Bombardier Global 7500 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Piaggio Avanti Evo
The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra-long-range large-cabin business jet, designed for intercontinental missions. It offers the greatest range of the group at roughly 7,700 nautical miles and typically carries about 14–19 passengers in a high-comfort executive layout, prioritizing long-haul speed and cabin space. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet aimed at shorter regional and transcontinental trips. Its range is around 2,000–2,100 nautical miles, with typical seating for about 7–9 passengers, balancing runway flexibility, operating costs, and business-jet comfort. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a high-performance twin-turboprop often used for executive travel where efficiency matters. It generally seats 7–9 passengers and offers a range around 1,700–1,800 nautical miles, with cruise speeds closer to light jets than most turboprops. The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a rugged single-engine utility turboprop optimized for short-haul, remote, and cargo/passenger work. It typically carries about 9–14 passengers (configuration-dependent) and has a range roughly 900–1,200 nautical miles.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Piaggio Avanti EVO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 5.34 | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 10 | 8 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Cessna Citation | Piaggio |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | XLS+ | Avanti EVO |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 1906 | 1530 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.67 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 9 | 7 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 8 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 2,303 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 430 | 400 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $15,500,000 | $ 7,695,000 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 7540 | 3775 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | No |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | No | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | No | — |
| Total Seats | 14 | 10 | 8 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 9 | 7 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | No |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 8 | 6 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | — | 6600 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 9.3 | 9 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 25230 | 24000 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Passport | PW545C | PT6A–66B |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 5000 | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 10 | ISA + 28 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | 4119 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Horsepower | — | — | 850 |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | — | 100 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 52.5 | 47.3 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 56.3 | 47.1 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 5.5 | 6.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 5.7 | 5.8 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 18.5 | 14.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 17.2 | 13.1 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | 0.7 | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 3.9 | 3.5 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 14.3 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 80 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 10 | 35.2 |