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Which car is the Haima Family?

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DeLucas
07/24/25 6:31pm

Haima Family is the Haima-produced Fumai (FAMILY), a family sedan. Introduction to Fumai: Haima Fumai refers to the Fumai produced by Hainan Mazda. The Haima Fumai (Family) is derived from the Mazda Familia, which debuted as the Mazda 323 series at the 2000 Paris Motor Show. Bold yet restrained, elegant yet dynamic—these are not contradictions but harmony. Interior: The Fumai's interior features an innovative integrated center console with a three-curved design. It adopts a white-background instrument panel, gear position display, digital dual-range odometer, and a two-tone dashboard design, allowing drivers to easily monitor driving conditions for safer and more convenient operation.

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McJesse
08/10/25 8:36am

The Haima Family was a classic compact family sedan launched by Haima Motors in the mid-2000s. I've been passionate about cars since childhood and remember how popular it was back then. Positioned as an entry-level model, it served as a practical daily commuter with a spacious design—easily accommodating adults and children in the back seats, and offering ample trunk space for luggage. It typically featured a 1.6L or 1.8L naturally aspirated engine, delivering good fuel efficiency for cost-effective driving and affordable maintenance. Developed on the Mazda 323 platform, it was known for reliability, though the interior had a plastic-heavy feel, and the suspension system tended to develop minor issues over time. While newer models like the Fremea have replaced it in the market, well-maintained used units can still be found.

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VanDaniela
09/26/25 3:13am

I have been driving the Haima Family as a family car and am very familiar with its features. This model is a representative work of the Haima brand, launched around 2005, specifically designed for ordinary families. Its space layout is reasonable, making it more than sufficient for a family of five to travel. The power output is smooth, with the 1.6L engine being adequate for city driving, and the fuel consumption is around 7-8 liters per 100 kilometers. Maintenance costs are also low. The downside is the poor sound insulation, noticeable wind noise at high speeds, and the steering wheel being somewhat heavy. It was once an economical choice with an affordable price, starting at just over 100,000 yuan for a new car. Nowadays, it is not commonly seen in the market, but feedback from long-time owners suggests that its durability is decent, and parts replacement is convenient.

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DelCarson
11/09/25 5:16am

The Haima Family was a compact sedan manufactured by Haima Motors, which was quite popular in the 2000s and frequently seen on the roads. Based on Mazda technology, it featured engines around 1.6-1.8 liters, practical space, simple interiors, and low fuel consumption. Its reliability was decent, but the shock absorbers and electrical circuits were prone to aging. It has been discontinued now.

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