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Overview
Variant
Workmate
Variant
Style
Body type
Cab Chassis
Body type
Utility
Engine size
2.8 L
Engine size
2.3 L
Drive type
Rear
Drive type
4x4
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.3 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
9.9 / 100 km
Power and torque
150kW / 420Nm
Power and torque
222kW / 452Nm
1096km
828km
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
2
Doors
4
Seats
2
Seats
5
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
5 Stars
Safety rating
5 Stars
Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: Unlimited
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Other
Voice Activating System
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Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 12.30
Traffic Info: yes
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 12.00
Traffic Info: yes
Remote Services
Find My Car: yes
Geo Fencing: yes
Months Subscription Included: 12
Speed Alert: yes
Remote Services
Driving History Analysis: yes
Months Subscription Included: 60
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
Telematics
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 1
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 3
Driver Modes
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Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
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Embedded Infotainment User Interface
UI Number of Months Online Services: Unlimited
Parking Assistance
—
Parking Assistance
Rear Automatic Braking Whilst: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Semi-Auto Park, Perpendicular & Exit
Parking Distance System
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Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor & Camera
Smart Card/Smart Key
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Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: 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): 188
CO2 Level (Combined): 192
CO2 Level (Urban): 200
Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 188
CO2 Level (Combined): 225
CO2 Level (Urban): 291
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Engine (cc): 2755
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: 1gd-Ftv
Engine (L): 2.8
Number of Cylinders: 4
Engine
Engine (cc): 2300
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.3
Number of Cylinders: 4
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 17.6
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.7
Main Capacity (L): 82
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 18.0
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 12.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Instrument Cluster
—
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1096
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 681
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 13.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 39
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 32
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 14.1
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.1
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 40
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 33
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 13.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 7.6
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 37
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 31
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 828
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 514
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 10.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 9.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 29
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 24
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 12.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 8.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 34
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 29
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 7.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 12.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 22
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 19
Performance
Maximum Speed (km/h): 176
Maximum Speed (mph): 109
Performance
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Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 204
Maximum Power (kW): 150
Maximum Torque (Nm): 420
Measurement Standard: DIN
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3400
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1400
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 302
Maximum Power (kW): 222
Maximum Torque (Nm): 452
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.3
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 9.9
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full And Part-Time
Selection: Manual & Automatic
Transmission
Code: Rc61f
Description: Manual
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Transmission
Code: 10r80
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Low High Gear Ranges: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 10
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Differential Lock
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Differential Lock
Location: Rear
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 2
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Type: Electric
Power Steering
—
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Leaf
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Leaf
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 112
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: S
Front Wheels Tire Type: All Terrain
Front Wheels Tire Width: 265
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 112
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: S
Rear Wheels Tire Type: All Terrain
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 265
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 20
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 255
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 20
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 29.0
Departure Angle: 26.0
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 30.0
Departure Angle: 25.6
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 12600
Front Overhang (in): 39.0
Front Overhang (mm): 990
Front Track (in): 60.2
Front Track (mm): 1530
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 8.8
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 224
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 41.3
Overall Height (in): 74.0
Overall Height (mm): 1880
Overall Length (in): 211.8
Overall Length (mm): 5380
Overall Width (in): 73.0
Overall Width (mm): 1855
Rear Overhang (in): 51.4
Rear Overhang (mm): 1305
Rear Track (in): 61.0
Rear Track (mm): 1550
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 44.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 13520
Wheelbase (in): 121.5
Wheelbase (mm): 3085
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 12800
Front Overhang (in): 34.1
Front Overhang (mm): 865
Front Track (in): 63.8
Front Track (mm): 1620
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 9.3
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 235
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 42.0
Overall Height (in): 74.3
Overall Height (mm): 1886
Overall Length (in): 210.6
Overall Length (mm): 5350
Overall Width (in): 75.2
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 86.9
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2208
Overall Width (mm): 1910
Rear Overhang (in): 47.8
Rear Overhang (mm): 1215
Rear Track (in): 65.0
Rear Track (mm): 1650
Wheelbase (in): 128.7
Wheelbase (mm): 3270
Cargo Area Dimensions
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Cargo Area Dimensions
Height (in): 20.8
Height (mm): 529
Length (in): 60.8
Length (mm): 1544
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 48.2
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1224
Body Style
Body Type: Cab Chassis
Cab Type: Single Cab
Local Body Type: Cab Chassis
Platform Code: IMV
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Utility
Cab Type: Double Cab
Local Body Type: Utility
Platform Code: T6.2
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Trailer Towing Preparation
—
Trailer Towing Preparation
Trailer Hitch: yes
Underbody Protection
—
Underbody Protection
Location: Engine
Black Trim
—
Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Step
—
Step
Step Location: Rear
Rear Step Type: Platform
Step Location: Side
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Chrome
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Chrome
Location: Rear
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
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Cargo Doors
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Cargo Doors
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 90
Rear Operation: Dropping Gate
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: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlight Control
Active High Beam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Matrix: yes
Paint
External Colour: Gray
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Chrome
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Chrome
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Fixed
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Rear Side Windows
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Rear Side Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Wind-Up
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Wind-Up
Rear View Mirror Camera
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Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1480
Front Axle Weight (lb): 3263
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2900
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 6393
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Train Weight (kg): 5800
Gross Train Weight (lb): 12787
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2950
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6504
Payload Allowance (kg): 1260
Payload Allowance (lb): 2778
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1690
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3726
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 1700
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 3748
Tare Weight (kg): 1631
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1490
Front Axle Weight (lb): 3285
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 3500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 7716
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Train Weight (kg): 6400
Gross Train Weight (lb): 14110
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3350
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 7386
Payload Allowance (kg): 957
Payload Allowance (lb): 2110
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2393
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 5276
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 1959
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 4319
Tare Weight (kg): 2334
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 350
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 2
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 9
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 Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Front Head Protection: yes
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Brakes: yes
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Steering Vibration: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 84.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 89.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20250101
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 82.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20311231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2025
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 82.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Sr5 Dual Cab Rhd
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 86.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 93.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20230401
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 74.0
ANCAP Rating Year: 2022
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 83.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Amarok Bi-T Aventura Lhd
Rear Seat Belts
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Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
Main Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Ventilation System
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Ventilation System
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Power Locks
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 10000
Distance (miles): 6214
Period (Months): 6
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Cargo Area
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Tray/Tub
Liner: Composite
Type: Straight Side
Interior Trim
—
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Synthetic Leather
Doors: Synthetic Leather
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Leather
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