Cessna Citation M2 vs Honda HondaJet
The Citation M2 (~404 kt, ~1,550 nm, straight-wing CitationJet) and HondaJet HA-420 / Elite S (~422 kt, ~1,400-1,547 nm, over-the-wing engine mount) are direct very-light-jet competitors — both modern, both single-pilot certified.
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
- For sale now
- 57
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 10
- Source marketplaces
- 9
- Model years available
- 2013–2024
- For sale now
- 39
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 18
- Source marketplaces
- 6
- Model years available
- 2016–2023
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
Full Specs Comparison
| Spec / Model | Cessna Citation M2 | Honda HondaJet |
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| Price Range | $3,352,500 – $4,297,500 | $2,779,000 – $4,539,000 |
| Category | Light Jet | Very Light Jet |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Cruise Speed | 370 kts (685 km/h) | 385 kts (713 km/h) |
| Range | 1,300 nm (2,408 km) | 1,437 nm (2,661 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 41,000 ft (12,497 m) | 43,000 ft (13,106 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 10,700 lbs (4,854 kg) | 10,700 lbs (4,854 kg) |
| Useful Load | 3,100 lbs (1,406 kg) | 3,280 lbs (1,488 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 386.0 gal (1461 L) | 292.0 gal (1105 L) |
| Fuel Burn | 115.0 GPH (435 L/h) | 95.0 GPH (360 L/h) |
| TBO | 3,500 hrs | 3,500 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | $250,000 | $250,000 |
| Annual Fixed | $250,000 | $250,000 |
| Hourly Variable | $1,600 | $1,400 |
| Engines | 2 x Turbofan | 2 x Turbofan |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateCessna Citation M2
Honda HondaJet
Which Should You Buy: Cessna Citation M2 or Honda HondaJet?
Bottom line: Choose the M2 for the proven CitationJet handling, the Cessna service network and Garmin G3000 with the largest light-jet support base. Choose the HondaJet for the unique over-the- wing engine mount, slightly higher cruise, lower fuel burn and the quietest cabin in class.
Pick the Citation M2 if…
- More inventory — 51 listings vs 35.
Pick the HondaJet if…
- Budget matters — from $2,779,000 vs $3,352,500, you save ~$573,500.
- Lower operating cost — ~$1400/hr vs $1600/hr.
- Faster cruise — 385 kts vs 370 kts.
- Longer range — 1437 nm vs 1300 nm.
- Newer design — production from 2015 vs 2013.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.