Honda WR-V#first
{{short description|Subcompact crossover SUV}}
{{use dmy dates|date=June 2022}}
{{For|the WR-V model sold in Japan|Honda Elevate}}
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Honda WR-V
| image = 2022 Honda WR-V RS with Honda Sensing (Indonesia) front view.jpg
| caption = 2022 WR-V RS (DG4, Indonesia)
| manufacturer = Honda
| production = 2017–present
| class = Subcompact crossover SUV
| body_style = 5-door SUV
| layout = Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
| predecessor = Honda Fit Twist (Brazil)
| successor =
| sp = uk
}}
The Honda WR-V is a subcompact crossover SUV manufactured by Honda since 2017 and mainly sold for emerging markets. It is positioned below the HR-V/Vezel or the BR-V depending on the market where it is sold. For the first generation, it was a crossover-styled derivative of the third-generation Fit/Jazz with different front fascia and bonnet treatments. Introduced at the 2016 São Paulo International Motor Show, the first-generation WR-V was built and specifically sold for the South American and Indian market.{{cite web|url=http://7car.tw/article/read/40661/second_44 |title=Honda Fit based crossover WR-V starts to sell in March 2017|date=2017-02-06 |access-date=2017-02-11 |publisher=7car }}{{cite web|url=https://www.thequint.com/car-and-bike/2017/03/16/honda-wr-v-launched-in-india-first-drive-review-prices-features-variants |title=Honda Launches WR-V Compact SUV, Prices Start from Rs 7.75 Lakh|date=2017-03-16|access-date=2017-03-16 |publisher=The Quint}} The second-generation model introduced in Indonesia in 2022 is based on the shortened second-generation BR-V's platform (also shared with the second-generation Amaze).{{cite news |last=Merchant |first=Akbar |date=2022-11-02 |title=All-new Honda WR-V SUV revealed |url=https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/all-new-honda-wr-v-suv-revealed-426203 |website=Autocar India |publisher=Autocar India |location=India |access-date=2022-11-02}}
According to Honda, the name WR-V stands for Winsome Runabout Vehicle.{{cite news |last=Tripathi |first=Karan |date=2017-03-01 |title=New Honda WR-V India Review, Price, Specs, Mileage, Image Gallery, Interior and Features |url=https://www.motoroids.com/reviews/new-honda-wr-v-1-2-petrol-and-1-5-diesel-review-winsome-losenone/ |website=Motoroids.com |publisher=Motoroids |location=India |access-date=2022-06-29}}
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{{anchor|first|GL|2017}} First generation (GL; 2017)
{{Infobox automobile
| name = First generation
| image = Honda WR-V 1.5 LX 2018.jpg
| caption = 2018 WR-V 1.5 LX (GL; pre-facelift, Chile)
| model_code = GL
| assembly = {{unbulleted list
| India: Tapukara, Rajasthan (HCIL)
| Brazil: Sumaré (Honda Automóveis do Brasil)
}}
| designer =
| platform = Honda Global Small Car
| related = {{unbulleted list
| Honda Fit/Jazz (third generation)
| Honda City/Ballade (sixth generation)
| Honda Vezel/HR-V (second generation)
}}
| engine = {{unbulleted list
| Petrol:
| 1.2 L L12B i-VTEC I4 (India)
| 1.5 L L15A7 i-VTEC I4 (Brazil)
| Diesel:
| 1.5 L N15A1 i-DTEC turbo I4 (GL2; India)
}}
| powerout = {{unbulleted list
| {{cvt|89|hp|kW hp PS|0|order=out}} (L12B)
| {{cvt|88|kW|hp PS|0}} (L15A7)
| {{cvt|99|hp|kW hp PS|0|order=out}} (N15A1)
}}
| transmission = {{unbulleted list
| 5-speed manual (petrol)
| 6-speed manual (diesel)
| CVT (Brazil)
}}
