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2018 Kia Forte
2018 Kia Forte Rebates and Incentives
Prices and Incentives
Dealer Price:
$16,800 - $21,700
Original MSRP:
$16,415 - $20,529
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NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
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| Overall Safety Rating | N/A |
2018 Kia Forte Review
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Warranty Information
| Basic: | 5 Years/60,000 Miles |
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Recalls Issued
| US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID | 22V031000 |
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| Mfg's Report Date | JAN 24, 2022 |
| Component | AIR BAGS |
| Number of Units Affected | 410619 |
| Summary | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Sedona, Soul, Soul EV, 2017-2018 Forte, and 2017 Forte Koup vehicles. The Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) cover may contact a memory chip on the printed circuit board and damage the electrical circuit. Circuit damage may result in deactivated air bags that will not deploy in a crash. |
| Consequence | Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash. |
| Remedy | Dealers will inspect the ACU, and either update the software or replace the unit, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 21, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC226. |
| Manufacturer Recall Number | SC226 |
2018 Kia Forte Models & Prices
2018 Kia Forte LX
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| LX Manual | $16,800 | $16,415 | $268 / Month* | |
| LX Auto | $17,900 | $17,185 | $280 / Month* | |
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2018 Kia Forte S
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| S Auto | $19,400 | $18,403 | $300 / Month* | |
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2018 Kia Forte EX
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| EX Auto | $21,700 | $20,529 | $335 / Month* | |
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2018 Kia Forte Features and Standard Equipment
EXTERIOR Features
| LX | S | EX | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auto Off Projector Beam Halogen Headlamps w/Delay-Off | • | ||
| Auto On/Off Projector Beam Halogen Headlamps w/Delay-Off | • | • | |
| Black Grille w/Chrome Surround | • | • | • |
| Black Side Windows Trim | • | • | |
| Body-Colored Door Handles | • | • | |
| Body-Colored Front Bumper | • | • | • |
| Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding | • | • | |
| Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator | • | ||
| Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent | • | • | • |
| Chrome Door Handles | • | ||
| Chrome Side Windows Trim | • | ||
| Clearcoat Paint | • | • | • |
| Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster | • | • | • |
| Front Fog Lamps | • | ||
| Front Windshield -inc: Sun Visor Strip | • | • | • |
| Fully Galvanized Steel Panels | • | • | • |
| LED Brakelights | • | ||
| Light Tinted Glass | • | • | • |
| Lip Spoiler | • | ||
| Perimeter/Approach Lights | • | ||
| Tire Mobility Kit | • | • | • |
| Tires: P195/65R15 | • | ||
| Tires: P205/55R16 | • | ||
| Tires: P215/45R17 | • | ||
| Trunk Rear Cargo Access | • | • | • |
| Variable Intermittent Wipers | • | • | |
| Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Wiper Park | • | ||
| Wheels w/Machined Accents | • | ||
| Wheels: 15" x 6.0" Steel w/Full Wheel Covers | • | ||
| Wheels: 16" x 6.5" Alloy w/Dark Inserts | • | ||
| Wheels: 17" x 7.0" Alloy | • |
INTERIOR Features
| LX | S | EX | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 12V DC Power Outlet | • | ||
| 1 Seatback Storage Pocket | • | • | |
| 2 12V DC Power Outlets | • | • | |
| 4-Way Passenger Seat -inc: Manual Recline and Fore/Aft Movement | • | • | • |
| 6-Way Driver Seat -inc: Manual Recline, Height Adjustment and Fore/Aft Movement | • | • | • |
| 60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat | • | • | • |
| Air Filtration | • | • | • |
| Analog Appearance | • | • | • |
| Cargo Area Concealed Storage | • | • | • |
| Cargo Features -inc: Tire Mobility Kit | • | • | • |
| Cargo Space Lights | • | • | • |
| Carpet Floor Trim and Carpet Trunk Lid/Rear Cargo Door Trim | • | • | • |
| Cloth Seat Trim | • | ||
| Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls | • | • | |
| Day-Night Rearview Mirror | • | • | • |
| Delayed Accessory Power | • | • | • |
| Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins | • | • | • |
| Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors | • | • | |
| Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination | • | ||
| Driver Foot Rest | • | • | • |
| Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning | • | ||
| Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting | • | • | • |
| FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access | • | • | • |
| Front Bucket Seats -inc: 6-way adjustable driver's seat | • | • | |
| Front Center Armrest | • | • | |
| Front Cupholder | • | • | • |
| Front Map Lights | • | • | |
| Full Carpet Floor Covering | • | • | • |
| Full Cloth Headliner | • | • | • |
| Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage and 1 12V DC Power Outlet | • | ||
| Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 2 12V DC Power Outlets | • | • | |
| Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer | • | • | • |
| Glove Box | • | ||
| Heated Front Bucket Seats -inc: 6-way adjustable driver's seat | • | ||
| HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts | • | • | |
| HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Console Ducts | • | ||
| Illuminated Glove Box | • | • | |
| Immobilizer | • | ||
| Interior Trim -inc: Chrome Interior Accents | • | • | |
| Interior Trim -inc: Simulated Carbon Fiber Instrument Panel Insert and Chrome Interior Accents | • | ||
| Knit & Woven Cloth Seat Trim | • | ||
| Leather Seat Trim | • | ||
| Leather Steering Wheel | • | • | |
| Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints | • | • | • |
| Manual Air Conditioning | • | • | |
| Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column | • | • | • |
| Outside Temp Gauge | • | • | • |
| Perimeter Alarm | • | • | • |
| Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver 1-Touch Down | • | • | |
| Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver And Passenger 1-Touch Up/Down | • | ||
| Power Door Locks | • | ||
| Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature | • | • | |
| Power Rear Windows | • | • | • |
| Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start | • | ||
| Rear Cupholder | • | • | • |
| Remote Keyless Entry w/Illuminated Entry and Panic Button | • | ||
| Remote Keyless Entry w/Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button | • | ||
| Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button | • | ||
| Remote Releases -Inc: Mechanical Cargo Access and Mechanical Fuel | • | • | |
| Remote Releases -Inc: Smart Trunk Proximity Cargo Access and Mechanical Fuel | • | ||
| Seats w/Cloth Back Material | • | • | |
| Seats w/Leatherette Back Material | • | ||
| Sliding Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest | • | ||
| Trip Computer | • | • | • |
| Urethane Gear Shifter Material | • | • | • |
| Vinyl Door Trim Insert | • | • | • |
MECHANICAL Features
| LX | S | EX | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13.2 Gal. Fuel Tank | • | • | • |
| 3.06 Axle Ratio | • | • | |
| 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist and Hill Hold Control | • | • | • |
| 4.33 Axle Ratio | • | ||
| 60-Amp/Hr 600CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection | • | • | |
| 68-Amp/Hr 600CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection | • | ||
| 90 Amp Alternator | • | • | • |
| Electric Power-Assist Steering | • | • | • |
| Engine: 2.0L I4 DOHC D-CVVT GDI | • | ||
| Engine: 2.0L I4 DOHC D-CVVT MPI | • | • | |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | • | • | • |
| Front-Wheel Drive | • | • | • |
| Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers | • | • | • |
| Single Stainless Steel Exhaust | • | ||
| Single Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher | • | • | |
| Sport Tuned Suspension | • | ||
| Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs | • | • | • |
| Torsion Beam Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs | • | • | • |
| Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic -inc: active eco system and Sportmatic | • | • | |
| Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic -inc: Sportmatic shifting, trunk lid trim and cruise control w/steering wheel mounted controls, 3.065 Axle Ratio | • | ||
| Transmission: 6-Speed Manual | • |
SAFETY Features
| LX | S | EX | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS And Driveline Traction Control | • | • | • |
| Airbag Occupancy Sensor | • | • | • |
| and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) | • | ||
| Blind Spot Detection (BSD) Blind Spot | • | ||
| Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags | • | • | • |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags | • | • | • |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags | • | • | • |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | • | • | • |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | • | • | • |
| Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners | • | • | • |
| Rear Child Safety Locks | • | • | • |
| Side Impact Beams | • | • | • |
ENTERTAINMENT Features
| LX | S | EX | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 LCD Monitors In The Front | • | • | |
| Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock and Speed Compensated Volume Control | • | ||
| Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control and Voice Activation | • | • | |
| Radio: AM/FM/CD/MP3 Audio System -inc: SiriusXM satellite radio, USB/auxiliary input jacks, 4 speakers, Bluetooth wireless technology and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls | • | ||
| Radio: UVO eServices Infotainment AM/FM/MP3 Audio -inc: SiriusXM satellite radio, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB/auxiliary input jacks, 7" touch-screen display, rearview camera, 6 speakers including tweeter speakers, Bluetooth wireless technology w/voice recognition, and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls | • | • | |
| Streaming Audio | • | • | • |
| Window Grid Antenna | • | • | • |
2018 Kia Forte Options and Addition Equipment
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT Options
| LX | S | EX | |
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| EX PREMIUM PLUS PACKAGE -inc: Xenon HID Headlights, dynamic bending lights, Supervision Meter Cluster, 4.2" thin film transistor (TFT) color LCD display (inside the meter cluster), Lane Keep Assist, Pedestrian Detection, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, Radio: UVO eServices Infotainment AM/FM/MP3, SiriusXM satellite radio, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, USB/auxiliary input jacks, 7" touch-screen display, Voice-command navigation, SiriusXM Traffic, rearview camera, 6 speakers, Bluetooth wireless technology w/voice recognition, and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls, Ventilated Front Seats, Power Sunroof, Leather-Wrapped Shift Knob, Lane Departure Warning System, 10-Way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, memory presets, Front Collision Warning System, Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) | • | ||
| LX POPULAR PACKAGE -inc: covered console w/dual 12v outlet and drive mode select, Auto-On/Off Headlights, Dual Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors, Front Passenger Seat Back Map Pocket, Overhead Map Light, Illuminated Ignition & Glovebox, Sunglass Holder, Cruise Control, steering wheel mounted controls, Rear Center Armrest w/Cupholders, Radio: UVO eServices Infotainment AM/FM/MP3, SiriusXM satellite radio, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, USB/auxiliary input jacks, 7" touch-screen display, rearview camera, 6 speakers including tweeter speakers, Bluetooth wireless technology w/voice recognition, and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls, Front Sliding Armrest, (vs, non-sliding on center console) | • | ||
| LX REAR CAMERA PACKAGE -inc: Rear Camera Display | • | ||
| RADIO: UVO ESERVICES INFOTAINMENT AM/FM/MP3 -inc: SiriusXM satellite radio, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, USB/auxiliary input jacks, 7" touch-screen display, rearview camera, 6 speakers including tweeter speakers, Bluetooth wireless technology w/voice recognition, and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls | • | ||
| RADIO: UVO ESERVICES INFOTAINMENT AM/FM/MP3 -inc: SiriusXM satellite radio, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, USB/auxiliary input jacks, 7" touch-screen display, Voice-command navigation, SiriusXM Traffic, rearview camera, 6 speakers, Bluetooth wireless technology w/voice recognition, and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls | • | ||
| S TECHNOLOGY PACKAGE -inc: Supervision Meter Cluster, 4.2" thin film transistor (TFT) color LCD display (inside the meter cluster), Lane Keep Assist, Push-Button Start System, Smart Key and Smart Trunk, Driver & Front Passenger Auto Up/Down Windows, Perimeter Approach Lighting, Pedestrian Detection, Front Fog Lights, Dual Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors, Power Sunroof, Engine Immobilizer, Leather-Wrapped Shift Knob, Lane Departure Warning System, LED Taillights, Front Collision Warning System, Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Power Outside Mirrors w/LED Turn Signal Indicators, | • | ||
| S TECHNOLOGY PLUS PACKAGE -inc: Supervision Meter Cluster, 4.2" thin film transistor (TFT) color LCD display (inside the meter cluster), Lane Keep Assist, Push-Button Start System, Smart Key and Smart Trunk, Driver & Front Passenger Auto Up/Down Windows, Perimeter Approach Lighting, Pedestrian Detection, Lane Change Assist, Front Fog Lights, Dual Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors, Power Sunroof, Blind Spot Detection, Engine Immobilizer, Leather-Wrapped Shift Knob, Lane Departure Warning System, LED Taillights, Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Front Collision Warning System, Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Power Outside Mirrors w/LED Turn Signal Indicators, | • |
PAINT SCHEME Options
| LX | S | EX | |
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| STANDARD PAINT | • | • | • |
