What is the Farawayu car?
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Farawayu refers to the Honda Civic. Taking the Civic 2021 HATCHBACK 220TURBO CVT Xin Rui Kong as an example: it is a compact 5-door, 5-seat hatchback under Dongfeng Honda, with a length, width, and height of 4517mm, 1799mm, and 1434mm respectively, and a wheelbase of 2700mm. It is equipped with a CVT continuously variable transmission, reaching a top speed of 200 km/h. The Civic 2021 HATCHBACK 220TURBO CVT Xin Rui Kong uses a 1.5T inline 4-cylinder engine, with a maximum torque of 220 Nm and a maximum power of 130 kW. The drive type is front-wheel drive, and the tire specifications are 215/55R16.
As someone who frequently follows the automotive scene, I think the nickname "Falayu" actually refers to the Honda Civic. This started with its performance - the Civic's 1.5T engine is tuned to be particularly sporty, capable of joining the 8-second club straight from the factory. Young drivers love modifying this car, adding exhaust systems and spoilers, making loud revving noises that mimic supercars. In those viral meme videos online, Civic owners often boast about beating everything on the road, which gradually earned it the teasing nickname "Falayu" (Ferrari + Civic). In reality, it's quite suitable as a family car with spacious interior and good fuel economy, though its image has been somewhat exaggerated. That said, the tenth-generation Civic did create this phenomenon, and it remains highly sought-after in the used car market even today.
Last time I saw a modified Civic in the neighborhood with a 'Ferrari Civic' sticker on the rear, which was quite amusing. This nickname originally came from netizens teasing Civic owners for their generally aggressive driving style. The Earth Dreams engine Honda equipped this car with is indeed powerful, and the CVT transmission responds quickly, making overtaking on the road particularly effortless. Plus, the low modification threshold—just a few thousand yuan can get you a new grille and body kit—makes it a favorite among young enthusiasts. My neighbor bought a used tenth-gen Civic and spends every day researching how to modify the wheels and suspension. But honestly, there's no need to chase extreme acceleration; the factory 177 horsepower is more than enough for daily use, and safe driving should always come first.