| wheelbase = {{cvt|2550|mm|in|1}}
| length = {{cvt|4000|–|4068|mm|in|1}}{{cite news |last=Tavares |first=Nicolas |date=2022-11-03 |title=Honda lança Novo WR-V 2023 com porte de Pulse e motor 1.5 do City |trans-title=Honda launches New 2023 WR-V with Pulse size and 1.5 City engine |url=https://motor1.uol.com.br/news/619919/novo-honda-wrv-2023-estreia/ |website=Motor1 Brasil |publisher=UOL |language=pt |location=Brazil |access-date=2022-11-04}}
| width = {{cvt|1695|–|1740|mm|in|1}}
| height = {{cvt|1600|mm|in|1}}
| weight = {{cvt|1130|kg|lb|0}}
| sp = uk
}}The first-generation WR-V was launched in Brazil on 15 March 2017 and India on 16 March.{{cite web|last1=Jayachandran|first1=Aravind|title=Honda WR-V launched in Brazil at BRL 79,400 (15 Mar 2017)|url=http://indianautosblog.com/2017/03/honda-wr-v-launched-in-brazil-at-brl-79400|access-date=21 July 2017|website=IndianAutosBlog.com}}{{Cite web|title=All-New Honda WR-V Launched In India|url=https://www.carwhoops.com/auto-news/all-new-honda-wr-v-launched/|website=CarWhoops|access-date=18 April 2017|archive-date=18 April 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170418162554/https://www.carwhoops.com/auto-news/all-new-honda-wr-v-launched/|url-status=usurped}} It was the first model developed by Honda Research & Development Center of Brazil in collaboration with Honda Research & Development Center of Japan, while keeping the requirements and preferences of the young Brazilian and Indian customers in mind. According to Honda, the WR-V "is endowed with a sporty, stylish and aggressive design language".
The first-generation WR-V shared many of its parts and features with the Fit/Jazz, including the body shell, doors, dashboard and the instrument panel. The ground clearance was measured at {{cvt|188|mm|in|1}}.{{cite web|last1=Vig|first1=Pankaj|title=Compare Honda WR-V Vs Fiat Avventura Vs Hyundai i20 Active|url=https://autoportal.com/articles/compare-honda-wr-v-vs-fiat-avventura-vs-hyundai-i20-active-10444.html|access-date=12 April 2017|website=AutoPortal}}
The model received a facelift in 2020, first launched in India and then in South America.
In 2022, sales ended in Brazil. Production continued for export.{{Cite web|url=https://quatrorodas.abril.com.br/noticias/honda-wr-v-sai-de-linha-e-hr-v-tem-producao-interrompida-no-brasil/|title=Honda WR-V sai de linha e HR-V tem produção interrompida no Brasil|website=Quatro Rodas}}
= Powertrains =
In India, the first-generation WR-V was available in both petrol and diesel engine options that were shared with the Jazz. The petrol unit is a 1.2-litre L12B i-VTEC four-cylinder engine that produced {{cvt|89|hp|kW hp PS|0|order=out}} and {{cvt|110|Nm|0}} of torque, paired to a 5-speed manual transmission, while the diesel unit is a turbocharged 1.5-litre N15A1 i-DTEC four-cylinder engine that produced {{cvt|99|hp|kW hp PS|0|order=out}} and {{cvt|200|Nm|0}} of torque, paired to a 6-speed manual transmission.{{cite news|last1=Chakravarty|first1=Shubhodeep|date=16 March 2017|title=Honda WR-V launched at starting price of Rs 7.75 lakh|publisher=Times of India|agency=TIMESOFINDIA.COM|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/auto/launches/honda-wr-v-launched-at-starting-price-of-7-75-lakh/articleshow/57667219.cms|access-date=8 April 2017}} In Brazil, it was powered by a larger 1.5-litre L15A7 i-VTEC four-cylinder petrol engine that was also shared with the Fit.
