Suzuki Wagon R#Maruti Wagon-R

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{{short description|Japanese mini car introduced in 1993}}

{{for|the Indian, Indonesian, and Pakistani versions|Maruti Suzuki Wagon R}}

{{for|the Wagon R-Wide/Plus/Solio|Suzuki Solio}}

{{for|the Smile model|Suzuki Wagon R Smile}}

{{Redirect|Mazda Flair|text=For the Mazda Flair Wagon, see Suzuki Palette and Suzuki Spacia. For the Mazda Flair Crossover, see Suzuki Hustler}}

{{Infobox automobile

| name = Suzuki Wagon R

| image = Suzuki WAGON R HYBRID FX (DAA-MH55S).jpg

| caption = Seventh generation Japanese Suzuki Wagon R

| manufacturer = Suzuki

| aka = {{unbulleted list

| Mazda AZ-Wagon (1994–2012)

| Mazda Flair (2012–present)

}}

| production = 1993–present

| assembly = Japan: Kosai, Shizuoka (Kosai Assembly Plant)

| class = Kei car

| body_style = 4/5-door hatchback

| layout = {{unbulleted list

| Front-engine, front-wheel-drive

| Front-engine, four-wheel-drive

}}

| related = {{unbulleted list

| Suzuki Palette

| Suzuki Spacia

| Suzuki Solio

| Maruti Suzuki Wagon R

| Changhe Beidouxing

| Suzuki Wagon R Smile

}}

}}

The {{Nihongo|Suzuki Wagon R|Japanese: スズキ・ワゴンR|Suzuki Wagon'āru}} is a kei car manufactured and marketed by Suzuki since 1993. The R in the name stands for Revolution and Relaxation.{{cite web|url=http://www.suzuki.co.jp/corporate/faq/car/name.html|title=Suzuki Car Name FAQ|publisher=Suzuki Japan|access-date=2019-07-10}} The Wagon R uses a "tall wagon" configuration to maximize cabin space within kei car dimensional restrictions. The Wagon R is also sold by Mazda as the AZ-Wagon from 1994 to 2012 and as the Flair from 2012.

The Wagon R has been the best-selling kei car in Japan since 2003.{{cite web|title=Suzuki Wagon R 1st-Half Best-Selling Car for 5 Straight Years |publisher=Japan Corporate News Network KK |date=6 October 2008 |url= http://www.japancorp.net/Article.Asp?Art_ID=20185 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20100616131105/http://www.japancorp.net/Article.Asp?Art_ID=20185 |archive-date=16 June 2010 |access-date=14 December 2017}} In 2008, Suzuki produced its three-millionth Wagon R.{{cite news|last=Garrett |first=Jerry |url= https://www.nytimes.com/2007/11/25/automobiles/25MICRO.html?ex=1353646800&en=a75a4b7b534e738e&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss |title=Small Things in Good Packages |newspaper=The New York Times |date=2007-11-25 |access-date=2010-12-04}} Sales reached 5 million at the end of February 2010.

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{{anchor|CT|CV|CT21S|CT51S|CV21S|CV51S|first|1993}} First generation (CT21S/CT51S/CV21S/CV51S; 1993)

{{for|the widened version|Suzuki Wagon R-Wide}}

{{Infobox automobile

| name = First generation

| image = 1st generation Suzuki Wagon R 4 Door.jpg

| caption = First generation Wagon R 4-door (right-hand side)

| aka = Autozam AZ Wagon
Mazda AZ Wagon

| production = September 1993 – October 1998

| body_style = 4/5-door hatchback

| engine = {{unbulleted list

| 657 cc F6A SOHC I3

| 657 cc F6A SOHC turbo I3

| 658 cc K6A DOHC I3

| 658 cc K6A DOHC turbo I3

}}

| powerout =

| transmission = 3-speed automatic
4-speed automatic
5-speed manual

| wheelbase = {{convert|2335|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| length = {{convert|3295|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| width = {{convert|1395|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| height = {{convert|1640|-|1695|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| weight = {{convert|720|–|820|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}

