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Decision summary
Toyota Fortuner vs GWM H1: the short answer
Fortuner holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over H1.
Recorded price context
Fortuner:
current from
ZAR 685,900
·
H1:
last listed from
ZAR 229,900
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
Fortuner
H1
Maximum Power
Fortuner150 kW
H178 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
Fortuner500 Nm
H1135 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Engine Size
Fortuner2755 cc
H11497 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Fortuner13.2 km/l
H17.0 km/l
Ground Clearance
Fortuner279 mm
H1160 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.
Toyota Fortuner
2.8 GD-6 4X4 GR-Sport 6AT
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
Fortuner
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished EfficiencyPublished Practicality
H1
Strengths
Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:General Use
Which One's Right for You?
Fortuner
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
H1
Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Fortuner
H1
Model Introduced Year
2006
2015
Generation
Currently sold Fortuner belongs to the second generation with periodic feature and safety upgrades
Single generation in South Africa from 2015-2019. The H1 was based on an older Great Wall platform and was discontinued without a direct successor.
Facelift History
Major updates in 2016 (new generation) and feature refreshes in 2021 with improved infotainment, safety tech, and design tweaks
H1 received a single mid-cycle update in 2017 that brought minor exterior styling refinements and an updated infotainment system. No significant mechanical changes through the model life.
Facelift Launched Since
2021
2017
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
SUV
Color Note
White, Black, Silver, Dark Green, Grey
Not confirmed
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Not confirmed
Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.8 GD-6 4X4 GR-Sport 6AT
Not confirmed
Model Year
Current
2026
Production Status
active
Active
Segment
SUV
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
GVM 2735 kg; Toyota SA does not publish tare mass
Not confirmed
Vehicle Type
SUV
SUV
Spec
Fortuner
H1
Length
4795 mm
4002 mm
Width
1855 mm
1740 mm
Height
1835 mm
1567 mm
Wheelbase
2745 mm
2450 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
279 mm
160 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
170 mm
150 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
42 l
Boot/Cargo Space
541 l
450 l
Kerb Weight
1946 kg
1650 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2735 kg
1770 kg
Payload Capacity
493 kg
550 kg
Towing Capacity
2800 kg
2000 kg
Seating Capacity
7 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
3 rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.8 m
5.2 m
Front Headroom
1015 mm
975 mm
Rear Headroom
979 mm
950 mm
Front Legroom
1048 mm
1020 mm
Rear Legroom
928 mm
840 mm
Spec
Fortuner
H1
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
1490 mm
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
1480 mm
Front Suspension
Not Available
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Not Available
Torsion Beam
Chassis Type
-
Monocoque
Power Steering
-
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Steering Column
-
Tilt Adjustable
Front Spring Type
-
Coil Spring
Rear Spring Type
-
Torsion Bar
Front Anti-Roll Bar
-
Standard
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
-
Standard
Shock Absorber Type
-
Telescopic Gas Dampers
Front Suspension Type
Not Available
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Type
Not Available
Torsion Beam
Spec
Fortuner
H1
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Not Available
Manual Air Conditioning
Power Windows
Not Available
Front and Rear
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Not Available
Push Button Start
Not Available
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Not Available
Sunroof
Not Available
Panoramic sunroof
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
1100 l
AC Type
Not Available
Manual Air Conditioning
Side Steps
Standard/available
Not confirmed
Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not confirmed
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not confirmed
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not confirmed
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not confirmed
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Not confirmed
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Not confirmed
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Not confirmed
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
Not confirmed
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
Not confirmed
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Not confirmed
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Not confirmed
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not confirmed
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not confirmed
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not confirmed
Side Step
Standard/available
Not confirmed
Source Model Column
fortuner
Not confirmed
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not confirmed
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Not confirmed
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Not confirmed
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not confirmed
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not confirmed
Trailer Sway Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not confirmed
Trim Level
flagship
Not confirmed
Variant Role
Performance-focused derivative
Not confirmed
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not confirmed
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not confirmed
Automatic Headlamps
-
Not Available
Auto Dimming Mirror
-
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
1100 l
Rear Window Defroster
-
Standard
Electric Mirror Folding
-
Manual Fold
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
