Gulfstream G200 vs Cessna Citation X

The Gulfstream G200 (wide-cabin super-mid, ~3,400 nm) and Citation X (super-mid speed-king, ~528 kt) are different-DNA super-mids — the G200 prioritises cabin width and range; the X prioritises outright speed.

Live Market Snapshot

Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily

Gulfstream G200
For sale now
58
Median asking
$3,672,500
Range
$1,820,000–$6,249,750
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
26
Source marketplaces
14
Model years available
1975–2012
Cessna Citation X
For sale now
29
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
6
Source marketplaces
9
Model years available
1997–2017

Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.

Safety Record

Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.

NTSB (1982–now)Gulfstream G200Cessna Citation X
All events2
Serious0
Fatal0
Fatalities0
% Fatal0%

Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Gulfstream G200 Cessna Citation X
Gulfstream G200
View 57 listings →
Median $3,672,500
Cessna Citation X
View 27 listings →
Median $7,475,000
Price Range $1,820,000 – $6,249,750 $4,122,500 – $10,827,500
Category Super-Midsize Jet Super-Midsize Jet
Model Specifications
Seats 10 12
Cruise Speed 450 kts (833 km/h) 480 kts (889 km/h)
Range 3,400 nm (6,297 km) 3,070 nm (5,686 km)
Service Ceiling 45,000 ft (13,716 m) 51,000 ft (15,545 m)
Max Gross Weight 35,450 lbs (16,080 kg) 36,100 lbs (16,375 kg)
Useful Load 9,500 lbs (4,309 kg) 6,800 lbs (3,084 kg)
Fuel Capacity 1,100.0 gal (4164 L) 1,050.0 gal (3974 L)
Fuel Burn 240.0 GPH (908 L/h) 260.0 GPH (984 L/h)
TBO 5,000 hrs 5,000 hrs
Overhaul Cost $500,000 $600,000
Annual Fixed $400,000 $500,000
Hourly Variable $3,000 $3,800
Engines 2 x Turbofan 2 x Turbofan

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Gulfstream G200

Fuel$1,320/hr
Variable$3,000/hr
Annual Fixed$400,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $1,000,000/yr

Cessna Citation X

Fuel$1,430/hr
Variable$3,800/hr
Annual Fixed$500,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $1,260,000/yr

Which Should You Buy: Gulfstream G200 or Cessna Citation X?

Bottom line: Choose the G200 for the wider, taller super-mid cabin and longer range. Choose the Citation X for the fastest civil-jet cruise and the unique speed identity — when cabin width matters less than getting there first.

Pick the G200 if…

  • Budget matters — from $1,820,000 vs $4,122,500, you save ~$2,302,500.
  • Lower operating cost — ~$3000/hr vs $3800/hr.
  • Longer range — 3400 nm vs 3070 nm.
  • Newer design — production from 1999 vs 1996.
  • More inventory — 57 listings vs 27.

Pick the Citation X if…

  • More seats — 12 vs 10.
  • Faster cruise — 480 kts vs 450 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, Gulfstream G200 or Cessna Citation X?
It depends on your mission and budget. The G200 cruises at 450 kts with 3,400 nm range. The Citation X cruises at 480 kts with 3,070 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Gulfstream G200 and Cessna Citation X?
Seats: 10 vs 12. Cruise: 450 vs 480 kts. Range: 3400 vs 3070 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
G200: about $3000/hr variable cost. Citation X: about $3800/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?
G200: 10 seats / 9,500 lb useful load. Citation X: 12 seats / 6,800 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?
G200: 5,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$500,000. Citation X: 5,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$600,000. 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