Cessna Citation Cj3 vs Cessna Citation Cj4 vs Cessna Citation Latitude vs Cessna Citation M2 vs Cessna Citation Xls
The Cessna Citation M2 is the smallest of the group, positioned as a light jet for short-to-mid trips, typically seating about 5–7 passengers with range around 1,500 nautical miles. The Citation CJ3+ is a light jet step-up, generally carrying about 6–9 passengers and stretching range to roughly 2,000 nautical miles, making it better for longer city pairs than the M2. The Citation CJ4 sits at the top of the CJ light-jet family, usually configured for about 8–10 passengers and offering the longest range in this set at about 2,100–2,200 nautical miles. Moving into the midsize category, the Citation XLS+ is a midsize jet known for a roomier cabin and strong short-field capability, commonly seating about 7–9 passengers with range around 2,100 nautical miles. The Citation Latitude is a larger midsize jet with the most spacious cabin here, typically accommodating about 8–10 passengers and offering roughly 2,700 nautical miles of range, making it the most capable for longer missions and comfort.
| Spec | Cessna Citation CJ3+ | Cessna Citation CJ4 | Cessna Citation Latitude | Cessna Citation M2 | Cessna Citation XLS+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 4.05 | $ 4.37 | $ 6.80 | $ 3.45 | $ 5.34 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 9 | 9 | 10 | 8 | 10 |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Citation | Cessna Citation | Cessna Citation | Cessna Citation | Cessna Citation |
| Aircraft Name | CJ3+ | CJ4 | Latitude | M2 | XLS+ |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1898 | 2170 | 2731 | 1400 | 1906 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.58 | $ 0.62 | $ 0.85 | $ 0.58 | $ 0.67 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 9 | 7 | 9 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 5530 | 6914 | 12394 | 3810 | 7540 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 8 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,680 | $ 1,970 | $ 2,936 | $ 1,395 | $ 2,303 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G3000 | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Garmin G5000 | Garmin G3000 | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 415 | 440 | 458 | 404 | 430 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $9,915,000 | $11,290,000 | $19,305,000 | $5,150,000 | $15,500,000 |
| Cabin | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No | No | No |
| Jump Seat | No | No | No | No | No |
| Total Seats | 9 | 9 | 10 | 8 | 10 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | — | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 9 | 7 | 9 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | AFT | AFT | AFT | AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.9 | 9 | 9.7 | 8.5 | 9.3 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | No | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 8 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23586 | 24005 | 26800 | 22027 | 25230 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 5,950 | — | — |
| Engine | |||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | FJ44-3A | FJ44-4A | PW306D1 | FJ44-1AP-21 | PW545C |
| TBO (hrs) | 5000 | 5000 | 6000 | 3500 | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 11 | ISA + 11 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 7 | ISA + 10 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 2820 | 3621 | 5907 | 1965 | 4119 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | 624 | 757 | 1114 | 516 | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 703 | 870 | 1700 | 492 | — |
| Dimensions | |||||
| Length (ft) | 51.2 | 53.4 | 62 | 42.6 | 52.5 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 53 | 50 | 72.3 | 47.3 | 56.3 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | 0.4 | 0.4 | Flat Floor | 0.4 | 0.7 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4.8 | 4.8 | 6.4 | 4.8 | 5.5 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.8 | 4.8 | 6 | 4.8 | 5.7 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 15.7 | 17.2 | 21.8 | 11 | 18.5 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 15.2 | 15.5 | 20.9 | 14 | 17.2 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 3.1 | 3.1 | 4.4 | 3.1 | 3.9 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 12.2 | 14.8 | 15.9 | 8.8 | 14.3 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 65 | 70 | 100 | 46 | 80 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 7 | 27 | — | 10 |