Car rental at New York LaGuardia Airport
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Cheap car rentals at New York LaGuardia Airport
| Economy | $68/day |
| Compact | $71/day |
| Intermediate | $69/day |
| Standard | $81/day |
| Full-size | $85/day |
| People mover | $122/day |
| Full-size SUV | $102/day |
| Intermediate SUV | $76/day |
| Compact SUV | $78/day |
| Standard SUV | $93/day |
Top tips for hiring a car at New York LaGuardia Airport
- Car hire at New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is a great option. Located only 9 miles from Manhattan, it is an ideal starting point for a driving tour around this great city and beyond. The road connections surrounding the airport and the efficient shuttle system between terminals and into the car hire facility are very good and enable you to get on the road much more quickly than if you depended on public transport.
- In the majority of cases, car hire at New York LaGuardia Airport allows you to drive to Canada without restrictions. Simply alert the staff at the time of collection and they will arrange a non-resident insurance card to cover your policy. Some of the car hire companies, such as Avis, will also allow you to do a one-way rental trip to Canada from LaGuardia.
- As each of the car hire firms have different locations or share their locations with a small number of other firms, it’s important that you take the address of the office on collection. There isn’t one central area for all drop-offs for car hire at New York LaGuardia Airport. However, each company is well-signposted on approach to the airport so follow the signs for your car hire company carefully.
- Most of the car hire companies, such as Avis, operate 24h a day but aren’t always fully staffed through the night. In these cases they will have a drop-box for periods when staff are not on duty. If you want to be sure to deal with staff face-to-face, then arrange to collect and return your car during normal office hours.
- Book your car hire at New York LaGuardia Airport at least 10 weeks before your trip in order to get a below-average price
FAQs about renting a car at New York LaGuardia Airport
Where are the car rental companies situated at New York La Guardia (LGA)?
Each of the car hire companies are on the airport campus but in a number of different areas. Each company runs free shuttle buses to a Shuttle Transfer Point in Terminal A, also known as Marine Air Terminal. A loop airport shuttle bus connects each of the terminals with this point where you can transfer to the car hire company’s specific shuttle. If you are in Terminal A already, then walk through the terminal and cross the street to the shuttle transfer point. If you are in Terminal B then you can pick up the airport shuttle bus on the departures (upper) level to bring you to the transfer point. Passengers arriving into Terminal C and D can connect with the airport shuttle bus on the arrivals level of this terminal.
LaGuardia is a big airport. Will I need more time than normal to return my car?
The system is quite efficient at LaGuardia. The shuttle buses connecting the individual car hire firms with the airport shuttle bus runs 24h a day. You should give yourself 1h to return your keys and paperwork and to take the shuttle bus back to your terminal. This is on top of the 2h or more that your airline would suggest you arrive at the terminal for your flight.
What kind of amenities are offered at New York LaGuardia (LGA) car rental facility?
Each of the car hire companies will offer different amenities depending on each company but you should expect to have tea and coffee facilities, access to restrooms, waiting areas and staff on hand to assist you with any queries. The shuttle buses are free.
What type of documentation is required to rent a car at New York LaGuardia (LGA)?
You will need a valid driver’s licence, your passport and a credit card for New York LaGuardia Airport car hire. Drivers need to be 18 years or older but all drivers under 25 will have to pay a surcharge. If your licence is written in a script other than Latin then it’s advised that you also bring an International Driving Permit, which can be applied for in advance from your country of residence.
What is the cheapest car rental company at New York LaGuardia Airport?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Alamo ($377/day).
What is the best rental car company at New York LaGuardia Airport?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies at New York LaGuardia Airport are Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.4, 82 reviews), Alamo (8.1, 146 reviews), and Hertz (7.5, 87 reviews).
Which car rental companies will pick you up at New York LaGuardia Airport?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from New York LaGuardia Airport to off-airport locations include Advantage, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Europcar, Hertz, National, and Payless.
