AUDI A6 Avant (C8)
Car comparison
AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 45 TDI V6 · Stage 3vsAUDI A6 Avant (C8) 45 TDI V6 · Stage 2vsAUDI A6 Avant (C8) 45 TDI V6 · Stage 1vsAUDI A6 Avant (C8) 45 TDI V6
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)
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45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)
AUDI A6 Avant (C8)
45 TDI V6
Comparison overview
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Best choices
AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 358 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h4.9 s
- Fastest top speed284 km/h176 mph
- Most powerful358 hp267 kW
- Highest torque800 Nm590 lb-ft
- Lightest1,890 kg4,167 lb
- Best power-to-weight189 hp/t141 kW/t5.3 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.9 L/100 km39.9 mpg US47.9 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption6.5 L/100 km36.2 mpg US43.5 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.6 L/100 km42.0 mpg US50.4 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions155 g/km
- Best estimated range1,068 km663 mi
- Largest trunk565 L
- Best overall score81/100
- Best performance score78/100
- Best economy score91/100
- Best practicality score87/100
Specification comparison
| Model | AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)358 hp | AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp |
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| Power | 358hp267kW+127 hp | 312hp233kW+81 hp | 277hp207kW+46 hp | 231hp172kW |
| Torque | 800Nm590lb-ft+300 Nm | 700Nm516lb-ft+200 Nm | 625Nm461lb-ft+125 Nm | 500Nm369lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,890kg4,167lb | 1,890kg4,167lb | 1,890kg4,167lb | 1,890kg4,167lb |
| Gross weight | 2,560kg5,644lb | 2,560kg5,644lb | 2,560kg5,644lb | 2,560kg5,644lb |
| Top speed | 284 km/h 176 mph | 273 km/h 170 mph | 263 km/h 163 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 57.4s99% target: 281 km/h / 175 mph-18.5 s Calculated | 62.1s99% target: 270 km/h / 168 mph-13.8 s Calculated | 65.7s99% target: 260 km/h / 162 mph-10.2 s Calculated | 75.9s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9s-1.6 s | 5.4s-1.1 s | 5.8s-0.7 s | 6.5s |
| 0-200 km/h | 14.4s-7.3 s Calculated | 16.6s-5.2 s Calculated | 18.8s-3.0 s Calculated | 21.8s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.7s-1.5 s Calculated | 5.1s-1.0 s Calculated | 5.5s-0.7 s Calculated | 6.2s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 5.9L/100 km39.9mpg US47.9mpg UK | 5.9L/100 km39.9mpg US47.9mpg UK | 5.9L/100 km39.9mpg US47.9mpg UK | 5.9L/100 km39.9mpg US47.9mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg 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 | 12.8s-1.6 s Calculated | 13.4s-1.1 s Calculated | 13.8s-0.7 s Calculated | 14.5s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 189hp/t141kW/t86hp/1000 lb Calculated | 165hp/t123kW/t75hp/1000 lb Calculated | 147hp/t109kW/t67hp/1000 lb Calculated | 122hp/t91kW/t55hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 423Nm/t283lb-ft/ton Calculated | 370Nm/t248lb-ft/ton Calculated | 331Nm/t221lb-ft/ton Calculated | 265Nm/t177lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,068km663mi Calculated | 1,068km663mi Calculated | 1,068km663mi Calculated | 1,068km663mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,967cc181cu in | 2,967cc181cu in | 2,967cc181cu in | 2,967cc181cu in |
| Length | 4,939mm194in | 4,939mm194in | 4,939mm194in | 4,939mm194in |
| Width | 1,886mm74in | 1,886mm74in | 1,886mm74in | 1,886mm74in |
| Height | 1,467mm58in | 1,467mm58in | 1,467mm58in | 1,467mm58in |
| Wheelbase | 2,924mm115in | 2,924mm115in | 2,924mm115in | 2,924mm115in |
| Front track | 1,630mm64in | 1,630mm64in | 1,630mm64in | 1,630mm64in |
| Rear track | 1,617mm64in | 1,617mm64in | 1,617mm64in | 1,617mm64in |
| Trunk volume | 565L | 565L | 565L | 565L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 63L | 63L | 63L | 63L |
| CO2 emissions | 155g/km | 155g/km | 155g/km | 155g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 358 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 2) 312 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 1) 277 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 45 TDI V6 231 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)358 hp | 3,250-4,750 rpm | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 5,000 rpm |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | 3,250-4,750 rpm | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 5,000 rpm |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | 3,250-4,750 rpm | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 5,000 rpm |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp | 3,250-4,750 rpm | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 5,000 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)358 hp | AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.7 s | 5.1 s | 5.5 s | 6.2 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.9 s | 5.4 s | 5.8 s | 6.5 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 14.4 s | 16.6 s | 18.8 s | 21.8 s |
| Top speed | 284 km/h 176 mph | 273 km/h 170 mph | 263 km/h 163 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Likely limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.3 s | 2.4 s | 2.4 s | 2.5 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.8 s | 6.0 s | 6.2 s | 6.5 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.6 s | 8.9 s | 9.2 s | 9.6 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.9 s | 11.3 s | 11.7 s | 12.3 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 12.8 s | 13.4 s | 13.8 s | 14.5 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 188 km/h 117 mph | 180 km/h 112 mph | 173 km/h 108 mph | 165 km/h 103 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)358 hp | 358 hp 267 kW |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | 312 hp 233 kW |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | 277 hp 207 kW |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp | 231 hp 172 kW |
AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 358 hp has 127 hp more than AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 45 TDI V6 231 hp.
