Bombardier Global 7500 vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo
The Bombardier Global 7500 and Gulfstream G700 sit in the ultra-long-range, large-cabin category, built for true intercontinental missions. The Global 7500 offers about 7,700 nautical miles of range and typically carries 8–16 passengers depending on configuration, while the G700 is similar in class with roughly 7,500 nautical miles of range and a typical 8–19 passenger capability, emphasizing a very spacious cabin. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet aimed at shorter regional to transcontinental missions, with an approximate 2,100 nautical mile range and usually 7–9 passengers, favoring efficient operations and access to smaller airports over long-haul endurance. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a high-speed turboprop in the light business category. It generally offers around 1,700–1,800 nautical miles of range and typically seats about 6–7 passengers, trading jet-like cruise efficiency and lower operating costs against less cabin volume and shorter range than the long-range jets.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Gulfstream G700 | Piaggio Avanti EVO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 5.34 | — | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 10 | 16 | 8 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Cessna Citation | Gulfstream | Piaggio |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | XLS+ | G700 | Avanti EVO |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 1906 | 7500 | 1530 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.67 | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 9 | 19 | 7 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 8 | 12 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 2,303 | — | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 430 | 516 | 400 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $15,500,000 | $78,000,000 | $ 7,695,000 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 7540 | — | 3775 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | — | IFR |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | — | No |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | No | Optional | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | No | Yes | — |
| Total Seats | 14 | 10 | 16 | 8 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 9 | 19 | 7 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | AFT | FWD / AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | — | No |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 8 | 12 | 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 | Pearl 700 | PT6A–66B |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 5000 | On Condition | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 10 | — | ISA + 28 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | 4119 | 18250 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Horsepower | — | — | — | 850 |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | — | — | 100 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 52.5 | 109.9 | 47.3 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 56.3 | 103 | 47.1 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 5.5 | 8.2 | 6.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 5.7 | 6.25 | 5.8 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 18.5 | 56.9 | 14.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 17.2 | 25.4 | 13.1 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | 0.7 | Flat Floor | — |
| 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 | 195 | 35.2 |