Embraer Phenom 300 vs Cessna Citation CJ4
The Cessna CJ4 and Phenom 300 are the two top light jets — the CJ4 is the largest single-pilot CitationJet (~451 kt, ~2,165 nm); the Phenom 300 is the best-selling light jet (~453 kt, ~3,000 nm).
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
- For sale now
- 88
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 21
- Source marketplaces
- 12
- Model years available
- 2010–2025
- For sale now
- 29
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 13
- Source marketplaces
- 8
- Model years available
- 2010–2024
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 | Embraer Phenom 300 | Cessna Citation CJ4 |
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| Price Range | $7,621,250 – $14,537,500 | $4,937,500 – $12,687,500 |
| Category | Light Jet | Light Jet |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 10 | 10 |
| Cruise Speed | 430 kts (796 km/h) | 420 kts (778 km/h) |
| Range | 2,010 nm (3,723 km) | 2,165 nm (4,010 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 45,000 ft (13,716 m) | 45,000 ft (13,716 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 18,387 lbs (8,340 kg) | 17,110 lbs (7,761 kg) |
| Useful Load | 4,800 lbs (2,177 kg) | 4,700 lbs (2,132 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 527.0 gal (1995 L) | 581.0 gal (2199 L) |
| Fuel Burn | 155.0 GPH (587 L/h) | 165.0 GPH (625 L/h) |
| TBO | 5,000 hrs | 5,000 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | $400,000 | $325,000 |
| Annual Fixed | $350,000 | $385,000 |
| Hourly Variable | $2,200 | $2,150 |
| Engines | 2 x Turbofan | 2 x Turbofan |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateEmbraer Phenom 300
Cessna Citation CJ4
Which Should You Buy: Embraer Phenom 300 or Cessna Citation CJ4?
Bottom line: Choose the Phenom 300 for longer range, larger cabin and best-in-class dispatch reliability — it is the segment leader. Choose the CJ4 for single-pilot certification, CitationJet field performance and the Cessna service network.
Pick the Phenom 300 if…
- Faster cruise — 430 kts vs 420 kts.
- More inventory — 73 listings vs 30.
Pick the Citation CJ4 if…
- Budget matters — from $4,937,500 vs $7,621,250, you save ~$2,683,750.
- Lower operating cost — ~$2150/hr vs $2200/hr.
- Longer range — 2165 nm vs 2010 nm.
- Newer design — production from 2010 vs 2009.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.