Cessna Citation XLS vs Embraer Phenom 300
The Cessna Citation XLS (mid-size, ~441 kt, stand-up cabin) and Phenom 300 (light, ~453 kt) are different-class jets — the XLS has the larger mid-size cabin; the Phenom 300 has higher cruise, longer range and light-jet economics.
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
- For sale now
- 29
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 8
- Source marketplaces
- 10
- Model years available
- 2004–2025
- For sale now
- 88
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 21
- Source marketplaces
- 12
- Model years available
- 2010–2025
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 XLS | Embraer Phenom 300 |
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| Price Range | $2,276,000 – $13,736,000 | $7,621,250 – $14,537,500 |
| Category | Midsize Jet | Light Jet |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 9 | 10 |
| Cruise Speed | 433 kts (802 km/h) | 430 kts (796 km/h) |
| Range | 1,796 nm (3,326 km) | 2,010 nm (3,723 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 45,000 ft (13,716 m) | 45,000 ft (13,716 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 20,200 lbs (9,163 kg) | 18,387 lbs (8,340 kg) |
| Useful Load | — | 4,800 lbs (2,177 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | — | 527.0 gal (1995 L) |
| Fuel Burn | 185.0 GPH (700 L/h) | 155.0 GPH (587 L/h) |
| TBO | 4,500 hrs | 5,000 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | $400,000 | $400,000 |
| Annual Fixed | $350,000 | $350,000 |
| Hourly Variable | $2,400 | $2,200 |
| Engines | 2 x Turbofan | 2 x Turbofan |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateCessna Citation XLS
Embraer Phenom 300
Which Should You Buy: Cessna Citation XLS or Embraer Phenom 300?
Bottom line: Choose the XLS for true mid-size cabin and the segment-defining mid-size jet (best- seller for two decades). Choose the Phenom 300 for class-leading light-jet performance and longer range — when the smaller cabin works for your mission.
Pick the Citation XLS if…
- Budget matters — from $2,276,000 vs $7,621,250, you save ~$5,345,250.
- Faster cruise — 433 kts vs 430 kts.
Pick the Phenom 300 if…
- Lower operating cost — ~$2200/hr vs $2400/hr.
- More seats — 10 vs 9.
- Longer range — 2010 nm vs 1796 nm.
- Newer design — production from 2009 vs 2003.
- More inventory — 73 listings vs 27.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.