AUDI A3 Sedan (8V)
Car comparison
AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 1.8 TFSI · Stage 3vsAUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 1.8 TFSI · Stage 2vsAUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 1.8 TFSI · Stage 1vsAUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 1.8 TFSI
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparisonAUDI A3 Sedan (8V)
1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)
AUDI A3 Sedan (8V)
1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)
AUDI A3 Sedan (8V)
1.8 TFSI
Comparison overview
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Best choices
AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 3) 270 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.3 s
- Fastest top speed264 km/h164 mph
- Most powerful270 hp201 kW
- Highest torque434 Nm320 lb-ft
- Lightest1,395 kg3,075 lb
- Best power-to-weight194 hp/t144 kW/t5.2 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.6 L/100 km35.6 mpg US42.8 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption8.2 L/100 km28.7 mpg US34.4 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.6 L/100 km42.0 mpg US50.4 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions152 g/km
- Best estimated range833 km518 mi
- Largest trunk390 L
- Best overall score68/100
- Best performance score67/100
- Best economy score89/100
- Best practicality score70/100
Specification comparison
| Model | AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp |
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| Power | 270hp201kW+90 hp | 234hp174kW+54 hp | 212hp158kW+32 hp | 180hp134kW |
| Torque | 434Nm320lb-ft+154 Nm | 378Nm279lb-ft+98 Nm | 342Nm252lb-ft+62 Nm | 280Nm207lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,395kg3,075lb | 1,395kg3,075lb | 1,395kg3,075lb | 1,395kg3,075lb |
| Gross weight | 1,945kg4,288lb | 1,945kg4,288lb | 1,945kg4,288lb | 1,945kg4,288lb |
| Top speed | 264 km/h 164 mph | 253 km/h 157 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph | 235 km/h 146 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 51.6s99% target: 261 km/h / 162 mph-10.8 s Calculated | 55.4s99% target: 250 km/h / 156 mph-7.0 s Calculated | 57.9s99% target: 244 km/h / 151 mph-4.5 s Calculated | 62.4s99% target: 233 km/h / 145 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.3s-1.5 s | 5.8s-1.0 s | 6.1s-0.7 s | 6.8s |
| 0-200 km/h | 15.8s-9.0 s Calculated | 18.4s-6.4 s Calculated | 20.4s-4.3 s Calculated | 24.8s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.1s-1.4 s Calculated | 5.5s-1.0 s Calculated | 5.9s-0.6 s Calculated | 6.5s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.6L/100 km35.6mpg US42.8mpg UK | 6.6L/100 km35.6mpg US42.8mpg UK | 6.6L/100 km35.6mpg US42.8mpg UK | 6.6L/100 km35.6mpg US42.8mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK | 8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK | 8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK | 8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.6L/100 km42mpg US50.4mpg UK | 5.6L/100 km42mpg US50.4mpg UK | 5.6L/100 km42mpg US50.4mpg UK | 5.6L/100 km42mpg US50.4mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.2s-1.6 s Calculated | 13.8s-1.0 s Calculated | 14.1s-0.6 s Calculated | 14.8s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 194hp/t144kW/t88hp/1000 lb Calculated | 168hp/t125kW/t76hp/1000 lb Calculated | 152hp/t114kW/t69hp/1000 lb Calculated | 129hp/t96kW/t59hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 311Nm/t208lb-ft/ton Calculated | 271Nm/t181lb-ft/ton Calculated | 245Nm/t164lb-ft/ton Calculated | 201Nm/t134lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 833km518mi Calculated | 833km518mi Calculated | 833km518mi Calculated | 833km518mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,798cc110cu in | 1,798cc110cu in | 1,798cc110cu in | 1,798cc110cu in |
| Length | 4,456mm175in | 4,456mm175in | 4,456mm175in | 4,456mm175in |
| Width | 1,796mm71in | 1,796mm71in | 1,796mm71in | 1,796mm71in |
| Height | 1,416mm56in | 1,416mm56in | 1,416mm56in | 1,416mm56in |
| Wheelbase | 2,637mm104in | 2,637mm104in | 2,637mm104in | 2,637mm104in |
| Front track | 1,555mm61in | 1,555mm61in | 1,555mm61in | 1,555mm61in |
| Rear track | 1,526mm60in | 1,526mm60in | 1,526mm60in | 1,526mm60in |
| Trunk volume | 390L | 390L | 390L | 390L |
| Max trunk volume | 845L | 845L | 845L | 845L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 55L | 55L | 55L | 55L |
| CO2 emissions | 152g/km | 152g/km | 152g/km | 152g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 3) 270 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 2) 234 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 1) 212 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 1.8 TFSI 180 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 4,500-6,200 rpm | 1,350-4,500 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 4,500-6,200 rpm | 1,350-4,500 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 4,500-6,200 rpm | 1,350-4,500 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 4,500-6,200 rpm | 1,350-4,500 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.1 s | 5.5 s | 5.9 s | 6.5 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.3 s | 5.8 s | 6.1 s | 6.8 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 15.8 s | 18.4 s | 20.4 s | 24.8 s |
| Top speed | 264 km/h 164 mph | 253 km/h 157 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph | 235 km/h 146 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.4 s | 2.5 s | 2.5 s | 2.6 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.0 s | 6.2 s | 6.4 s | 6.6 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.8 s | 9.2 s | 9.4 s | 9.8 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.2 s | 11.7 s | 12.0 s | 12.5 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.2 s | 13.8 s | 14.1 s | 14.8 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 183 km/h 114 mph | 175 km/h 109 mph | 170 km/h 106 mph | 162 km/h 100 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 270 hp 201 kW |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 234 hp 174 kW |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 212 hp 158 kW |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW |
AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 3) 270 hp has 90 hp more than AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 1.8 TFSI 180 hp.
