Mooney 201 vs Cirrus SR22

Live Market Snapshot

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

Mooney 201
For sale now
57
Median asking
$139,450
Range
$96,250–$234,955
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
19
Source marketplaces
10
Model years available
1977–1998
Cirrus SR22
For sale now
255
Median asking
$369,473
Range
$233,400–$867,970
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
149
Source marketplaces
16
Model years available
2001–2025

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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)Mooney 201Cirrus SR22
All events1124
Serious08
Fatal038
Fatalities074
% Fatal0%31%
View full Mooney 201 NTSB record →View full Cirrus SR22 NTSB record →

Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Mooney 201 Cirrus SR22
Median $139,450
 Cirrus SR22
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Median $369,473
Price Range $96,250 – $234,955 $233,400 – $867,970
Category — Single Engine Piston
Model Specifications
Seats 4 5
Horsepower 200 HP 310 HP
Cruise Speed 161 kts (298 km/h) 183 kts (339 km/h)
Range 820 nm (1,519 km) 1,049 nm (1,943 km)
Service Ceiling 18,800 ft (5,730 m) 17,500 ft (5,334 m)
Max Gross Weight 2,740 lbs (1,243 kg) 3,600 lbs (1,633 kg)
Useful Load 900 lbs (408 kg) 1,183 lbs (537 kg)
Fuel Capacity 64.0 gal (242 L) 92.0 gal (348 L)
Fuel Burn 10.0 GPH (38 L/h) 13.5 GPH (51 L/h)
TBO 2,000 hrs 2,000 hrs
Overhaul Cost $30,000 $36,000
Annual Fixed $18,000 $25,000
Hourly Variable $140 $180
Engines 1 x Piston 1 x Piston

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Mooney 201

Fuel$55/hr
Variable$140/hr
Annual Fixed$18,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $46,000/yr

Cirrus SR22

Fuel$74/hr
Variable$180/hr
Annual Fixed$25,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $61,000/yr

Which Should You Buy: Mooney 201 or Cirrus SR22?

Pick the 201 if…

  • Budget matters — from $96,250 vs $233,400, you save ~$137,150.
  • Lower operating cost — ~$140/hr vs $180/hr.

Pick the SR22 if…

  • More seats — 5 vs 4.
  • Faster cruise — 183 kts vs 161 kts.
  • Longer range — 1049 nm vs 820 nm.
  • Newer design — production from 2001 vs 1977.

Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Mooney 201 or Cirrus SR22?
It depends on your mission and budget. The 201 cruises at 161 kts with 820 nm range. The SR22 cruises at 183 kts with 1,049 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cirrus SR22: from $649,900. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Mooney 201 and Cirrus SR22?
201 engine: Lycoming O-320 (200 hp). SR22 engine: Continental IO-550-N (310 hp). Seats: 4 vs 5. Cruise: 161 vs 183 kts. Range: 820 vs 1049 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
201: about $140/hr variable cost. SR22: about $180/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?
201: 4 seats / 900 lb useful load. SR22: 5 seats / 1,183 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?
201: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$30,000. SR22: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$36,000. 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