PORT INSTALLED OPTIONS Options
| LX | S | EX | |
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| AUTO-DIMMING MIRROR W/COMPASS & HOMELINK (PIO) | • | • | • |
| CARGO HOOK (PIO) | • | • | • |
| CARGO MAT (PIO) | • | • | • |
| CARGO NET (PIO) | • | • | • |
| CARGO TRAY (PIO) | • | • | • |
| CARPETED FLOOR MATS (PIO) | • | • | • |
| MUDGUARDS (PIO) | • | • | • |
| PAINT PROTECTION FILM PACKAGE -inc: bumper applique, door pocket film and hood film, (PIO) Only available in Southern and Eastern regions. | • | • | • |
| REAR BUMPER APPLIQUE (PIO) | • | • | • |
| REAR SPOILER (PIO) | • | • | |
| REMOTE START (KEY START) (PIO) | • | • | |
| REMOTE START (PUSH-BUTTON START) (PIO) | • | • | |
| SPORTS PACKAGE (PIO) | • | • | |
| WHEEL LOCKS (PIO) | • | • |
PRIMARY PAINT Options
| LX | S | EX | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AURORA BLACK | • | • | • |
| CLEAR WHITE | • | • | |
| CURRANT RED | • | • | |
| DEEP SEA BLUE | • | • | • |
| GARNET RED | • | ||
| PHANTOM GRAY | • | • | |
| SILKY SILVER | • | • | |
| SNOW WHITE PEARL | • | • | |
| TITANIUM BRONZE | • |
SEAT TRIM Options
| LX | S | EX | |
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| BLACK, CLOTH SEAT TRIM | • | ||
| BLACK, KNIT & WOVEN CLOTH SEAT TRIM | • | ||
| BLACK, LEATHER SEAT TRIM | • | ||
| BLACK, PREMIUM CLOTH SEAT TRIM | • | ||
| GRAY, CLOTH SEAT TRIM | • | ||
| GRAY, LEATHER SEAT TRIM | • | ||
| GRAY, PREMIUM CLOTH SEAT TRIM | • |
2018 Kia Forte Technical Specifications
Brakes
| LX | S | EX | |
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| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 11 | 11 | 11 |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 10.3 | 10.3 | 10.3 |
Cargo Area Dimensions
| LX | S | EX | |
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| Trunk Volume (ft) | 14.9 | 14.9 | 14.9 |
Engine
| LX | S | EX | |
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| Displacement | 2.0 L/122 | 2.0 L/122 | 2.0 L/122 |
| Engine Type | Regular Unleaded I-4 | Regular Unleaded I-4 | Regular Unleaded I-4 |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 147 @ 6200 | 147 @ 6200 | 164 @ 6200 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 132 @ 4500 | 132 @ 4500 | 151 @ 4000 |
Exterior Dimensions
| LX | S | EX | |
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| Height, Overall (in) | 56.3 | 56.3 | 56.3 |
| Length, Overall (in) | 179.5 | 179.5 | 179.5 |
| Min Ground Clearance (in) | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Wheelbase (in) | 106.3 | 106.3 | 106.3 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 70.1 | 70.1 | 70.1 |
Fuel Tank
| LX | S | EX | |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) | 13.2 | 13.2 | 13.2 |
Steering
| LX | S | EX | |
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| Steering Type | Rack-Pinion | Rack-Pinion | Rack-Pinion |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | 34.8 | 34.8 | 34.8 |
Suspension
| LX | S | EX | |
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| Suspension Type - Front | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
Tires
| LX | S | EX | |
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| Front Tire Size | P195/65HR15 | P205/55HR16 | P215/45HR17 |
| Rear Tire Size | P195/65HR15 | P205/55HR16 | P215/45HR17 |
Transmission
| LX | S | EX | |
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| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Trans Description Cont. | Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
| Trans Type | 6 | 6 | 6 |
Vehicle
| LX | S | EX | |
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| Front Head Room (in) | 39.1 | 39.1 | 39.1 |
| Front Leg Room (in) | 42.2 | 42.2 | 42.2 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) | 56.1 | 56.1 | 56.1 |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Volume (ft) | 96.2 | 95 | 95 |
| Second Head Room (in) | 37.3 | 37.3 | 37.3 |
| Second Leg Room (in) | 35.9 | 35.9 | 35.9 |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) | 54.9 | 54.9 | 54.9 |
Weight Information
| LX | S | EX | |
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| Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 2855 | 2811 | 2908 |
2018 Kia Forte Safety Features
Safety Features
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) |
| ABS And Driveline Traction Control |
| Side Impact Beams |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags |
| Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags |
| Airbag Occupancy Sensor |
| Rear Child Safety Locks |
| Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners |
| Blind Spot Detection (BSD) Blind Spot |
| and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) |
News Reports & Reviews
| NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS | N/A |
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