| model_code = CT21S/CT51S/CV21S/CV51S

}}

The first generation Wagon R is {{convert|1640|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} high, or {{convert|255|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} taller ({{convert|170|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} internally) than the JDM Suzuki Alto sold at the same time (which was exactly the same length and width, as dictated by the Kei class regulations). The R used the same 660 cc F6A three-cylinder engines as did the Alto and other Suzuki kei cars. The car was developed with low cost manufacturing in mind, with 70 percent parts commonality (by value) with the related Alto.{{cite web | website = MotorFan | url = https://car.motor-fan.jp/article/10017863 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20220909162401/https://car.motor-fan.jp/article/10017863 | archive-date = 2022-09-09 | title = スズキ・ワゴンR(初代)1993-1998 小さいけれどちゃちじゃない高くて広い新ジャンル | trans-title = Suzuki Wagon R (first generation) 1993-1998 A new genre of tall and spacious car that's small but not cheap | date = 2021-01-07 | last = Sato | first = Mikio }}

Originally with two doors on the left side and a single door on the right (driver's) side, it was introduced at the 1993 Tokyo Motor Show.{{cite book | title = Automobil Revue 1994 | editor-last = Büschi | editor-first = Hans-Ulrich | publisher = Hallwag | location = Berne, Switzerland | language = de, fr | pages = 519–520 | volume = 89 |date=10 March 1994 | isbn = 3-444-00584-9 }} In August 1996 the more common, symmetrical five-door setup became available and soon supplanted the earlier body style. For model year 1994, it won the Automotive Researchers' and Journalists' Conference Car of the Year award in Japan. The Wagon R was an unexpected runaway success, with 900,000 examples of the first generation sold in the Japanese home market - even outselling perennial bestseller Toyota Corolla on occasion.

The rebadged Autozam AZ Wagon was presented in September 1994. Also using the F6A engine, this model was marketed through Mazda's Autozam network as part of an OEM deal.{{cite book | title = Automobil Revue 1997 | editor-last = Büschi | editor-first = Hans-Ulrich | publisher = Hallwag | location = Berne, Switzerland | language = de, fr | page = 348 | volume = 92 |date=6 March 1997 | isbn = 3-444-10479-0 }} After April 1997, this was sold as the "Mazda AZ Wagon."

A bigger first generation Wagon R, the Suzuki Wagon R+, was added in early 1997 and manufactured in Japan until the end of 2000 for the European market. The car featured a wider body and the K10A naturally aspirated engine with 996 cc and four-cylinders. The same Wagon R+ was also available with a 1.2-litre K12A engine.

Suzuki Wagon R 002.JPG|Rear view (5-door)

Suzuki Wagon R 003.JPG|Suzuki Wagon R (facelift)

Mazda AZ Wagon 1997.jpg|1997 Mazda AZ Wagon

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{{anchor|MC|MC21S|MC11S|MC22S|MC12S|second|1998}} Second generation (MC11S/12S/21S/22S; 1998)

{{Infobox automobile

| name = Second generation

| image = Suzuki Wagon R 211.JPG

| caption = Second generation Suzuki Wagon R (pre-facelift)

| aka = Mazda AZ Wagon

| production = October 1998 – September 2003

| body_style = 4/5-door hatchback

| engine = {{unbulleted list

| 657 cc F6A SOHC I3

| 657 cc F6A SOHC turbo I3

| 658 cc K6A DOHC I3

| 658 cc K6A DOHC turbo I3

}}

| powerout =

| transmission = 5-speed manual
3/4-speed automatic
CVT

| wheelbase = {{cvt|2360|mm|in|1}}

| length = {{cvt|3395|mm|in|1}}

| width = {{cvt|1475|mm|in|1}}

| height = {{cvt|1640|-|1685|mm|in|1}}

| weight = {{cvt|730|–|900|kg|lb|0}}

| related = Maruti Suzuki Wagon R (first generation)

| model_code = MC11S/MC12S/MC21S/MC22S

}}

1998 saw the introduction of the second-generation Wagon R in Japan.

