Seat Leon III ST · Facelift 2016
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Seat Leon III ST · Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI · Stage 3vsSeat Leon III ST · Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI · Stage 2vsSeat Leon III ST · Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI · Stage 1vsSeat Leon III ST · Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparisonSeat Leon III ST · Facelift 2016
2.0 TDI (Stage 2)
Seat Leon III ST · Facelift 2016
2.0 TDI (Stage 1)
Seat Leon III ST · Facelift 2016
2.0 TDI
Comparison overview
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Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.0 s
- Fastest top speed266 km/h165 mph
- Most powerful285 hp213 kW
- Highest torque608 Nm448 lb-ft
- Lightest1,380 kg3,042 lb
- Best power-to-weight207 hp/t154 kW/t4.8 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.5 L/100 km52.3 mpg US62.8 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption5.3 L/100 km44.4 mpg US53.3 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.0 L/100 km58.8 mpg US70.6 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions117 g/km
- Best estimated range1,222 km759 mi
- Largest trunk587 L
- Best overall score75/100
- Best performance score69/100
- Best economy score95/100
- Best practicality score87/100
Specification comparison
| Model | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp |
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| Power | 285hp213kW+101 hp | 248hp185kW+64 hp | 221hp165kW+37 hp | 184hp137kW |
| Torque | 608Nm448lb-ft+228 Nm | 532Nm392lb-ft+152 Nm | 475Nm350lb-ft+95 Nm | 380Nm280lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,380kg3,042lb | 1,380kg3,042lb | 1,380kg3,042lb | 1,380kg3,042lb |
| Gross weight | 2,010kg4,431lb | 2,010kg4,431lb | 2,010kg4,431lb | 2,010kg4,431lb |
| Top speed | 266 km/h 165 mph | 253 km/h 157 mph | 243 km/h 151 mph | 226 km/h 140 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 60.0s99% target: 263 km/h / 164 mph-11.4 s Calculated | 64.1s99% target: 250 km/h / 156 mph-7.3 s Calculated | 67.4s99% target: 241 km/h / 149 mph-4.0 s Calculated | 71.4s99% target: 224 km/h / 139 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.0s-1.9 s | 6.6s-1.4 s | 7.0s-0.9 s | 7.9s |
| 0-200 km/h | 17.9s-14.0 s Calculated | 21.1s-10.8 s Calculated | 24.3s-7.6 s Calculated | 31.9s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.7s-1.8 s Calculated | 6.3s-1.3 s Calculated | 6.7s-0.8 s Calculated | 7.5s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 4.5L/100 km52.3mpg US62.8mpg UK | 4.5L/100 km52.3mpg US62.8mpg UK | 4.5L/100 km52.3mpg US62.8mpg UK | 4.5L/100 km52.3mpg US62.8mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 5.3L/100 km44.4mpg US53.3mpg UK | 5.3L/100 km44.4mpg US53.3mpg UK | 5.3L/100 km44.4mpg US53.3mpg UK | 5.3L/100 km44.4mpg US53.3mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4L/100 km58.8mpg US70.6mpg UK | 4L/100 km58.8mpg US70.6mpg UK | 4L/100 km58.8mpg US70.6mpg UK | 4L/100 km58.8mpg US70.6mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.9s-1.8 s Calculated | 14.5s-1.2 s Calculated | 14.9s-0.8 s Calculated | 15.7s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 207hp/t154kW/t94hp/1000 lb Calculated | 180hp/t134kW/t82hp/1000 lb Calculated | 160hp/t119kW/t73hp/1000 lb Calculated | 133hp/t99kW/t60hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 441Nm/t295lb-ft/ton Calculated | 386Nm/t258lb-ft/ton Calculated | 344Nm/t230lb-ft/ton Calculated | 275Nm/t184lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,222km759mi Calculated | 1,222km759mi Calculated | 1,222km759mi Calculated | 1,222km759mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in |
| Length | 4,549mm179in | 4,549mm179in | 4,549mm179in | 4,549mm179in |
| Width | 1,816mm71in | 1,816mm71in | 1,816mm71in | 1,816mm71in |
| Height | 1,454mm57in | 1,454mm57in | 1,454mm57in | 1,454mm57in |
| Wheelbase | 2,636mm104in | 2,636mm104in | 2,636mm104in | 2,636mm104in |
| Front track | 1,549mm61in | 1,549mm61in | 1,549mm61in | 1,549mm61in |
| Rear track | 1,520mm60in | 1,520mm60in | 1,520mm60in | 1,520mm60in |
| Trunk volume | 587L | 587L | 587L | 587L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,470L | 1,470L | 1,470L | 1,470L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 55L | 55L | 55L | 55L |
| CO2 emissions | 117g/km | 117g/km | 117g/km | 117g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp: Power / Torque
- Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 248 hp: Power / Torque
- Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 221 hp: Power / Torque
- Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI 184 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.7 s | 6.3 s | 6.7 s | 7.5 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.0 s | 6.6 s | 7.0 s | 7.9 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 17.9 s | 21.1 s | 24.3 s | 31.9 s |
| Top speed | 266 km/h 165 mph | 253 km/h 157 mph | 243 km/h 151 mph | 226 km/h 140 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.6 s | 2.6 s | 2.7 s | 2.8 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.4 s | 6.6 s | 6.8 s | 7.0 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.3 s | 9.7 s | 10.0 s | 10.4 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.8 s | 12.3 s | 12.7 s | 13.3 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.9 s | 14.5 s | 14.9 s | 15.7 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 176 km/h 109 mph | 168 km/h 104 mph | 161 km/h 100 mph | 152 km/h 94 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 285 hp 213 kW |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 248 hp 185 kW |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 221 hp 165 kW |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp | 184 hp 137 kW |
Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp has 101 hp more than Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI 184 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI 184 hp and Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp: 101 hp (75 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 608 Nm 448 lb-ft |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 532 Nm 392 lb-ft |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 475 Nm 350 lb-ft |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp | 380 Nm 280 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 1,380 kg 3,042 lb |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 1,380 kg 3,042 lb |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 1,380 kg 3,042 lb |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp | 1,380 kg 3,042 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 266 km/h 165 mph |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 253 km/h 157 mph |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 243 km/h 151 mph |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp | 226 km/h 140 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 Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp and Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI 184 hp: 1.9 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 248 hp and Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 221 hp, separated by only 0.5 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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| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 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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| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 207 hp/t 154 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 180 hp/t 134 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 160 hp/t 119 kW/t 6.2 kg/hp |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp | 133 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.5 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 1,222 km 759 mi |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 1,222 km 759 mi |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 1,222 km 759 mi |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp | 1,222 km 759 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 285 hp 213 kW | 6.0 s | 266 km/h 165 mph |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 248 hp 185 kW | 6.6 s | 253 km/h 157 mph |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 221 hp 165 kW | 7.0 s | 243 km/h 151 mph |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp | 184 hp 137 kW | 7.9 s | 226 km/h 140 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp |
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| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp |
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| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp |
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| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp |
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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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| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp |
| 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp |
| 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp |
| 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp |
| 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | ||||||
Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 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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| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 6.0 s |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 6.6 s |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 7.0 s |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 7.9 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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| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 207 hp/t 154 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 180 hp/t 134 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 160 hp/t 119 kW/t 6.2 kg/hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp | 133 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.5 kg/hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 285 hp 213 kW | 248 hp 185 kW | 221 hp 165 kW | 184 hp 137 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 608 Nm 448 lb-ft | 532 Nm 392 lb-ft | 475 Nm 350 lb-ft | 380 Nm 280 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.0 s | 6.6 s | 7.0 s | 7.9 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 266 km/h 165 mph | 253 km/h 157 mph | 243 km/h 151 mph | 226 km/h 140 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,380 kg 3,042 lb | 1,380 kg 3,042 lb | 1,380 kg 3,042 lb | 1,380 kg 3,042 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,222 km 759 mi | 1,222 km 759 mi | 1,222 km 759 mi | 1,222 km 759 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 117 g/km | 117 g/km | 117 g/km | 117 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 587 L 20.7 cu ft | 587 L 20.7 cu ft | 587 L 20.7 cu ft | 587 L 20.7 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 207 hp/t 154 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | 180 hp/t 134 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 160 hp/t 119 kW/t 6.2 kg/hp | 133 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.5 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp | Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 248 hp | Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 221 hp | Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI 184 hp |
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| Consumption | 4.5 L/100 km52.3 mpg US62.8 mpg UK | 4.5 L/100 km52.3 mpg US62.8 mpg UK | 4.5 L/100 km52.3 mpg US62.8 mpg UK | 4.5 L/100 km52.3 mpg US62.8 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 7.88 LC100 km | 7.88 LC100 km | 7.88 LC100 km | 7.88 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 12.67 LC100 mi | 12.67 LC100 mi | 12.67 LC100 mi | 12.67 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 675 L178 US gal148 UK gal | 675 L178 US gal148 UK gal | 675 L178 US gal148 UK gal | 675 L178 US gal148 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,181 LC/year | 1,181 LC/year | 1,181 LC/year | 1,181 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp
- Has 37 hp more
- Has 76 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 13 km/h (8 mph) higher top speed
- Has 27 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
Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 248 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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