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Toyota Aygo
or similar Mini
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Manual
4
1
A/C
3
$53.11
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Drop-off information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Ford Focus
or similar Compact
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Manual
5
2
A/C
5
$55.55
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Drop-off information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Unlimited mileage
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Renault Kangoo
or similar Intermediate Commercial Van/Truck
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Manual
2
6
No A/C
2
$27.59
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
QPark Car Park, Chatham St, Reading RG1 7DS
Drop-off information
Downtown
QPark Car Park, Chatham St, Reading RG1 7DS
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Nissan Juke
or similar Compact SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Manual
5
2
A/C
5
$56.63
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Drop-off information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
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Unlimited mileage
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Vauxhall Vivaro
or similar Standard Commercial Van/Truck
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Manual
3
8
No A/C
4
$31.99
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
QPark Car Park, Chatham St, Reading RG1 7DS
Drop-off information
Downtown
QPark Car Park, Chatham St, Reading RG1 7DS
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Renault Master
or similar Full-size Commercial Van/Truck
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Manual
3
6
No A/C
2
$39.75
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Drop-off information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
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Unlimited mileage
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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
or similar Oversized Commercial Van/Truck
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Manual
3
5
No A/C
4
$43.57
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Drop-off information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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Electric
Vauxhall Vivaro Cargo
or similar Intermediate Commercial Van/Truck
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
3
6
A/C
4
$49.50
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Drop-off information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Vauxhall Corsa
or similar Economy
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Manual
5
2
A/C
5
$53.63
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Drop-off information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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Nissan Qashqai
or similar Intermediate SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Manual
5
3
A/C
5
$62.03
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Drop-off information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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Ford Kuga
or similar Standard SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Manual
5
2
A/C
5
$62.57
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Drop-off information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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Mercedes-Benz A-Class
or similar Compact Elite
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
5
$63.27
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Drop-off information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class
or similar Premium
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
5
$69.43
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Drop-off information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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Peugeot 5008 5+2
or similar Standard Van
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Manual
7
1
A/C
5
$70.98
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Drop-off information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
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Unlimited mileage
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Ford Galaxy
or similar Full-size Van
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Manual
7
2
A/C
5
$74.83
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Drop-off information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class
or similar Luxury
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
$74.83
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Drop-off information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Average deposit
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Unlimited mileage
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Volvo XC60
or similar Full-size SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
5
$78.65
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Drop-off information
Reading South
171 Basingstoke Rd, Reading RG2 0HF
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 13:30 on 26/03/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Table of contents
- Cheapest car rental rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Top 20 cities near Reading
- Top 20 locations near Reading
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book in Reading and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Car rental statistics
- Top 5 suppliers in Reading in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
English
Currency
GBP
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+44
Average car rental price
$57 per day
Average car rental length
8 days
Speed limit within town
48 km/h
or
30 mph
Speed limit out of town
96–112 km/h
or
60–70 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Average gas price
$1.89 per liter or $7.15 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.81 per liter or $6.85 per gallon
Highest gas price
$2.00 per liter or $7.57 per gallon
Top 20 cities near Reading
- Wokinghamfrom $52.20 per day9.9 km / 6.15 miles away
- Bracknellfrom $52.03 per day14.7 km / 9.13 miles away
- Camberleyfrom $43.03 per day18.8 km / 11.68 miles away
- Basingstokefrom $40.84 per day21.6 km / 13.42 miles away
- Newburyfrom $41.89 per day23.9 km / 14.85 miles away
- Aldershotfrom $47.96 per day24.3 km / 15.1 miles away
- Sloughfrom $42.93 per day26.3 km / 16.34 miles away
- Didcot/Oxfordshirefrom $54.03 per day27.2 km / 16.9 miles away
- High Wycombefrom $54.19 per day27.6 km / 17.15 miles away
- Wokingfrom $54.19 per day32.5 km / 20.19 miles away
- Guildfordfrom $43.99 per day33.9 km / 21.06 miles away
- Weybridgefrom $54.19 per day36.4 km / 22.62 miles away
- Uxbridgefrom $56.87 per day36.7 km / 22.8 miles away
- Sunburyfrom $43.99 per day38.4 km / 23.86 miles away
- Hanworthfrom $47.96 per day40.9 km / 25.41 miles away
- Oxfordfrom $28.97 per day41.3 km / 25.66 miles away
- Hounslowfrom $26.84 per day42.7 km / 26.53 miles away
- Aylesburyfrom $43.03 per day44 km / 27.34 miles away
- Brentfordfrom $50.32 per day46.6 km / 28.96 miles away
- Winchesterfrom $54.65 per day47.1 km / 29.27 miles away
Top 20 locations near Reading
- Reading Southfrom $47.96 per day1 km / 0.62 miles away
- Reading Westfrom $54.19 per day3.2 km / 1.99 miles away
- Reading Eastfrom $55.52 per day3.3 km / 2.05 miles away
- Wokingham Downtownfrom $52.20 per day9.9 km / 6.15 miles away
- Bracknell (Downtown)from $52.03 per day14.7 km / 9.13 miles away
- Basingstoke Lychpitfrom $47.96 per day17.8 km / 11.06 miles away
- Camberley (Downtown)from $43.03 per day18.8 km / 11.68 miles away
- Basingstoke (Downtown)from $40.84 per day21.6 km / 13.42 miles away
- London Westfrom $64.94 per day21.9 km / 13.61 miles away
- Newbury Railway Stationfrom $42.01 per day23.2 km / 14.42 miles away
- Newbury (Downtown)from $41.89 per day23.9 km / 14.85 miles away
- Aldershot (Downtown)from $47.96 per day24.3 km / 15.1 miles away
- Slough (Downtown)from $42.93 per day26.3 km / 16.34 miles away
- Didcot/Oxfordshire (Downtown)from $54.03 per day27.2 km / 16.9 miles away
- High Wycombe Wycombe Marshfrom $54.19 per day27.4 km / 17.03 miles away
- High Wycombe (Downtown)from $54.19 per day27.6 km / 17.15 miles away
- Slough George Greenfrom $52.20 per day30.8 km / 19.14 miles away
- Woking (Downtown)from $54.19 per day32.5 km / 20.19 miles away
- Guildford (Downtown)from $43.99 per day33.9 km / 21.06 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
A
Reading (Downtown)
3 rental locations
B
Reading South
1 rental locations
C
Reading East
2 rental locations
D
Reading West
1 rental locations
When to book in Reading and for how long?