The larger (non-kei) Wagon R+ was replaced in 1999 - this was brought to Europe in 2000, with larger engines and was sold as the Suzuki Wagon R+. This larger version is also produced in Esztergom in Hungary by Magyar Suzuki and in Gurgaon, India by Maruti Suzuki. The Opel Agila is a badge engineered version of the Suzuki Wagon R-Wide, also introduced in summer 2000. This generation of Maruti Suzuki Wagon R in India was produced until 2010.

Suzuki Wagon R 204.JPG|Rear view (4-door, pre-facelift)

Suzuki Wagon R 222.JPG|Rear view (5-door, pre-facelift)

2002-2003 Suzuki Wagon R.jpg|Suzuki Wagon R (facelift)

Suzuki Wagon R 212.JPG|Suzuki Wagon R (facelift)

2nd Mazda Azwagon.jpg|Mazda AZ Wagon (facelift)

2nd generation Suzuki Wagon R interior.jpg|Interior

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{{anchor|MH 1|MH21S|MH22S|third|2003}} Third generation (MH21S/MH22S; 2003)

{{Infobox automobile

| name = Third generation

| image = 2003-2005 Suzuki Wagon R.jpg

| caption = Suzuki Wagon R (pre-facelift)

| aka = Mazda AZ Wagon

| production = September 2003 – September 2008

| body_style = 5-door hatchback

| engine = {{unbulleted list

| 658 cc K6A DOHC I3

| 658 cc K6A DOHC turbo I3

}}

| powerout =

| transmission = CVT
4-speed automatic
5-speed manual

| wheelbase = {{convert|2360|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| length = {{convert|3395|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| width = {{convert|1475|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| height = {{convert|1635|-|1655|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| weight = {{convert|810|–|940|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}

| model_code = MH21S/MH22S

}}

The third generation Wagon R was launched in Japan in September 2003 for the Wagon R's tenth Anniversary, but now only as a 660 cc K6A-engined kei car - no oversized version (like the previous Wide and + versions) was developed. The third generation was then facelifted in September 2005 and replaced three years later. The somewhat sportier looking Wagon R/RR continued to be on offer, being released at the same time. Two engines were available to the RR, both turbocharged and intercooled K6A engines with {{cvt|64|PS|kW|0}} at 6,500 rpm, but one has direct injection for cleaner emissions and better fuel economy.{{cite web | url = https://www.goo-net.com/catalog/SUZUKI/WAGON_R_RR/ | title = ワゴンR RR(スズキ)の歴代モデル・グレード別カタログ情報 | trans-title = Wagon R RR (Suzuki) past model and grade catalog information | language = ja | publisher = Proto Corporation | work = Goo-net }} The RR was also facelifted in September 2005, with a new grille and bumpers (front and rear). At this time, the conventional (not direct injection) engine was discontinued; in September 2006 it was replaced by the less powerful "M Turbo" engine with {{cvt|60|PS|kW|0}} at 6,000 rpm.

The Stingray, first seen in February 2007, is a sportier version of the third generation Suzuki Wagon R. The name is an homage to the "Sting Ray" Fronte introduced in 1970. In addition to a more aggressive front end treatment, the Stingray also received clear taillights. Alloy wheels and an aero kit were also standard. The 660 cc engine was powered by a turbocharger, further enhancing the speed and acceleration. On average, the Stingray went from 0 to {{convert|100|km/h|mi/h|0|abbr=on}} in about 15 seconds.

