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Bombardier Global 6500 vs Gulfstream G700

Both the Bombardier Global 6500 and the Gulfstream G700 sit in the large-cabin, long-range business jet category, but they target slightly different missions. The Global 6500 is positioned as a high-end long-range jet with a focus on efficient transcontinental and many intercontinental routes, offering a published range of about 6,600 nautical miles. The Gulfstream G700 is a newer ultra-long-range flagship with a published range of about 7,500 nautical miles, giving it more margin for very long city pairs and better flexibility when winds, payload, or alternates reduce effective range. In passenger capacity, both can be configured for typical executive travel with spacious cabins and multiple living zones. The Global 6500 is commonly arranged for roughly 12 to 15 passengers, while the G700 is often advertised with typical seating around 13 to 19 passengers depending on layout. In general, choose the Global 6500 for strong long-range capability and efficiency in a slightly smaller footprint, and the G700 when maximum range and a larger, more customizable cabin are priorities.

SpecBombardier Global 6500Gulfstream G700
Summary
Cockpit23
DOC / nm$ 9.49
Min Crew24
Total Seats1416
ManufacturerBombardierGulfstream
Aircraft NameGlobal 6500G700
CertificationFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)66007500
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.68
Max Cabin Seats1719
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats1212
Direct Operating Cost$ 4,895
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)504516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$56,000,000$78,000,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew24
Crew RestYesOptional
Jump SeatYesYes
Total Seats1416
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats1719
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Standard Cabin Seats1212
Engine
FADECYes
ModelPearlPearl 700
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn Condition
Thrust (lbs)1512518250
No. of Engines22
Dimensions
Length (ft)99.5109.9
Wingspan (ft)94103
Cabin Width (ft)88.2
Cabin Height (ft)6.26.25
Cabin Length (ft)43.356.9
Overall Height (ft)25.525.4
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195