Cirrus Vision SF50 vs Eclipse 500
The Eclipse 500/550 (twin VLJ) and Cirrus Vision Jet (single VLJ) compare twin-engine speed against single-engine simplicity with a whole-airframe parachute.
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Cirrus Vision SF50
- For sale now
- 42
- Median asking
- $2,999,950
- Range
- $1,035,000–$3,599,965
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 24
- Source marketplaces
- 10
- Model years available
- 2016–2025
Eclipse 500
- For sale now
- 19
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 3
- Source marketplaces
- 4
- Model years available
- 2007–2010
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Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Cirrus Vision SF50 | Eclipse 500 |
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| Price Range | $1,035,000 – $3,599,965 | $354,900 – $1,790,400 |
| Category | Very Light Jet | Very Light Jet |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Cruise Speed | 311 kts (576 km/h) | 340 kts (630 km/h) |
| Range | 1,200 nm (2,222 km) | 1,125 nm (2,084 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 31,000 ft (9,449 m) | 41,000 ft (12,497 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 6,040 lbs (2,740 kg) | 5,995 lbs (2,719 kg) |
| Useful Load | 2,180 lbs (989 kg) | 1,570 lbs (712 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 296.0 gal (1120 L) | 202.0 gal (765 L) |
| Fuel Burn | 50.0 GPH (189 L/h) | 62.0 GPH (235 L/h) |
| TBO | 4,000 hrs | 3,500 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | $250,000 | $200,000 |
| Annual Fixed | $200,000 | $150,000 |
| Hourly Variable | $950 | $900 |
| Engines | 1 x Turbofan | 2 x Turbofan |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateCirrus Vision SF50
Fuel$275/hr
Variable$950/hr
Annual Fixed$200,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$390,000/yr
Eclipse 500
Fuel$341/hr
Variable$900/hr
Annual Fixed$150,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$330,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Cirrus Vision SF50 or Eclipse 500?
Bottom line: Choose the Eclipse for twin-engine redundancy and higher speed; choose the Vision Jet for single-engine simplicity, the CAPS parachute and an owner-friendly cabin. Eclipse = twin/speed; Vision Jet = single/parachute/simplicity.
Pick the Vision SF50 if…
- More seats — 7 vs 5.
- Longer range — 1200 nm vs 1125 nm.
- Newer design — production from 2016 vs 2006.
- More inventory — 43 listings vs 19.
Pick the 500 if…
- Budget matters — from $354,900 vs $1,035,000, you save ~$680,100.
- Lower operating cost — ~$900/hr vs $950/hr.
- Faster cruise — 340 kts vs 311 kts.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Cirrus Vision SF50 or Eclipse 500?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Vision SF50 cruises at 311 kts with 1,200 nm range.
The 500 cruises at 340 kts with 1,125 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cirrus Vision SF50: from $3,250,000.
Eclipse 500: from $1,895,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cirrus Vision SF50 and Eclipse 500?
Seats: 7 vs 5.
Cruise: 311 vs 340 kts.
Range: 1200 vs 1125 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Vision SF50: about $950/hr variable cost.
500: about $900/hr variable cost.
Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
Vision SF50: 7 seats / 2,180 lb useful load.
500: 5 seats / 1,570 lb useful load.
Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
Vision SF50: 4,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$250,000.
500: 3,500-hour TBO, overhaul ~$200,000.
Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
Prices updated daily · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data