and auxiliary inputs. Mid-year model changes carried over into the 2009 Azera include an LG in-dash navigation system. This more competitive Azera features no price increase for the GLS or Limited base models.
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GLS $24,970
Limited $28,920
Engine
GLS
Limited
Type: Aluminum block/aluminum-alloy
V6
V6
Displacement (liters)
3.3
3.8
Horsepower @ rpm
234@6000
263@6000
Torque (lb.-ft)
226@3500
257@4500
Compression ratio
10.4:1
10.4:1
Valve train
24-valve DOHC w/ CVVT
24-valve DOHC w/ CVVT
Fuel system: Multi-port Programmed Fuel Injection
Ignition system: electronic
Transmission
GLS
Limited
Drive configuration: front wheel drive
Type: 5-speed automatic with overdrive, shift
interlock and SHIFTRONIC®
Final drive ratio (AT)
3.333:1
3.333:1
Suspension
GLS
Limited
Front suspension: double wishbone with coil springs
Rear suspension: multi-link with coil springs
Twin-tube gas shock absorbers
Power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering with an
engine-RPM-sensing feature