Jack Quick
2025 Lotus Emira revives old nameplate with power bump to match
Lotus has gone back to the 80s with its latest update to the Emira. Thanks to a power bump the new Turbo SE is also the quickest Emira ever.
2 Years Ago
Audi TT vs Lotus Emira
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2023 Audi TT - Base
2.0L, 7-speed auto, 3-door Coupe, Petrol, 4x4
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2024 Lotus Emira - First Edition
2.0L, 8-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD
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Overview
Variant
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Variant
First Edition
Body type
Coupe
Body type
Coupe
Engine size
2.0 L
Engine size
2.0 L
Drive type
4x4
Drive type
Rear
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.0 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
9.2 / 100 km
Power and torque
180kW / 370Nm
Power and torque
268kW / 430Nm
786km
667km
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
3 years
Doors
3
Doors
2
Seats
4
Seats
2
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
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Safety rating
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Specifications
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Transmission: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: 0
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: 0
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
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Voice Activating System
AI-Powered: yes
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Manufacturer'S Own
Navigational Systems
Controls: Knobs/Touch Buttons
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 36
Screen Size (in): 12.30
Traffic Info: yes
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: Satellite View
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 36
Screen Size (in): 10.25
Traffic Info: yes
Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Over Air Updates
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Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Auto Park & Perpendicular & Exit
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Memorised Adjustment
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Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Telematics
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Telematics
Tracker System: yes
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 135
CO2 Level (Combined): 161
CO2 Level (Urban): 205
Standard Met: EU6
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Bore Engine: 82.5
Engine (cc): 1984
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Chh C
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 92.8
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Engine
Engine (cc): 1991
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 14.5
Main Capacity (L): 55
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 12.1
Main Gas Capacity Gal: 14.5
Main Gas Capacity (L): 55
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 10.25
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 786
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 488
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 14.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 40
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 34
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 16.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 48
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 40
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 11.1
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 9.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 31
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 26
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 667
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 414
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 10.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 9.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 31
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 26
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
WLTP ICE Standard: Wltp Ice
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 5.2
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 4.4
Maximum Speed (km/h): 275
Maximum Speed (mph): 171
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 245
Maximum Power (kW): 180
Maximum Torque (Nm): 370
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1600
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 364
Maximum Power (kW): 268
Maximum Torque (Nm): 430
Measurement Standard: DIN
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3000
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.0
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 9.2
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full And Part-Time
Manufacturer Name: Quattro
Selection: Automatic
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Transmission
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Painted Calipers: yes
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Responsive Suspension
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Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Wishbone
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Alternate Suspension
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Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 20
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 20
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 245
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 95
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Performance Tires: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 101
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Performance Tires: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 30
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 295
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 20
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 10.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Body Style
Body Type: Coupe
Local Body Type: Coupe
Platform Code: MQB
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Coupe
Local Body Type: Coupe
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Electrically Deployed Trunk/Hatch Spoiler: yes
Location: Boot/Hatch
Spoiler
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Black Trim
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Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Exhaust Pipe: yes
Sport Exhaust Pipe
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Sport Exhaust Pipe
Driver-Controlled Valve Flap on Sport Exhaust Pipe: yes
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 25.1
Rear Seat Down (L): 712
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 10.8
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 305
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’S Own
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 5.3
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 151
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 61.9
Front Track (mm): 1572
Overall Height (in): 53.3
Overall Height (mm): 1353
Overall Length (in): 165.0
Overall Length (mm): 4191
Overall Width (in): 72.1
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 77.4
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 1966
Overall Width (mm): 1832
Rear Track (in): 61.1
Rear Track (mm): 1552
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 36.0
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10960
Wheelbase (in): 98.6
Wheelbase (mm): 2505
External Dimensions
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.1
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 129
Overall Height (in): 48.6
Overall Height (mm): 1235
Overall Length (in): 173.7
Overall Length (mm): 4413
Overall Width Folded Mirror (in): 74.6
Overall Width Folded Mirror (mm): 1896
Overall Width (in): 78.1
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 82.4
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2092
Overall Width (mm): 1985
Wheelbase (in): 101.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2570
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.1
Front Headroom (mm): 993
Rear Headroom (in): 33.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 858
Front Hip Room (in): 57.0
Front Hip Room (mm): 1449
Front Shoulder Room (in): 53.6
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1362
Internal Dimensions
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Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Rear Door
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Exterior Door Handles
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Exterior Door Handles
Flush Handles: Manual
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Fog Light Function: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlight Control
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Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: Green
Type: Metallic
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Auto-Dimming Passenger Door Mirrors: yes
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1735
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3825
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (kg): 1410
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (lb): 3109
Kerb Weight Includes Driver: yes
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1410
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3109
Tare Weight (kg): 1376
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 0
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1455
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3208
Tare Weight (kg): 1453
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Power (W): 680
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Power (W): 560
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
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Speakers
Manufacturer Name: Audi Sound System
Number of Speakers: 8
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Speakers
Brand: Other
Number of Speakers: 10
Subwoofer: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Cargo Area
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Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Leather
Interior Trim
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Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Airbags
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Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Integrated: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Head Restraints
Front Seats Integrated: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts
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Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
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Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
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Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Overtaking Sensor
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Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Memory
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Branded
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Branded
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Premium Leather
Main Seat Material: Premium Leather
Seating
Capacity: 4
Configuration: 2+2
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Service
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