= Gallery =
File:2017 Honda WR-V rear.jpg|Rear view (pre-facelift)
File:Honda WR-V in South Africa 1 (cropped).jpg|2020–2022 WR-V (facelift)
File:Honda WR-V in South Africa 2 (cropped).jpg|Rear view (facelift)
= Safety =
The first-generation WR-V in its most basic Latin American market configuration with 2 airbags, UN127 pedestrian safety standard and ESC received a 1-star safety rating from Latin NCAP in 2022 (similar to 2014 Euro NCAP rating systems).{{Cite web|url=https://www.latinncap.com/en/result/162/honda-wr-v-+-2-airbags|title=Official results of the Honda WR-V + 2 Airbags 2022|website=LATIN NCAP - PARA AUTOS MAS SEGUROS}}
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{{anchor|second|DG|DG4|2022}} Second generation (DG4; 2022)
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Second generation
| image = Honda WR-V 1.5 i-VTEC E (II) – f 20032025.jpg
| caption = Honda WR-V E (Malaysia)
| model_code = DG4
| assembly = {{unbulleted list
| Malaysia: Alor Gajah, Malacca{{cite news |last=Lim |first=Anthony |date=2023-03-20 |title=Honda WR-V coming to Malaysia – 1.5L compact SUV, competitor to Perodua Ativa, will debut in Q3 2023 |url=https://paultan.org/2023/03/20/honda-wr-v-confirmed-for-malaysia-1-5l-compact-suv-competitor-to-the-perodua-ativa-will-debut-in-q3/ |website=Paul Tan |publisher=Driven Communications |location=Malaysia |access-date=2023-05-26}}
}}
| designer = {{unbulleted list
| Chachawal Prapai and Antonio Ryan Hidayat{{Cite web |title=JP, 1726847, S |url=https://www.j-platpat.inpit.go.jp/c1800/DE/JP-2022-007093/202FA2863C55933E0F6D013A9D23B20890FD634FA244C5030DDF840A312C0D71/30/en |access-date=2023-07-20 |website=Japan Platform for Patent Information}}
| Andhika Dimas Dwiputra and Kaushal Abhay Dabak (SUV RS Concept){{cite web |date=2022-07-07 |title=A00202200613 |url=https://pdki-indonesia.dgip.go.id/detail/A00202200613?type=di&keyword=mobil |website=DGIP.go.id |publisher=Pangkalan Data Kekayaan Intelektual |access-date=2022-11-02}}
}}
| platform =
| related = {{unbulleted list
| Honda BR-V (second generation)
| Honda Amaze (second generation)
}}
| engine = {{unbulleted list
| Petrol:
| 1.5 L L15ZF DOHC i-VTEC I4 (DG4)
}}
| powerout = {{cvt|89|kW|PS|0}}
| transmission = {{unbulleted list
| CVT
}}
| wheelbase = {{cvt|2485|mm|in|1}}
| length = {{cvt|4060|mm|in|1}}
| width = {{cvt|1780|mm|in|1}}
| height = {{cvt|1608|mm|in|1}}
| weight = {{cvt|NNNN|kg|lb|0}}
}}The second-generation WR-V was launched in Indonesia on 2 November 2022.{{Cite web|date=2022-11-02|title=Honda WR-V officially launched in Indonesia – 1.5L NA SUV sits below HR-V; Ativa, Raize rival; from RM82k|url=https://paultan.org/2022/11/02/honda-wr-v-officially-launched-in-indonesia-1-5l-na-cvt-suv-sits-below-hr-v-ativa-raize-rocky-rival/|access-date=2022-12-23|website=Paul Tan's Automotive News|language=en-US}}{{Cite web|title=Honda WR-V Meluncur Tanpa Opsi Girboks Manual|url=https://otodriver.com/berita/2022/honda-wr-v-meluncur-tanpa-opsi-girboks-manual-honcjcafual|access-date=2022-12-23|website=OtoDriver|language=id}} It was initially previewed by the {{proper name|SUV RS}} concept car showcased at the 28th Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show on 11 November 2021.{{Cite web|date=2021-11-11|title=Honda SUV RS Concept revealed – previews new ZR-V to fight Daihatsu Rocky, Toyota Raize, Perodua Ativa!|url=https://paultan.org/2021/11/11/honda-suv-rs-concept-revealed-previews-new-zr-v/|access-date=2022-12-23|website=Paul Tan's Automotive News|language=en-US}} Its camouflaged production form was later showcased at the 29th iteration of the show on 11 August 2022.{{Cite web|last=Satrio|first=Bagas|date=2022-08-11|title=GIIAS 2022 : Honda Tampilkan Teknologi e:HEV Dan Kelanjutan SUV RS Concept|url=https://autonetmagz.com/giias-2022-honda-tampilkan-teknologi-ehev-dan-kelanjutan-suv-rs-concept/109876/|access-date=2022-12-23|website=AutonetMagz :: Review Mobil dan Motor Baru Indonesia|language=en-US}}