The biggest power difference is between AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 45 TDI V6 231 hp and AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 358 hp: 127 hp (95 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)358 hp | 800 Nm 590 lb-ft |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | 625 Nm 461 lb-ft |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)358 hp | 1,890 kg 4,167 lb |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | 1,890 kg 4,167 lb |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | 1,890 kg 4,167 lb |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp | 1,890 kg 4,167 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)358 hp | 284 km/h 176 mph |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | 273 km/h 170 mph |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | 263 km/h 163 mph |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)358 hp | 4.9 s |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | 5.4 s |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | 5.8 s |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp | 6.5 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 358 hp and AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 45 TDI V6 231 hp: 1.6 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 2) 312 hp and AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 1) 277 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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| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)358 hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 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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| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)358 hp | 189 hp/t 141 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | 147 hp/t 109 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp | 122 hp/t 91 kW/t 8.2 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)358 hp | 1,068 km 663 mi |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | 1,068 km 663 mi |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | 1,068 km 663 mi |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp | 1,068 km 663 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)358 hp | 358 hp 267 kW | 4.9 s | 284 km/h 176 mph |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | 312 hp 233 kW | 5.4 s | 273 km/h 170 mph |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | 277 hp 207 kW | 5.8 s | 263 km/h 163 mph |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp | 231 hp 172 kW | 6.5 s | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 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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| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)358 hp |
| 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp |
| 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp |
| 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp |
| 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | ||||||
AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 358 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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| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)358 hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | 4.9 s |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | 5.4 s |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | 5.8 s |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | 6.5 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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| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)358 hp | 189 hp/t 141 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | 147 hp/t 109 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp | 122 hp/t 91 kW/t 8.2 kg/hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)358 hp | AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | AUDIA6 Avant (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 358 hp 267 kW | 312 hp 233 kW | 277 hp 207 kW | 231 hp 172 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 800 Nm 590 lb-ft | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft | 625 Nm 461 lb-ft | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.9 s | 5.4 s | 5.8 s | 6.5 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 284 km/h 176 mph | 273 km/h 170 mph | 263 km/h 163 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,890 kg 4,167 lb | 1,890 kg 4,167 lb | 1,890 kg 4,167 lb | 1,890 kg 4,167 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,068 km 663 mi | 1,068 km 663 mi | 1,068 km 663 mi | 1,068 km 663 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 155 g/km | 155 g/km | 155 g/km | 155 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 565 L 20.0 cu ft | 565 L 20.0 cu ft | 565 L 20.0 cu ft | 565 L 20.0 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 189 hp/t 141 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp | 147 hp/t 109 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp | 122 hp/t 91 kW/t 8.2 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 358 hp | AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 2) 312 hp | AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 1) 277 hp | AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 45 TDI V6 231 hp |
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| Consumption | 5.9 L/100 km39.9 mpg US47.9 mpg UK | 5.9 L/100 km39.9 mpg US47.9 mpg UK | 5.9 L/100 km39.9 mpg US47.9 mpg UK | 5.9 L/100 km39.9 mpg US47.9 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 10.33 LC100 km | 10.33 LC100 km | 10.33 LC100 km | 10.33 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 16.62 LC100 mi | 16.62 LC100 mi | 16.62 LC100 mi | 16.62 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 885 L234 US gal195 UK gal | 885 L234 US gal195 UK gal | 885 L234 US gal195 UK gal | 885 L234 US gal195 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,549 LC/year | 1,549 LC/year | 1,549 LC/year | 1,549 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 358 hp
- Has 46 hp more
- Has 100 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 11 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 24 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 A6 Avant (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 2) 312 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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