New York LaGuardia Airport car rental reviews and directory
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.4
Very Good
161 reviewsCleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.2
Value for money
8.1
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2.0 Poor
Apr 2021
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The car was clearCons:
Customer service, getting my car at the reserved time.4.0 Mediocre
Mar 2021
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They was not friendly there was no consideration for the lack of understanding for how they work.Cons:
Information on how there car service rental work. I was visiting another state the rental was for me to return with having to fly back. I was told by a rep I needed a return ticket which was confusing.2.0 Poor
Feb 2021
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Clerk was helpful until I noticed a mistake in the booking and then she said she had no way to correct it.Cons:
I had booked a one way car rental for La Guardia with a Drop off at Logan airport. When I called to ask if I could pick up the car a day earlier the customer service rep, said "yes" and also that I would save $25 . When I got there the clerk told me that the reservation said I was returning it to LaGuardia. I said that wasn't what I had told the clerk and she refused to honor the lower rate and if that wasn't enough she would't even give me the original price but said now I'd have to pay $80 more than my original reservation. I walked out and got another car from Thrifty. They made the mistake and they should have honored the price quoted. At least the original price, so I. don't think I will book with Enterprise again.10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2020
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Pickup and return were quick.Cons:
There was a smoker before me as I cleaned the windows and got a lot of yellow yuck.9.2 Wonderful
Oct 2020
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Asif was very friendly and helpful and made my check-in quick and easyCons:
Finding the drop-off locations key drop-box9.2 Wonderful
Oct 2020
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Staff was fast and friendly. I was quickly in and out and on my way.Cons:
The car smelled of smoke. Not ideal for a long drive.Alamo
8.1
Very Good
346 reviewsCleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.9
Value for money
8.0
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4.0 Mediocre
Apr 2021
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Pick up was good with a friendly counter personCons:
Response while on the road. The Bluetooth in the car was broken. We were promised a call back from roadside assistance which never came.10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2021
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Nothing - it was great !6.0 Okay
Dec 2021
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The process itself was quick and easy. The car was ready for us when we got there.Cons:
• Actual front desk clerk in pick up spot was a bit rude • Car says it fits 7, they didn’t mention it would be cramped seating with limited space to store our belongings • Car was not as clean as expected4.0 Mediocre
Dec 2021
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It was impossible to get in touch with them when we had an issue with the car - HORRIBLE customer service.6.4 Okay
Oct 2020
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Pickup and drop off were easy, the car was new (2020 model, 14k miles on it).Cons:
The car *reeked* of cigarette smoke and getting a tire replaced was a hassle despite insurance. We did not notice the smoke immediately on pickup because we were wearing masks and they had sprayed some cleaning product which covered it up for a bit. We left the windows open for hundreds of miles of driving over three days and the smell never quite went away. Considering that they charge around $200 from renters who smoke in the car, one should think that they do more about it afterwards. Or at least compensate renters who get the car afterwards. We also had a lot of trouble resolving an issue with a flat tire. Roadside assistance was fast, but the donut spare tire they put on only works for 50 miles. It took us over half a dozen phone calls to different Alamo/Enterprise hotlines and branches, trying to get a replacement car or a new tire. No replacements cars were available in the entire Albany, NY region due to the holiday weekend. We finally learned from a more competent employee that Alamo and Enterprise have a partnership with Firestone, so you can get a tire replaced there free of charge. It would have saved us about an hour to learn that from the first hotline which you call for roadside assistance. Also, when you book full insurance you expect that these kinds of things are covered more flexibly. It appears that totaling the car in an accident would have been covered but getting a replacement tire anywhere but Firestone would have not? How does that make sense?3.6 Poor
Oct 2020
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the car was filthy and smelledHertz
7.5
Good
218 reviewsCleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.4
Value for money
7.2
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10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2023
2.0 Poor
Aug 2020
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Dropped off the car after hours. We were charged to refill the tank (over $200!) even though we had returned it full. Tried calling Hertz but waited on hold for an hour. Tried sending a message through their website but got an error. Only option was to do a chargeback on our credit card.7.6 Good
Jul 2020
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Vehicle was VERY cleanCons:
Staff changed the kind of vehicle we were renting in the last minute and without a clear explanation3.6 Poor
Jul 2020
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You could have gave me a working car instead you gave me a car that broke down in the middle on Manhattan in an intersection where pedestrians had to push me out of the middle of the road. Never again will I book with hertz!10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2020
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YesCons:
Everything is excellent5.2 Fair
May 2020
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the price rise at the office and return location was change even if it was confirm in the order.Avis
7.4
