Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222)
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Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 500 V8 · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 500 V8 · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 500 V8 · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 500 V8
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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S 500 V8 (Stage 2)
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S 500 V8 (Stage 1)
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222)
S 500 V8
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 500 V8 (Stage 3) 682 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h3.7 s
- Fastest top speed348 km/h216 mph
- Most powerful682 hp509 kW
- Highest torque1,085 Nm800 lb-ft
- Lightest1,975 kg4,354 lb
- Best power-to-weight346 hp/t258 kW/t2.9 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption9.3 L/100 km25.3 mpg US30.4 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption12.3 L/100 km19.1 mpg US23.0 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption7.6 L/100 km30.9 mpg US37.2 mpg UK
- Best estimated range860 km535 mi
- Largest trunk530 L
- Best overall score86/100
- Best performance score92/100
- Best economy score82/100
- Best practicality score73/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 3)682 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 2)591 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 1)537 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8455 hp |
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| Power | 682hp509kW+227 hp | 591hp441kW+136 hp | 537hp400kW+82 hp | 455hp339kW |
| Torque | 1,085Nm800lb-ft+385 Nm | 945Nm697lb-ft+245 Nm | 854Nm630lb-ft+154 Nm | 700Nm516lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,975kg4,354lb | 1,975kg4,354lb | 1,975kg4,354lb | 1,975kg4,354lb |
| Gross weight | 2,715kg5,986lb | 2,715kg5,986lb | 2,715kg5,986lb | 2,715kg5,986lb |
| Top speed | 348 km/h 216 mph | 331 km/h 206 mph | Unrestricted 330 km/h205 mph Restricted 320 km/h199 mph Calculated | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 41.7s99% target: 345 km/h / 214 mph-4.1 s Calculated | 46.2s99% target: 328 km/h / 204 mph+0.3 s Calculated | 50.8s99% target: 327 km/h / 203 mph+5.0 s Calculated | 45.8s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.7s-1.1 s | 4.1s-0.7 s | 4.3s-0.5 s | 4.8s |
| 0-200 km/h | 8.8s-5.4 s Calculated | 10.0s-4.1 s Calculated | 10.8s-3.3 s Calculated | 14.1s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 3.6s-1.0 s Calculated | 3.9s-0.7 s Calculated | 4.2s-0.4 s Calculated | 4.6s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 9.3L/100 km25.3mpg US30.4mpg UK | 9.3L/100 km25.3mpg US30.4mpg UK | 9.3L/100 km25.3mpg US30.4mpg UK | 9.3L/100 km25.3mpg US30.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 12.3L/100 km19.1mpg US23.0mpg UK | 12.3L/100 km19.1mpg US23.0mpg UK | 12.3L/100 km19.1mpg US23.0mpg UK | 12.3L/100 km19.1mpg US23.0mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 7.6L/100 km30.9mpg US37.2mpg UK | 7.6L/100 km30.9mpg US37.2mpg UK | 7.6L/100 km30.9mpg US37.2mpg UK | 7.6L/100 km30.9mpg US37.2mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 11.0s-1.7 s Calculated | 11.6s-1.1 s Calculated | 11.9s-0.8 s Calculated | 12.7s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 346hp/t258kW/t157hp/1000 lb Calculated | 299hp/t223kW/t136hp/1000 lb Calculated | 272hp/t203kW/t123hp/1000 lb Calculated | 230hp/t172kW/t104hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 549Nm/t368lb-ft/ton Calculated | 478Nm/t320lb-ft/ton Calculated | 432Nm/t289lb-ft/ton Calculated | 354Nm/t237lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 860km535mi Calculated | 860km535mi Calculated | 860km535mi Calculated | 860km535mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 4,663cc285cu in | 4,663cc285cu in | 4,663cc285cu in | 4,663cc285cu in |
| Length | 5,116mm201in | 5,116mm201in | 5,116mm201in | 5,116mm201in |
| Width | 1,899mm75in | 1,899mm75in | 1,899mm75in | 1,899mm75in |
| Height | 1,496mm59in | 1,496mm59in | 1,496mm59in | 1,496mm59in |
| Wheelbase | 3,035mm119in | 3,035mm119in | 3,035mm119in | 3,035mm119in |
| Front track | 1,624mm64in | 1,624mm64in | 1,624mm64in | 1,624mm64in |
| Rear track | 1,637mm64in | 1,637mm64in | 1,637mm64in | 1,637mm64in |
| Trunk volume | 530L | 530L | 530L | 530L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel tank | 80L | 80L | 80L | 80L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 500 V8 (Stage 3) 682 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 500 V8 (Stage 2) 591 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 500 V8 (Stage 1) 537 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 500 V8 455 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 3)682 hp | 5,250-5,500 rpm | 1,800-3,500 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 2)591 hp | 5,250-5,500 rpm | 1,800-3,500 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 1)537 hp | 5,250-5,500 rpm | 1,800-3,500 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8455 hp | 5,250-5,500 rpm | 1,800-3,500 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 3)682 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 2)591 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 1)537 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8455 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 3.6 s | 3.9 s | 4.2 s | 4.6 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 3.7 s | 4.1 s | 4.3 s | 4.8 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 8.8 s | 10.0 s | 10.8 s | 14.1 s |
0-200 mph 0-322 km/h | 24.5 s | 36.4 s | 41.2 s | - |
| Top speed | 348 km/h 216 mph | 331 km/h 206 mph | Unrestricted 330 km/h205 mph Restricted 320 km/h199 mph Likely limited | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.2 s | 2.2 s | 2.3 s | 2.3 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.2 s | 5.4 s | 5.6 s | 5.8 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 7.5 s | 7.8 s | 8.1 s | 8.5 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 9.4 s | 9.9 s | 10.2 s | 10.8 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 11.0 s | 11.6 s | 11.9 s | 12.7 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 231 km/h 144 mph | 218 km/h 135 mph | 212 km/h 132 mph | 190 km/h 118 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 3)682 hp | 682 hp 509 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 2)591 hp | 591 hp 441 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 1)537 hp | 537 hp 400 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8455 hp | 455 hp 339 kW |