Development of the second-generation WR-V was done by Honda R&D Asia Pacific, led by Large Project Leader Poychat Ua-Arayaporn.{{Cite web |last=Eri |first=Fitra |date=2022-12-24 |title=Wow, Project Leader Honda WR-V Ternyata Seorang Wanita |url=http://otodriver.com/berita/2022/wow-project-leader-honda-wr-v-ternyata-seorang-wanita-wowcjhdhita |access-date=2023-07-23 |website=Oto Driver |language=id}} The model shared the outer headlight assembly, bonnet and front door panels with the second-generation Amaze. Its dashboard is also nearly identical to the Amaze and the second-generation BR-V.{{cite news |last=Woosey |first=Jason |date=2022-11-02 |title=New Honda WR-V revealed in Indonesia, with sharper design, bigger engine |url=https://www.iol.co.za/motoring/latest-launches/new-honda-wr-v-revealed-in-indonesia-with-sharper-design-bigger-engine-6dceb549-8aa0-4210-8333-4da7519854bc |website=IOL |publisher=Independent Online |location=South Africa |access-date=2022-11-04}} The ground clearance was measured at {{cvt|220|mm|in|1}} (rated {{cvt|207|mm|in|1}} for the Malaysian market), raised by {{cvt|32|mm|in|1}} from the previous generation.{{Cite web|last=Rahadiansyah|first=Rangga|date=2022-11-02|title=Spesifikasi dan Harga Honda WR-V Penantang Raize-Rocky|url=https://oto.detik.com/mobil/d-6384262/spesifikasi-dan-harga-honda-wr-v-penantang-raize-rocky|access-date=2022-12-23|website=detikoto|language=id-ID}}
Exports from Indonesia commenced on 28 February 2023, while local assembly in Malaysia commenced in June 2023.{{cite news |last=Katana |first=Satria |date=2023-03-02 |title=Ekspor Honda WR-V Resmi Dimulai, Thailand Tujuan Pertama? |trans-title=Exports of the Honda WR-V Officially Begin, Is Thailand the First Destination? |url=https://autonetmagz.com/ekspor-honda-wr-v-resmi-dimulai-thailand-tujuan-pertama/115391/ |language=id |website=AutonetMagz |publisher=Asia Net Mandiri |location=Indonesia |access-date=2023-03-03}}
File:Honda WR-V 1.5 i-VTEC RS (II) – f 13032025.jpg|Honda WR-V RS (Malaysia)
File:Honda WR-V 1.5 i-VTEC RS (II) – h 13032025.jpg|Rear view
File:2022 Honda WR-V E 1.5 DG4 interior (20221105).jpg|Interior
File:Honda SUV RS Concept front view.jpg|The SUV RS Concept which previewed the second-generation WR-V
= Powertrains =
The second-generation WR-V is powered by a 1.5-litre L15ZF DOHC i-VTEC four-cylinder petrol engine that produced {{cvt|89|kW|hp PS|0}} at 6,600 rpm and {{cvt|145|Nm|lbft}} of torque at 4,300 rpm. There is no diesel engine option for this generation.{{cite news |date=2022-11-02 |title=The 2023 WR-V Is Honda's 121-Horsepower Answer To The Toyota Raize |url=https://www.carguide.ph/2022/11/the-2023-wr-v-is-hondas-121-horsepower.html |website=CarGuide.ph |publisher=CarGuide Internet Services |location=Philippines |access-date=2022-11-02}}
= Markets =
== Indonesia ==
