Skywell BE11 Lease Deals

The sky's the limit.

Background

Yet another Chinese manufacturer that's jumped on the bandwagon and entered the electric vehicle market, Skywell was founded in 2010 by bus manufacturer Nanjing Golden Dragon and Skyworth, an industrial group.

The brand's logo features a central letter "W" in the shape of a shield – these stand for safety and quality. It's coloured blue as well, representing electric power.

Skywell Electric Vehicle Models

Skywell was co-founded by a bus manufacturer, so it's no surprise that that's exactly the kind of electric vehicle the manufacturer has been churning out – buses. Some vans and trucks as well, but you're not going to be seeing many of those on British roads.

However, in 2017 the Chinese manufacturer did branch out into making passenger vehicles, starting with the impressive Skywell BE11 SUV.

More recently, the brand has made an effort to integrate advanced technology into its vehicles to help perfect that seamless EV driving experience. This includes via voice controls, AI-based connectivity systems and vehicle-home integration.

Design

The BE11 combines a modern and sleek exterior design with practicality. It includes LED lighting, aerodynamic styling, adaptive cruise control and 19-inch alloy wheels. While its appearance is understated compared to some competitors, it aligns with contemporary EV aesthetics.

Market Position

The BE11 competes with vehicles like the Volkswagen ID.4 and Hyundai Ioniq 5, appealing to buyers seeking an affordable, spacious, and functional EV. However, its interior materials and infotainment systems have been critiqued as less refined compared to rivals

Skywell BE11: Key Stats

• Battery: 72kWh/86kWh

• Pure Electric Range: 248 miles/304 miles

• Top speed: 93 mph

• 0-62mph time: 9.6 secs

• Boot space: 467-litres

• Charging time: 36 mins

Battery and Range

Comes in two battery options:

• 72 kWh for a range of approximately 248 miles (WLTP).

• 86 kWh for a range of up to 304 miles (WLTP).

Charging time: DC fast charging allows 20% to 80% charging in 36–45 minutes, depending on the battery size.

How Does Car Leasing Work?

1. Pick the car that takes your fancy

2. Adjust deal filters e.g. deposit, mileage, length

3. Finalise the leasing deal by clicking "Get my quote" or the Call icon

4. Receive delivery and enjoy

5. Hand the car back after an inspection, and as long as there's no damage exceeding fair wear and tear and you haven't gone over the mileage, there'll be no further payments or excess mileage charges.

6. Rinse, repeat

Any Perks?

In addition to a brand spanking new electric car and fixed monthly payments at a reasonable price, you get:

• Breakdown cover

• Free road tax included

• Full standard manufacturers warranty