-
Standard Driver
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
Not Available
12V Accessory Socket
-
1 x 12V Socket
Speed Limiter
-
Not Available
Engine Start Stop
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Not Available
Not Available
Push Button Start
Not Available
Not Available
Spare Wheel
Not Available
Full Size Spare
Air Conditioning
Not Available
Manual Air Conditioning
Rim Size
Not Available
15 Inches
Sound System
Not Available
4
Unlocking
Not Available
Not Available
Wireless Charger
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Fortuner
H1
Engine
2.8-litre Turbocharged Diesel
1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Engine Code
Market-specific engine family
GW4G15
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2755 cc
1497 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
16
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Common-rail direct injection
Multi-Point Injection
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
10.5:1
Bore
82.0 mm
73.5 mm
Stroke
94.6 mm
88.3 mm
Maximum Power
150 kW
78 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
500 Nm
135 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
4WD
FWD
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
CVT
Top Speed
210 km/h
155 km/h
0-100 km/h
8.2 sec
13.5 sec
Quarter Mile
16.2 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
4800 rpm
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
100 kW/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
220 Nm/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Fortuner
H1
Gearbox
Automatic
6-Speed CVT
Drivetrain Layout
Ladder frame
FWD
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
3.94:1
Number of Gears
6
6
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic CVT
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Torque Converter
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Electronic automatic gear selector
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Electronic automatic gear selector
Drivetrain
4WD / AWD
Front Wheel Drive
4WD Engagement
Available
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Available
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Yes
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Not confirmed
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Open differential with electronic traction control
Gearbox Type
Automatic
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4x4
Front driven axle
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Open differential with electronic traction control
Transmission Speeds
6
6
Engine Position
-
Transverse Front-Mounted
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
-
3.2
Spec
Fortuner
H1
Claimed Mileage
13.2 km/l
7.0 km/l
City Mileage
10.7 km/l
6.8 km/l
Highway Mileage
15.4 km/l
8.2 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
42 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
13.2 km/l
7.0 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
80
42
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Fortuner
H1
Airbags
Side, curtain, driver, passenger and driver knee airbags
4
ABS
Standard
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
2 Rear ISOFIX Points
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Front Seats
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
AEB
Not Available
Not Available
BA
Not Available
Yes
Brake Override System
Not Available
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Yes
Driver Airbag
Standard
Yes
EBD
Standard
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Hill Hold
Not Available
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Yes
Side Airbags
Standard
Yes
Stability Control
Not Available
Yes
TCS
Standard
Standard
Knee Airbag
Driver knee airbag
Yes
ABS EBD
Standard
Yes
Alarm System
-
Not Available
Central Locking
-
Remote Central Locking
Side Impact Beams
-
Standard
Speed Alert System
-
Standard
Pedestrian Detection AEB
-
Not Available
Safety Rating
-
4
Whiplash Protection
-
Active Head Restraints
Lane Change Warning
-
Not Available
Spec
Fortuner
H1
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Yes
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Yes
EV Mode
Not Available
Not confirmed
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Front and rear
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Yes
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Yes
Spec
Fortuner
H1
Seat Material
Not Applicable
Fabric
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
1190 mm
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
1150 mm
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Polyurethane
Interior Colour Options
5
2
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Electric adjustment
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Electric adjustment
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Premium dashboard layout, touchscreen infotainment, Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, comfortable seating, climate control
Not confirmed
Interior Colours
5
Not confirmed
Seat Trim
Not Applicable
Synthetic leather upholstery
Seat Adjustment
-
Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment
Steering Type
-
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Steering Adjustment
-
Tilt Adjustable
Folding Rear Seats
-
60:40 Split Fold
Front Armrest
-
Front Centre Armrest
Rear Armrest
-
Not Available
Cup Holders
-
4
Rear AC Vents
-
Not Available
Rear USB Ports
-
0
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Analogue Speedometer
Driver Lumbar Support
-
Not Available
Door Map Pockets
-
All Four Door Pockets
Spec
Fortuner
H1
Infotainment System
Not Available
Touchscreen infotainment system
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
No
Android Auto
Not Available
No
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Yes
Number of Speakers
Not Available
4
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Partial Digital
USB Ports
Not Available
1
Infotainment Screen
Not Available
7
Smartphone Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not confirmed
Touchscreen
Not Available