Honda introduced the WR-V in the Small SUV segment on November 2, 2022,{{Cite web|date=2022-11-02|title=Pertama Kali di Dunia, Honda Luncurkan Honda WR-V Sebagai Small SUV Pertamanya di Indonesia|trans-title=For the first time in the world, Honda introduces the Honda WR-V as its first Small SUV in Indonesia|url=https://www.honda-indonesia.com/news/pertama-kali-di-dunia-honda-luncurkan-honda-wr-v-sebagai-small-suv-pertamanya-di-indonesia/MzAxMQ==|access-date=2023-08-08|website=honda-indonesia.com|language=id}} It is intended to be the primary rival to the Toyota Raize.{{Cite web|date=2022-11-03|title=5 Hal Menarik Honda WR-V 2023, Pesaing Baru Toyota Raize|trans-title=5 Interesting Features of the 2023 Honda WR-V, the New Competitor to Toyota Raize|url=https://www.autofun.co.id/berita/5-hal-menarik-honda-wrv-2023-pesaing-baru-toyota-raize-56834|access-date=2023-08-08|website=autofun.co.id|language=id}}
In Indonesia, the second-generation WR-V is offered in E and RS trim levels, both initially only available with CVT.{{cite news |last=Laurel |first=Drei |date=2022-11-02 |title=The Honda WR-V is a right-sized SUV that wants to take on the Toyota Raize |url=https://www.topgear.com.ph/news/car-news/honda-wr-v-2023-a962-20221102 |website=Top Gear Philippines |publisher=Top Gear Philippines |location=Philippines |access-date=2022-11-02}} Honda Sensing active safety system along with the LaneWatch camera system is available as an option for the RS trim.{{Cite web|date=2022-11-02|title=Honda WR-V Baru Ada 3 Varian Saja, Ternyata Ini Alasan Honda Indonesia|trans-title=There are only 3 variants of the new Honda WR-V. It turns out that this is the reason for Honda Indonesia|url=https://otomotifnet.gridoto.com/read/233554125/honda-wr-v-baru-ada-3-varian-saja-ternyata-ini-alasan-honda-indonesia|access-date=2022-12-23|website=OtomotifNet|language=id}} The 6-speed manual transmission option was added for the E trim on 19 May 2023.
== Thailand ==
The second-generation WR-V was launched on 10 March 2023 in Thailand. Imported from Indonesia, it is offered in SV and RS trim levels with CVT and Honda Sensing as standard.{{cite news |last=Lye |first=Gerard |date=2023-03-10 |title=2023 Honda WR-V launched in Thailand – SV and RS; 1.5L NA, CVT; Honda Sensing with ACC; from RM103k |url=https://paultan.org/2023/03/10/2023-honda-wr-v-launched-in-thailand/ |website=Paul Tan |publisher=Driven Communications |location=Malaysia |access-date=2023-03-10}}{{cite news |last=Jeam |first=Boris |date=2023-03-09 |title=ราคาอย่างเป็นทางการ + เทียบสเป็ค All NEW Honda WR-V 1.5 CVT : 799,000 – 869,000 บาท |url=https://www.headlightmag.com/2023-03-09-official-price-all-new-honda-wrv-thailand/ |website=Headlightmag |publisher=Headlightmag |location=Thailand |access-date=2023-03-10}}
== Brunei ==
The second-generation WR-V was launched on 12 May 2023 in Brunei. Imported from Indonesia, it is offered in a sole RS trim with CVT and Honda Sensing as standard.{{cite news|url=https://borneobulletin.com.bn/new-crossover-suv-enters-brunei-market/|title=New crossover SUV enters Brunei market|work=Borneo Bulletin|date=13 May 2023}}
== Malaysia ==
The WR-V was previewed for the Malaysian market on 21 June 2023.{{Cite web |date=2023-06-21 |title=2023 Honda WR-V in Malaysia - RS specs detailed, possibility of more than three variants for the SUV - paultan.org |url=https://paultan.org/2023/06/21/2023-honda-wr-v-in-malaysia-rs-specs-detailed-possibility-of-more-than-three-variants-for-the-suv/ |access-date=2023-07-12 |website=Paul Tan's Automotive News |language=en-US}} It was officially launched on 13 July 2023 as the replacement to the BR-V in the local line-up.