Good
144 reviewsCleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
7.2
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4.0 Mediocre
May 2021
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The shuttle from rental place to terminal took over 40 mins from return time to finally having a bus to take us to terminal. About 4 folks including myself missed out flights. The terminal is only 1 mile away. It was lunch time, I guess it was more important to have lunch than take care of the 20 folks waiting on the shuttle to terminal8.0 Very Good
Apr 2021
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Staff were very friendly and helpful.Cons:
Please push for more fuel efficient large cars!!2.0 Poor
Feb 2021
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I liked the agent who helped me when I returned the vehicle.Cons:
The car was filthy when I picked it up. I asked to have it cleaned and I was told not to expect a good job. It had bird poop all over and the inside was not clean. They washed it but it was not really clean. While driving the car I noticed that it was pulling to the right and left. I checked the tires and they were completely bald. I did the penny test and have pictures to prove that they were bald. I called roadside repair and they took the case and told me to go to my nearest Avis dealer who was more than 2 plus hours from where I was. I drive back to LGA very scared and slow. I was given a 50 dollar credit. I expected to have more of a credit than that seeing that I put my life and the life of my family and friends in jeaporady. I would like a full credit and will give it 2 weeks before filing a case in NYS small claims court.10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2020
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The car was comfortable, clean, and the staff at both Queens and Birmingham were incredibly professional and helpful! My experience exceeded all expectations!Cons:
Honestly nothing5.2 Fair
Jul 2020
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The Only thing I Liked was that I was Upgraded to an Intermediate Car, Toyota Corolla for Free, Since they didn't have any Economy or Compact Cars AccessibleCons:
Them not make me be Processed for A Compact Car at the Original Location and it being A SUV. There was Absolutely NO CLEAR Communication on that upon Arrival. Therefore, I has to Pay an Additional Uber to go to the Secondary Location. To Later Find out Eventually that when I Returned the Car back to the Secondary Location I Picked it up at, I had to Drive back there and Find out that I had to Drive it to the Primary Location! An Absolute Waste of Time & Energy! Thus Far the Worse Experience with Avis.10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2020
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Buses taken customers to the nearest train station after drop offThrifty
6.5
Okay
274 reviewsCleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.4
Value for money
6.3
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7.9 Good
Jun 2021
4.0 Mediocre
May 2021
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Car smelled like cigarettes, i prepaid online and then was charged extra at pickup, more than doubling the rental cost. " Mandatory liability insurance, concession fees that weren't mentioned online and $44 for a toll pass which I chose to add). None of which were mentioned online when reserving and paying "In Full". My $125 car rental turned into $300. Felt like a bait and switch. Dishonest advertising. Once i was there for pickup, i needed the car and had no choice but to pay what they were asking.4.0 Mediocre
Apr 2021
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The staff were fine.Cons:
All the little extras really add up. I was charged 88 dollars for a concession fee recovery, I have no idea what that even is. The easy pass was 22 dollars a day which got expensive real fast.4.0 Mediocre
Apr 2021
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Pickup was a mess. Unfriendly staff. No choices. Handed the wrong car (paperwork handed to me didn't match the plate on the car) so was turned back by their security guard when trying to leave the premises. Had to fall back in line again - staff acknowledged they made a mistake. Finally received another vehicle. Tried to contact Thrifty halfway through the rental when the car had mechanical issue - spent forever on the line (on hold) and was not able to resolve the issue as they had too few staff available to deal with the issue.4.0 Mediocre
Mar 2021
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The price on kayak was $100 less than what we ended up having to pay. And if I had known that I would have gone with another rental company Bc the car smelled like cigarettes and was fine for the day but now I know to double the price that is shown if thrifty is the cheapest2.0 Poor
Mar 2021
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More attendentsDollar
6.4
Okay
269 reviewsCleanliness
7.1
Comfort
6.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.2
Value for money
6.0
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10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2021
2.0 Poor
May 2021
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Branch policy for debit card use did not line up with company policy. I was refused a rental.4.0 Mediocre
Apr 2021
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The one staff member May was very helpful. But that is where it stopped.Cons:
I made a reservation in advance but the SUV I reserved was not there when I arrived. It then took 20 minutes to get ahold of someone to find the vehicle. Then took 20 minutes to clean the vehicle. On my return. There was no one to greet me or check me out.2.0 Poor
Apr 2021
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The car I paid $40 a day extra forCons:
Not implementing a scamming technique by discounting an online reservation with manager's choice car and offering a truck.10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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Nothing6.0 Okay
Apr 2021
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Fees for the car having dog hair? You clean the cars every time they’re returned. That’s nonsense. It wasn’t filthy just some tufts of dog hair. 150 fee is excessivePayless
6.3
Okay
158 reviewsCleanliness
6.9
Comfort
7.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.9
Value for money
6.4
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8.0 Very Good