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 500 V8 (Stage 3) 682 hp has 227 hp more than Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 500 V8 455 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 500 V8 455 hp and Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 500 V8 (Stage 3) 682 hp: 227 hp (170 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 3)682 hp | 1,085 Nm 800 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 2)591 hp | 945 Nm 697 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 1)537 hp | 854 Nm 630 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8455 hp | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 3)682 hp | 1,975 kg 4,354 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 2)591 hp | 1,975 kg 4,354 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 1)537 hp | 1,975 kg 4,354 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8455 hp | 1,975 kg 4,354 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 3)682 hp | 348 km/h 216 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 2)591 hp | 331 km/h 206 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 1)537 hp | Unrestricted 330 km/h205 mph Restricted 320 km/h199 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8455 hp | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 500 V8 (Stage 3) 682 hp and Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 500 V8 455 hp: 1.1 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 500 V8 (Stage 2) 591 hp and Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 500 V8 (Stage 1) 537 hp, separated by only 0.3 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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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 3)682 hp | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 2)591 hp | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 1)537 hp | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8455 hp | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 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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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 3)682 hp | 346 hp/t 258 kW/t 2.9 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 2)591 hp | 299 hp/t 223 kW/t 3.3 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 1)537 hp | 272 hp/t 203 kW/t 3.7 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8455 hp | 230 hp/t 172 kW/t 4.3 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 3)682 hp | 860 km 535 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 2)591 hp | 860 km 535 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 1)537 hp | 860 km 535 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8455 hp | 860 km 535 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 3)682 hp | 682 hp 509 kW | 3.7 s | 348 km/h 216 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 2)591 hp | 591 hp 441 kW | 4.1 s | 331 km/h 206 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 1)537 hp | 537 hp 400 kW | 4.3 s | Unrestricted 330 km/h205 mph Restricted 320 km/h199 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8455 hp | 455 hp 339 kW | 4.8 s | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 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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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 3)682 hp |
| 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 2)591 hp |
| 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 1)537 hp |
| 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8455 hp |
| 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 500 V8 (Stage 3) 682 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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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 3)682 hp | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK | 3.7 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 2)591 hp | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK | 4.1 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 1)537 hp | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK | 4.3 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8455 hp | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK | 4.8 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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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 3)682 hp | 346 hp/t 258 kW/t 2.9 kg/hp | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 2)591 hp | 299 hp/t 223 kW/t 3.3 kg/hp | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 1)537 hp | 272 hp/t 203 kW/t 3.7 kg/hp | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8455 hp | 230 hp/t 172 kW/t 4.3 kg/hp | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 3)682 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 2)591 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8 (Stage 1)537 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 500 V8455 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 682 hp 509 kW | 591 hp 441 kW | 537 hp 400 kW | 455 hp 339 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 1,085 Nm 800 lb-ft | 945 Nm 697 lb-ft | 854 Nm 630 lb-ft | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 3.7 s | 4.1 s | 4.3 s | 4.8 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 348 km/h 216 mph | 331 km/h 206 mph | Unrestricted 330 km/h205 mph Restricted 320 km/h199 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,975 kg 4,354 lb | 1,975 kg 4,354 lb | 1,975 kg 4,354 lb | 1,975 kg 4,354 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 860 km 535 mi | 860 km 535 mi | 860 km 535 mi | 860 km 535 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 530 L 18.7 cu ft | 530 L 18.7 cu ft | 530 L 18.7 cu ft | 530 L 18.7 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 346 hp/t 258 kW/t 2.9 kg/hp | 299 hp/t 223 kW/t 3.3 kg/hp | 272 hp/t 203 kW/t 3.7 kg/hp | 230 hp/t 172 kW/t 4.3 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 500 V8 (Stage 3) 682 hp | Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 500 V8 (Stage 2) 591 hp | Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 500 V8 (Stage 1) 537 hp | Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 500 V8 455 hp |
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| Consumption | 9.3 L/100 km25.3 mpg US30.4 mpg UK | 9.3 L/100 km25.3 mpg US30.4 mpg UK | 9.3 L/100 km25.3 mpg US30.4 mpg UK | 9.3 L/100 km25.3 mpg US30.4 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 16.28 LC100 km | 16.28 LC100 km | 16.28 LC100 km | 16.28 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 26.19 LC100 mi | 26.19 LC100 mi | 26.19 LC100 mi | 26.19 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,395 L369 US gal307 UK gal | 1,395 L369 US gal307 UK gal | 1,395 L369 US gal307 UK gal | 1,395 L369 US gal307 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,441 LC/year | 2,441 LC/year | 2,441 LC/year | 2,441 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 500 V8 (Stage 3) 682 hp
- Has 91 hp more
- Has 140 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 17 km/h (11 mph) higher top speed
- Has 46 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
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 500 V8 (Stage 2) 591 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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