{{cite web |last1=Lim |first1=Anthony |title=2023 Honda WR-V launched in Malaysia – 1.5L NA, 121 PS/145 Nm, four variants, from RM90k to RM108k |url=https://paultan.org/2023/07/13/2023-honda-wr-v-launched-in-malaysia-1-5l-na-121-ps-145-nm-four-variants-from-rm90k-to-rm108k/ |website=Paul Tan's Automotive News |publisher=Driven Communications |access-date=13 July 2023 |language=en-MY}} It is available in four trim levels: S, E, V and RS; all variants are powered with the 1.5-litre L15ZF engine paired with CVT transmission.{{cite web |title=2023 Honda WR-V launched in Malaysia, from RM90k – Ativa rival, 1.5L NA, CVT |url=https://autobuzz.my/2023/07/13/2023-honda-wr-v-launched-in-malaysia-from-rm90k-ativa-rival-1-5l-na-cvt/ |website=AutoBuzz Malaysia |date=13 July 2023 |access-date=13 July 2023 |language=en-MY}} Unlike in other markets, the Malaysian specification WR-V is equipped with height adjustment switch for the headlights in order to comply within the UNECE regulations, Honda Sensing is standard on all trim levels except the base S trim.{{cite web |last1=Sadali |first1=Izwaashura |title=Honda WR-V 2023 dilancarkan di Malaysia – 1.5L NA, empat varian ditawarkan; harga dari RM89,900 |trans-title=Honda WR-V 2023 launched in Malaysia – 1.5L NA, four variants offered; price from RM89,900 |url=https://paultan.org/2023/07/13/honda-wr-v-2023-dilancarkan-di-malaysia-1-5l-na-empat-varian-ditawarkan-harga-dari-rmxxxx/ |website=Paul Tan's Automotive News |publisher=Driven Communications |access-date=13 July 2023}} At its launch, Honda Malaysia targeted sales of 1,300 units per month with 2 to 3-month waiting period.{{cite web |title=2023 Honda WR-V: 1,300-unit monthly sales target, 2-3 months waiting period |url=https://autobuzz.my/2023/07/13/2023-honda-wr-v-1300-unit-monthly-sales-target-2-3-months-waiting-period/ |website=AutoBuzz Malaysia |date=13 July 2023 |access-date=13 July 2023 |language=en-MY}}
= Safety =
| class="wikitable"
|+2023 Honda WR-V RS with Honda Sensing (6 airbags) ! colspan="3" | ASEAN NCAP scores{{Cite web |date=2023-01-20 |title=Honda WR-V |url=https://aseancap.org/v4/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Honda-WR-V-Digital-Report-20-Jan-2023.pdf |website=aseancap.org |type=pdf}} |
| Overall stars / Score
| {{Rating|5|5}} | 77.07 |
| Adult occupant
| colspan="2" | 27.41 / 32.00 |
| Child occupant
| colspan="2" | 42.79 / 51.00 |
| Safety assist
| colspan="2" | 16.37 / 21.00 |
| Motorcyclist safety
| colspan="2" | 8.36 / 16.00 |
Japanese market WR-V (DG5; 2024)
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File:Honda WR-V Z+ (5BA-DG5) front.jpg
The Japanese market WR-V was introduced on 16 November 2023. Unrelated to the Southeast Asian market WR-V, the Japanese market WR-V is a renamed Elevate, an SUV first introduced in India. Positioned below the similarly sized Vezel, it went on sale in early 2024 as an imported unit from India.{{Cite web |title=ホンダが新型コンパクトSUV「WR-V」をオフィシャルサイトで先行公開 【ニュース】 |url=https://www.webcg.net/articles/-/49234 |access-date=2023-11-16 |website=webCG |language=ja}}
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Sales
| class="wikitable"
! Year ! Brazil ! India ! Indonesia ! Malaysia{{Cite web |title=Honda WR-V: Popularity over the Years |url=https://data.gov.my/dashboard/car-popularity |website=data.gov.my}}{{Efn-lr|Figures based on registration (Malaysia)}} !Thailand |
| 2017
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| 2018
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| 2019
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| 2020
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| 2021
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| 2022
| | 1,740 | | |
| 2023
| |7,842 |
| 2024
| | |9,074 |
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