The biggest power difference is between AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 1.8 TFSI 180 hp and AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 3) 270 hp: 90 hp (67 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 434 Nm 320 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 378 Nm 279 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 342 Nm 252 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 280 Nm 207 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 1,395 kg 3,075 lb |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 1,395 kg 3,075 lb |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 1,395 kg 3,075 lb |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 1,395 kg 3,075 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 264 km/h 164 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 253 km/h 157 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 246 km/h 153 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 235 km/h 146 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 5.3 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 5.8 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 6.1 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 6.8 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 3) 270 hp and AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 1.8 TFSI 180 hp: 1.5 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 2) 234 hp and AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 1) 212 hp, separated by only 0.4 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 194 hp/t 144 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 168 hp/t 125 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 152 hp/t 114 kW/t 6.6 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 129 hp/t 96 kW/t 7.7 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 833 km 518 mi |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 833 km 518 mi |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 833 km 518 mi |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 833 km 518 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 270 hp 201 kW | 5.3 s | 264 km/h 164 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 234 hp 174 kW | 5.8 s | 253 km/h 157 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 212 hp 158 kW | 6.1 s | 246 km/h 153 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW | 6.8 s | 235 km/h 146 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp |
| 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp |
| 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp |
| 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp |
| 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | ||||||
AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 3) 270 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 5.3 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 5.8 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 6.1 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 6.8 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 194 hp/t 144 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 168 hp/t 125 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 152 hp/t 114 kW/t 6.6 kg/hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | 129 hp/t 96 kW/t 7.8 kg/hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 3)270 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 2)234 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI (Stage 1)212 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)1.8 TFSI180 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 270 hp 201 kW | 234 hp 174 kW | 212 hp 158 kW | 180 hp 134 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 434 Nm 320 lb-ft | 378 Nm 279 lb-ft | 342 Nm 252 lb-ft | 280 Nm 207 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.3 s | 5.8 s | 6.1 s | 6.8 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 264 km/h 164 mph | 253 km/h 157 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph | 235 km/h 146 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,395 kg 3,075 lb | 1,395 kg 3,075 lb | 1,395 kg 3,075 lb | 1,395 kg 3,075 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 833 km 518 mi | 833 km 518 mi | 833 km 518 mi | 833 km 518 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 152 g/km | 152 g/km | 152 g/km | 152 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 390 L 13.8 cu ft | 390 L 13.8 cu ft | 390 L 13.8 cu ft | 390 L 13.8 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 194 hp/t 144 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp | 168 hp/t 125 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp | 152 hp/t 114 kW/t 6.6 kg/hp | 129 hp/t 96 kW/t 7.8 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 3) 270 hp | AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 2) 234 hp | AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 1) 212 hp | AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 1.8 TFSI 180 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.6 L/100 km35.6 mpg US42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km35.6 mpg US42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km35.6 mpg US42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km35.6 mpg US42.8 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 11.55 LC100 km | 11.55 LC100 km | 11.55 LC100 km | 11.55 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 18.59 LC100 mi | 18.59 LC100 mi | 18.59 LC100 mi | 18.59 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 990 L262 US gal218 UK gal | 990 L262 US gal218 UK gal | 990 L262 US gal218 UK gal | 990 L262 US gal218 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,733 LC/year | 1,733 LC/year | 1,733 LC/year | 1,733 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 3) 270 hp
- Has 36 hp more
- Has 56 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 11 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 26 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 1.8 TFSI (Stage 2) 234 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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