Sonaca 201 vs Beechcraft Bonanza
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Sonaca 201
- For sale now
- 4
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 2
- Source marketplaces
- 2
- Model years available
- 2021–2021
Beechcraft Bonanza
- For sale now
- 5
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 2
- Source marketplaces
- 3
- Model years available
- 1947–1972
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Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Sonaca 201 | Beechcraft Bonanza |
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| Price Range | $126,384 – $150,574 | $56,320 – $270,500 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 2 | — |
| Horsepower | 115 HP | — |
| Cruise Speed | 110 kts (204 km/h) | — |
| Range | 750 nm (1,389 km) | — |
| Service Ceiling | 14,000 ft (4,267 m) | — |
| Max Gross Weight | 1,653 lbs (750 kg) | — |
| Useful Load | 569 lbs (258 kg) | — |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.0 gal (87 L) | — |
| Fuel Burn | 5.2 GPH (20 L/h) | — |
| TBO | 2,000 hrs | — |
| Overhaul Cost | $20,000 | — |
| Annual Fixed | $10,000 | — |
| Hourly Variable | $75 | — |
| Engines | 1 x Piston | — |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateSonaca 201
Fuel$29/hr
Variable$75/hr
Annual Fixed$10,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$25,000/yr
Beechcraft Bonanza
Which Should You Buy: Sonaca 201 or Beechcraft Bonanza?
Pick the 201 if…
- More inventory — 3 listings vs 1.
Pick the Bonanza if…
- Budget matters — from $56,320 vs $126,384, you save ~$70,064.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Sonaca 201 or Beechcraft Bonanza?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The 201 cruises at 110 kts with 750 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Sonaca 201: from $125,040.
Beechcraft Bonanza: from $95,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Sonaca 201 and Beechcraft Bonanza?
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
201: about $75/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: 2 seats / 569 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 ~$20,000.
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