7
Navigation System
-
No
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Not Available
No
Wireless Android Auto
Not Available
No
FM Radio
-
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Not Available
Voice Recognition
-
Not Available
AUX Input
-
Not Available
Infotainment Screen Size
Not Available
7
Wi-Fi Hotspot
-
Not Available
Audio Speakers
Not Available
4
Spec
Fortuner
H1
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Halogen Headlamps
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Available
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
5
6
Body Type
SUV
SUV
Exterior Colour Options
2
Not confirmed
Headlights
Not Available
Halogen Headlamps
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Not confirmed
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Panoramic sunroof
Alloy Wheel Design
-
Steel Wheels with Hub Caps
Chrome Exterior Finish
-
Not Available
Body Cladding
-
Plastic Body Cladding
Rear Spoiler
-
Not Available
Roof Type
-
Standard Fixed Roof
Wing Mirror Type
-
Manual Black Mirrors
Rear Wiper
-
Standard
Door Handle Finish
-
Body-Coloured
DRL
Not Available
Not Available
Led Headlights
Not Available
Halogen Headlamps
Daytime Running Lights
Not Available
Not Available
Front Fog Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Headlamps
Not Available
Halogen Headlamps
Headlight Type
Not Available
Halogen Headlamps
Spec
Fortuner
H1
Approach Angle
Not Available
23 deg
Departure Angle
Not Available
27 deg
Wading Depth
Not Available
0 mm
Terrain Modes
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
4WD System Type
Four-wheel drive
Not Applicable
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Not Applicable
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Not confirmed
Ground Clearance Max
279 mm
160 mm
Ground Clearance Min
279 mm
160 mm
Off Road Traction Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not confirmed
Terrain Mode Mud
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not confirmed
Terrain Mode Sand
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not confirmed
Terrain Mode Snow
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not confirmed
Ramp Breakover Angle
-
0 deg
Recovery Hooks
-
1 Rear Tow Hook
Spec
Fortuner
H1
Tyre Size
Not Available
195/65R15
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Drum
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Full Size Spare
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
15 Inches
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Not confirmed
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Electronic parking brake
Wheel Type
-
Steel Wheels with Hub Caps
Front Brake Disc Diameter
-
254 mm
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
-
200 mm
Parking Brake Type
-
Drum Rear
Tyre Load Index
-
89
Tyre Speed Rating
-
T
Brake Type Front
-
Ventilated Disc
Brake Type Rear
-
Drum
Spare Tyre
Not Available
Full Size Spare
Wheel Diameter
Not Available
15 Inches
Wheels
-
Steel Wheels with Hub Caps
Spec
Fortuner
H1
Maintenance Plan
9 services / 90 000 km
Not Included
Service Plan Duration
9 services / 90 000 km
3 Years / 45,000 km
Service Plan Distance
9 services / 90 000 km
3 Years / 45,000 km
Service Plan
9 services / 90 000 km
3 Years / 45,000 km
Service Interval
-
15000
Approx Service Cost
-
1500
Battery Warranty
-
12 Months
Engine Oil Capacity
-
3.6 l
Engine Oil Change Interval
-
10000
First Service At
-
1000
Anti-Rust Treatment
-
Underbody Rust Protection
Service Intervals
-
15000
Spec
Fortuner
H1
Warranty Years
3 years / 100 000 km
3 Years / 100,000 km
Warranty Kilometers
3 years / 100 000 km
3 Years / 100,000 km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
Not confirmed
Basic Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
3 Years / 100,000 km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
Not confirmed
Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
3 Years / 100,000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
3 Years
Not confirmed
Spec
Fortuner
H1
CO2 Emissions
Not Applicable
165 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Not Applicable
Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
95 Octane Unleaded
Start Stop System
-
Not Available
Noise Level
-
71 dB
Variable Valve Timing
-
Dual Variable Valve Timing (DVVT)
Particulate Filter
-
Not Applicable
Euro Emission Standard
-
Euro 5
Green NCAP Rating
-
Not Independently Rated
Idle CO2 Output
-
Within Euro 5 Limits
Fuel Evaporation Control
-
Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP)
Spec
Fortuner
H1
Ownership Role
South Africa market model
GWM South Africa ownership programme
Price Zar
999000 ZAR
279900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current Toyota South Africa lineup
Current model/derivative retail or starting-price reference
Starting Price
999000
279900
Starting Price Zar
999000
279900
Spec
Fortuner
H1
Real-world City Mileage Min
-
5.8 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
-
7.2 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
-
7.5 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
-
9.0 l/100km
Owner Review Count
-
0
In depth: how these cars differ
This Fortuner and H1 comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Fortuner 79 vs H1 30.
Efficiency index: Fortuner 56 vs H1 35.
Safety-equipment index: Fortuner 89 vs H1 70.
Practicality index: Fortuner 84 vs H1 64.
Ownership-cover index: Fortuner 43 vs H1 44.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Fortuner leads by 24 points
Fortuner holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over H1.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Fortuner
Performance
79/100
Efficiency
56/100
Safety
89/100
Practicality
84/100
Ownership
43/100
H1
Performance
30/100
Efficiency
35/100
Safety
70/100
Practicality
64/100
Ownership
44/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexToyota Fortuner
leads the specification evidence index with 73 pts
vs 49 pts for H1
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Fortuner leads. However, H1 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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