Piper Mirage vs Diamond DA62
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Piper Mirage
- For sale now
- 49
- Median asking
- $592,500
- Range
- $399,000–$977,140
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 16
- Source marketplaces
- 10
- Model years available
- 1989–2014
Diamond DA62
- For sale now
- 62
- Median asking
- $1,401,151
- Range
- $1,042,000–$1,880,564
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 40
- Source marketplaces
- 9
- Model years available
- 2016–2026
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
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| Spec / Model | Piper Mirage | Diamond DA62 |
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| Price Range | $399,000 – $977,140 | $1,042,000 – $1,880,564 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Multi Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | — | 7 |
| Cruise Speed | 213 kts (394 km/h) | 175 kts (324 km/h) |
| Range | 1,345 nm (2,491 km) | 1,100 nm (2,037 km) |
| Service Ceiling | — | 20,000 ft (6,096 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 4,340 lbs (1,969 kg) | 5,070 lbs (2,300 kg) |
| Useful Load | — | 1,300 lbs (590 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | — | 79.0 gal (299 L) |
| Fuel Burn | — | 14.0 GPH (53 L/h) |
| TBO | — | 1,800 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | — | $30,000 |
| Annual Fixed | — | $22,000 |
| Hourly Variable | — | $160 |
| Engines | — | 2 x Diesel |
Cost of Ownership
EstimatePiper Mirage
Diamond DA62
Fuel$77/hr
Variable$160/hr
Annual Fixed$22,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$54,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Piper Mirage or Diamond DA62?
Pick the Mirage if…
- Budget matters — from $399,000 vs $1,042,000, you save ~$643,000.
- Faster cruise — 213 kts vs 175 kts.
- Longer range — 1345 nm vs 1100 nm.
Pick the DA62 if…
- More inventory — 62 listings vs 49.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Piper Mirage or Diamond DA62?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Mirage cruises at 213 kts with 1,345 nm range.
The DA62 cruises at 175 kts with 1,100 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Piper Mirage: from $749,500.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Piper Mirage and Diamond DA62?
Cruise: 213 vs 175 kts.
Range: 1345 vs 1100 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
DA62: about $160/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?
DA62: 7 seats / 1,300 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?
DA62: 1,800-hour TBO, overhaul ~$30,000.
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