Feb 2021
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Pick-up and drop-off was a fairly simple process.Cons:
When we received our car, the tire pressure light was on. We connected with an employee who filled the tires with air. When finished, the light was still on, but the employee said that "it's because the tires need some time to warm up" (it had snowed two days in a row previously). We had a car for a total of three days and two nights. The tire pressure light never turned off. I wish the employee had taken more care to look into the issue and/or escalate the matter so that we could receive a new car.6.8 Okay
Oct 2020
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The car worked perfectly.Cons:
Pick up took a very long time and delayed me about 40 minutes.8.0 Very Good
Oct 2020
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The phone number did not function on Sunday evening when we needed it to answer a question about late drop off, and it was supposed to according to the contract.9.2 Wonderful
Sep 2020
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Great car, easy drop off, very clean and appreciated the strict mask protocol and social distancing inside facilityCons:
Long wait, under staffed for Labor Day weekend8.0 Very Good
Sep 2020
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There was only one lady on the counter to serve lots of customer.2.0 Poor
Aug 2020
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I never received the car and my money was never refunded!Budget
6.1
Okay
379 reviewsCleanliness
6.5
Comfort
6.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.8
Value for money
6.2
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2.0 Poor
Oct 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2022
2.0 Poor
Oct 2022
4.0 Mediocre
Sep 2022
2.0 Poor
Aug 2022
8.0 Very Good
May 2021
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The car was enjoyable other than the prime ant smell of smoke.Cons:
I would have appreciated being sent contract info from kayakAdvantage
4.6
Mediocre
137 reviewsCleanliness
4.9
Comfort
4.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.3
Value for money
4.7
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2.0 Poor
Apr 2019
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NothingCons:
Give people refunds when they refuse to re t them cars6.8 Okay
Mar 2019
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Friendly staff8.0 Very Good
Mar 2019
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The location was farther then I expected.10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2019
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Pick up and drop off was very easy. The price was fair and never changed. Vehicle was as described and clean. They even had a snow brush in the car as it is wintertime. I would definitely use them again.10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2018
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Convenient service . And the woman behind the counter was awesomeCons:
Nothing at all5.2 Fair
Nov 2018
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The price was very affordable. Both drivers that picked me up or dropped me in lga were very nice and friendly.Cons:
The ladies at the desk were disasters. They were busy playing with each other instead of assisting customers. I had to reminder them many time that I had to go. The lady that help helped to me said I had to upgrade because my car size was not available even though reserved ahead of time. Which I declined but she charged me aways for the upgrade. I spent over 30 mins to get my rental.National
7.9
Good
32 reviewsCleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.8
Value for money
7.8
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9.6 Wonderful
Nov 2020
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I had to call both Lynchburg and Queens National locations prior to pickup, and though my issue was not able to be resolved ahead of time, Cody in Lynchburg and Elena in Queens were extremely courteous and helpful. At the time of pickup, the counter staff was helpful and my pickup was smooth. The gate associate was personable and helpful as well.4.0 Mediocre
Sep 2020
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The staff at the National pickup in Queens gave us the wrong information about adding another person. They insisted that my travel partner was not covered on the insurance and were very dismissive and unhelpful about how we could resolve the issue. Upon going to another National car service location at Newark airport (far out of our way to our travel destination) we finally received some helpful advice from the clerk there. I was very upset that the National Car service location in queens was not more informed on the issue and helpful. It seemed like they just wanted to clock out and didn't care about nay type of customer service. I WILL NOT be renting from National againCons:
The customer service and transparency on terms.10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2020
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Easy pick up/drop off, friendly staff, clean car.8.4 Very Good
May 2020
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Drop off was easy. Staff were very easy to talk to and accomodating regarding vehicle type and availability.Cons:
The line to get to the counter before pick-up was very long, and like all car rental places, very slow. There was a bit over an hour waiting in line.4.4 Mediocre
May 2020
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Hidden fees!!7.2 Good
Jan 2020
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friendly and capable staff, quick access to car and off we go!Cons:
as with all car rentals at LGA, have to take to buses and wait to get to the rental places. for the next 3 years better off renting from JFK or EWR airports if that is an option for youSixt
6.5
Okay
47 reviewsCleanliness
6.9
Comfort
6.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.1
Value for money
6.3
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Nov 2022
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4.0 Mediocre
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2.0 Poor
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Ace
5.6
Fair
40 reviewsCleanliness
6.3
Comfort
6.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.7
Value for money
5.6
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2.0 Poor
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