File:2003-2005 Suzuki Wagon R rear.jpg|Suzuki Wagon R (pre-facelift)

File:3rd generation Suzuki Wagon R RR.jpg|Suzuki Wagon R RR (pre-facelift)

File:3rd generation Suzuki Wagon R RR rear.jpg|Suzuki Wagon R RR (pre-facelift)

File:Suzuki Wagon R 305.jpg|Suzuki Wagon R (facelift)

File:Suzuki Wagon R 306.jpg|Suzuki Wagon R (facelift)

File:2005-2008 Suzuki Wagon R 02.jpg|Suzuki Wagon R FT-S Limited (facelift)

File:3rd generation Suzuki Wagon R Stingray.jpg|Suzuki Wagon R Stingray

File:3rd generation Suzuki Wagon R Stingray rear.jpg|Suzuki Wagon R Stingray

File:Suzuki Wagon R 362.jpg|Interior

File:3rd generation Mazda AZ-Wagon.jpg|Mazda AZ-Wagon

File:3rd generation Mazda AZ-Wagon rear.jpg|Mazda AZ-Wagon

File:Mazda AZ Wagon 031.JPG|Mazda AZ-Wagon Special

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{{anchor|MH 2|MH23S|fourth|2008}} Fourth generation (MH23S; 2008)

{{Infobox automobile

| name = Fourth generation

| image = 4th generation Suzuki Wagon R 02.jpg

| caption = Fourth generation Suzuki Wagon R

| aka = Mazda AZ Wagon

| production = September 2008 – November 2012

| body_style = 5-door hatchback

| engine = {{unbulleted list

| 658 cc K6A DOHC I3

| 658 cc K6A DOHC turbo I3

}}

| powerout =

| transmission = CVT
4-speed automatic
5-speed manual

| wheelbase = {{convert|2400|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| length = {{convert|3395|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| width = {{convert|1475|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| height = {{convert|1660|-|1675|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| weight = {{convert|800|–|930|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}

| related = Maruti Suzuki Wagon R (second generation)

| model_code = MH23S

}}

The fourth generation Wagon R was launched in Japan in September 2008 along with the sportier Stingray model. Corresponding models with Mazda badging were sold as the AZ Wagon and AZ Wagon Custom. Significant differences for the new generation include larger rear doors, which incorporate quarter glass, eliminating the need for a D-pillar arrangement. Powertrain options include naturally aspirated and turbocharged 660 cc K6A engines with the latter developing an output of {{cvt|64|PS|kW|0}}, mated to a 4-speed automatic, a 5-speed manual transmission, or a CVT. As with many other Japanese market models, customers can choose between front-wheel and all-wheel-drive versions.

4th generation Suzuki Wagon R rear.jpg|Suzuki Wagon R FX Limited

Suzuki WagonR FX-S Limited MH23S.JPG|Suzuki Wagon R FX-S Limited

Suzuki WagonR FX Limited MH23S.JPG|Suzuki Wagon R FX Limited II

Suzuki Wagon R Stingray MH23S.jpg|Suzuki Wagon R Stingray

Suzuki Wagon R Stingray MH23S rear.jpg|Suzuki Wagon R Stingray

2010 Suzuki Wagon R FX 4WD interior.jpg|Interior

Mazda AZ-Wagon.jpg|Mazda AZ-Wagon

4th generation Mazda AZ-Wagon rear.jpg|Mazda AZ-Wagon (rear)

2012 Mazda AZ-Wagon Custom Style XT in Mysterious Violet Pearl, front right.jpg|Mazda AZ-Wagon Custom Style XT

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{{anchor|MH 3|MH34S|MH44S|fifth|2012}} Fifth generation (MH34S/MH44S; 2012)

{{Infobox automobile

| name = Fifth generation

| image = Suzuki WagonR FX Limited MH34S 20130531.JPG

| caption = Suzuki Wagon R FX Limited (pre-facelift)

| aka = Mazda Flair

| production = September 2012 – January 2017

| body_style = 5-door hatchback

| engine = {{unbulleted list

| 658 cc R06A DOHC I3

| 658 cc R06A DOHC turbo I3

}}

| motor = WA04A

| powerout =

| transmission = CVT
5-speed manual

| wheelbase = {{convert|2425|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| length = {{convert|3395|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| width = {{convert|1475|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| height = {{convert|1640|-|1660|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| weight = {{convert|780|–|870|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}