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Reading?
Car rental prices in Reading vary by time of year. This graph shows the average prices per month to help you find the best time of year to rent.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthJanuary | Most expensive month June | |
| A good deal $50 | Cheapest supplier Enterprise | Cheapest car type Large cars |
Average rental costs per day in Reading
$73
$36
$0
$23
in January
Jan
$37
in February
Feb
$50
in March
Mar
$34
in April
Apr
$59
in May
May
$66
in June
Jun
$33
in July
Jul
$47
in August
Aug
$32
in September
Sep
$42
in October
Oct
$42
in November
Nov
$63
in December
Dec
The cheapest month to rent a car in Reading is January (when prices average $22.73 per day). This is 49% cheaper than the yearly average and 66% cheaper than renting in June (when prices average $66.30).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
What's the most popular month to rent a car in Reading?
Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in Reading is September, and the least popular is March.
Monthly searches in Reading by pick-up date relative to the average
2.8
1.4
0
1.1 times in January
Jan
1.4 times in February
Feb
0.3 times in March
Mar
0.4 times in April
Apr
0.7 times in May
May
Same as average in June
Jun
0.6 times in July
Jul
Same as average in August
Aug
2.5 times in September
Sep
0.6 times in October
Oct
1.1 times in November
Nov
1.3 times in December
Dec
What’s the usual rental length in Reading?
How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in March, the average renter keeps their car for 46 days, and in June, they keep their car for 4 days.
Average number of rental days in Reading
51
25
0
6 days in January
Jan
7 days in February
Feb
46 days in March
Mar
8 days in April
Apr
6 days in May
May
4 days in June
Jun
18 days in July
Jul
6 days in August
Aug
7 days in September
Sep
10 days in October
Oct
6 days in November
Nov
9 days in December
Dec
Car rental information
| 📍 Car rental locations | 4 |
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Keddy, Enterprise, Drivalia, Hertz, Europcar |
| 🚗 Popular car types | Small cars, SUVs, medium cars, vans |
| 🤑 Lowest price | $39 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Enterprise |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keddy | Jeep Avenger | 5 | 3 | SUV |
| Drivalia | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small car |
| Keddy | Cupra Leon | 5 | 2 | Medium car |
| Drivalia | Volkswagen Polo | 5 | 1 | Small car |
| Enterprise | Vauxhall Corsa | 5 | 2 | Small car |
| Enterprise | Nissan Juke | 4 | 2 | SUV |
| Keddy | Skoda Fabia | 5 | 1 | Small car |
| Europcar | Jeep Avenger | 5 | 3 | SUV |
| Hertz | Nissan Qashqai | 5 | 2 | SUV |
| Hertz | Vauxhall Corsa | 3 | 1 | Small car |
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
Hertz (rated 8.6 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Drivalia (rated 7.4 / 10)
Total rental companies
5
Average daily price
$57
Lowest daily price
$39
Total cars available
254
Top 5 suppliers in Reading in 2026
Hertz
1 location
8.6
Excellent
2 reviews
Value for money
8.5
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
9.0
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.2
Car condition
9.1
$56–$61
per day
Most popular location
131 Wokingham Rd, Reading RG6 1LW
Enterprise
3 locations
8.5
Excellent
3 reviews
Value for money
8.4
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.9
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.8
Car condition
9.0
$39–$281
per day
Most popular location
QPark Car Park, Chatham St, Reading RG1 7DS
Dollar
1 location
7.8
Good
Value for money
6.9
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.5
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.0
Car condition
7.8
$39–$281
per day
Most popular location
131 Wokingham Road
Routes Car Rental
1 location
7.8
Good
1 review
Value for money
6.6
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.0
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.3
Car condition
8.2
$39–$281
per day
Most popular location
6-8 Commercial Rd, Reading RG2 0QZ
Drivalia
1 location
7.4
Average
Value for money
6.9
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
6.7
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
6.7
Car condition
6.8
$59–$160
per day
Most popular location
Regus - Green Park, 200 Brook Dr, Reading RG2 6UB
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FT 1000: Europe's Fastest Growing Companies - Top 300 Companies 2025
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Travel & Hospitality Awards 2021
FT 1000: Europe's Fastest Growing Companies - Top 300 Companies 2021
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