| model_code = MH34S/MH44S

}}

The fifth generation Wagon R range was launched in Japan in September 2012 with an optional mild-hybrid system marketed as "ENE-CHARGE," and an energy-saving electric air conditioning system marketed as "ECO-COOL". With the R06A engine combined with an electric motor/generator and a lithium-ion battery, the ENE-CHARGE provides regenerative braking and power assist to the internal combustion engine and can also run certain electrical equipment, enabling mileage up to 28.8 km/L in Japan's JC08 driving cycle (67.8 mpg US, 3.5 L/100 km EU or 81.4 mpg UK).

The fifth generation Wagon R received a facelift in August 2014, with a larger black plastic grille with a chrome surround at the bottom and sides replacing the earlier, three-bar design. The Stingray was given a small vent opening spanning beneath the chrome/clear grille garnish. Bumpers were also redesigned, while a low-cost FA model was added to the regular Wagon R.

For Mazda variants, the fifth generation Wagon R models are marketed as Mazda Flair and Stingray models are rebadged as Mazda Flair Custom Style. Both the Flair and the Flair Custom Style were launched in October 2012.{{cite web|url=http://www.mazda.co.jp/corporate/publicity/release/2012/201210/121025a.html|title=【MAZDA】ニュース|access-date=15 July 2015|archive-date=11 November 2012|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121111074043/http://www.mazda.co.jp/corporate/publicity/release/2012/201210/121025a.html|url-status=dead}}

File:Suzuki WagonR FX Limited MH34S Rear 0200.JPG|Suzuki Wagon R FX Limited (pre-facelift)

File:Suzuki WagonR Stingray T MH34S.JPG|Suzuki Wagon R Stingray T (pre-facelift)

File:Suzuki WagonR Stingray T MH34S Rear.JPG|Suzuki Wagon R Stingray T (pre-facelift)

File:Suzuki WAGON R FX (MH34S) front.JPG|Suzuki Wagon R FX (facelift)

File:Suzuki WAGON R FZ (MH44S) front.JPG|Suzuki Wagon R FZ (facelift)

File:SUZUKI WAGON R STINGRAY X (MH44S) front.JPG|Suzuki Wagon R Stingray X (facelift)

File:Suzuki WagonR FX MH34S Interior.jpg|Interior

File:Japanese 5th WAGON R battery.JPG|"ENE-CHARGE" Battery

File:Mazda Flair XG MJ34S.JPG|Mazda Flair XG

File:Mazda FLAIR Custom Style XT (MJ34S) front.JPG|Mazda Flair Custom Style XT

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{{anchor|MH 4|MH35S|MH55S|sixth|2017}} Sixth generation (MH35S/55S/85S/95S; 2017)

{{Infobox automobile

| name = Sixth generation

| image = 2017-2022 Suzuki Wagon R Hybrid FX.jpg

| caption = Suzuki Wagon R Hybrid FX (pre-facelift)

| aka = Mazda Flair

| production = January 2017 – present

| body_style = 5-door hatchback

| platform = HEARTECT platform

| engine = {{unbulleted list

| 657 cc R06A DOHC I3 (2017–2020)

| 658 cc R06D DOHC I3 (2020–present)

| 658 cc R06A DOHC turbo I3

}}

| motor = WA05A
WA05C

| powerout =

| transmission = CVT
5-speed manual

| wheelbase = {{convert|2460|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| length = {{convert|3395|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| width = {{convert|1475|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| height = {{convert|1650|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| weight = {{convert|730|–|850|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}

| related = {{ubl|Suzuki Spacia|Suzuki Hustler|Suzuki Alto|Suzuki Wagon R Smile}}

| model_code = MH35S/55S/85S/95S

}}

The sixth generation Wagon R range was launched in Japan on 1 February 2017. This iteration comes with an upgraded ISG (integrated starter generator) and increased capacity for the hybrid battery. Due to the improved battery and ISG, the Wagon R is capable of driving alone on its hybrid battery up to 10 seconds if the speed is kept under {{convert|13|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}}.{{Cite web|url=http://techon.nikkeibp.co.jp/atclen/news_en/15mk/021501144/?ST=msbe|title=New Wagon R Can Creep by Using Only Motor - HOME - Solar Power Plant Business|website=techon.nikkeibp.co.jp|language=en|access-date=2017-12-18}}

On 27 August 2021, a derivative model based on the sixth generation was created, called Smile.

The facelifted regular model was unveiled on 2 August 2022, along with the introduction of Custom Z model.{{cite press release |date=2022-08-02 |title=スズキ、軽乗用車「ワゴンR」、「ワゴンR スティングレー」を一部仕様変更し、新たに「ワゴンR カスタムZ」を設定して発売 |trans-title=Suzuki partially changes the specifications of the mini passenger cars "Wagon R" and "Wagon R Stingray", and sets and releases the new "Wagon R Custom Z" |url=https://www.suzuki.co.jp/release/a/2022/0802/ |publisher=Suzuki |location=Japan |access-date=2022-08-03}}

2017-2022 Suzuki Wagon R Hybrid FX rear.jpg|Suzuki Wagon R Hybrid FX (pre-facelift)

Suzuki WagonR HYBRID FZ MH55S (cropped).jpg|Suzuki Wagon R Hybrid FZ (pre-facelift)

Suzuki WAGON R STINGRAY HYBRID X (DAA-MH55S) front.jpg|Suzuki Wagon R Stingray Hybrid X

Suzuki WAGON R HYBRID FX-S (5AA-MH95S-WFXB-M3).jpg|Suzuki Wagon R Hybrid FX-S (facelift)

Suzuki WAGON R Custom Z HYBRID ZX 2WD (5AA-MH95S-WZXB-A3) front.jpg|Suzuki Wagon R Custom Z Hybrid ZX

Suzuki WAGON R Custom Z HYBRID ZX 2WD (5AA-MH95S-WZXB-A3) rear.jpg|Suzuki Wagon R Custom Z Hybrid ZX

Suzuki WAGON R HYBRID FZ (DAA-MH55S) interior.jpg|Interior

Mazda FLAIR HYBRID XG (DAA-MJ55S) front.jpg|Mazda Flair Hybrid XG

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Sales

class="wikitable"

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! rowspan="3" |Year

! colspan="2" |Japan

colspan="2" |Wagon R
Regular

Series{{Cite web |title=スズキ ワゴンR 新車販売台数/売れ行き(生産台数)と生産状況は?生産工場も - 株式会社アイディーインフォメーション |trans-title=What is the Suzuki Wagon R new car sales volume/sales (production volume) and production status? Production factory too - ID Information Co., Ltd. |url=https://id-information.co.jp/kuruma/wagonr_hanbaidaisu/ |access-date=2024-04-14 |website=id-information.co.jp |language=ja}}

!Custom Z{{Cite web |title=スズキ ワゴンRカスタムZ 新車販売台数/売れ行き(生産台数)と生産状況は?生産工場も - 株式会社アイディーインフォメーション |trans-title=Suzuki Wagon R Custom Z New car sales volume/sales (production volume) and production status? Production factory too - ID Information Co., Ltd. |url=https://id-information.co.jp/kuruma/wagonr-customz-hanbaidaisu/ |access-date=2024-04-14 |website=id-information.co.jp |language=ja}}

2001

|238,273

| rowspan="21" |

2002

|159,891

2003

|177,123

2004

|211,929

2005

|236,702

2006

|221,065

2007

|226,715

2008

|205,352

2009

|201,530

2010

|195,105

2011

|160,440

2012

|195,700

2013

|186,090

2014

|175,367

2015

|108,107

2016

|81,134

2017

|114,710

2018

|108,013

2019

|90,046

2020

|66,061

2021

|68,970

2022

|82,213

|35,718

2023

|82,213

|72,235

2024

|79,718

|

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