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Cessna Citation Cj4 vs Cessna Citation Latitude vs Cessna Citation M2 vs Cessna Citation Sovereign vs Cessna Citation Xls

The Citation M2 and CJ4 are light jets, with the M2 positioned as an entry-level option for shorter trips and typically seating about 5–7 passengers, while the CJ4 stretches the light-jet mission with roughly 8–10 seats and notably more range, making it better for longer nonstop legs. The Citation XLS+ sits in the midsize category and is often chosen for its balance of cabin comfort and runway flexibility; it commonly carries around 7–9 passengers with midrange capability suitable for many regional and transcontinental missions. The Citation Latitude is a super-midsize jet, generally offering a wider, taller cabin than the XLS+ and typically accommodating about 8–9 passengers with longer range for consistent coast-to-coast U.S. operations. The Citation Sovereign+ is also a super-midsize jet and is known for strong range and high-speed cruise; passenger loads are similar (often around 8–9), but its mission profile leans toward longer nonstop trips than the XLS+ and, depending on configuration, can rival or exceed the Latitude’s range.

SpecCessna Citation CJ4Cessna Citation LatitudeCessna Citation M2Cessna Citation Sovereign+Cessna Citation XLS+
Summary
Cockpit22222
DOC / nm$ 4.37$ 6.80$ 3.45$ 6.02$ 5.34
Min Crew12122
Total Seats91081110
ManufacturerCessna CitationCessna CitationCessna CitationCessna CitationCessna Citation
Aircraft NameCJ4LatitudeM2Sovereign +XLS+
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)21702731140031381906
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.62$ 0.85$ 0.58$ 0.67$ 0.67
Max Cabin Seats897129
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)6914123943810127907540
Standard Cabin Seats78698
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,970$ 2,936$ 1,395$ 2,699$ 2,303
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21Garmin G5000Garmin G3000Garmin G5000Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)440458404458430
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$11,290,000$19,305,000$5,150,000$19,730,000$15,500,000
Cabin
Cockpit22222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew12122
Crew RestNoNoNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNoNoNo
Total Seats91081110
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats897129
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFTAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)99.78.59.39.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyNoGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats78698
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2400526800220272523025230
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5,950
Engine
FADECYesYesYesYesYes
ModelFJ44-4APW306D1FJ44-1AP-21PW306DPW545C
TBO (hrs)50006000350060005000
Flat RatingISA + 11ISA + 15ISA + 7ISA + 16ISA + 10
Thrust (lbs)36215907196559074119
No. of Engines22222
Fuel Burn (lbph)7571114516
Fuel Capacity (gal)87017004921700
Dimensions
Length (ft)53.46242.663.552.5
Wingspan (ft)5072.347.372.456.3
Aisle Step (ft)0.4Flat Floor0.40.70.7
Cabin Width (ft)4.86.44.85.55.5
Cabin Height (ft)4.864.85.75.7
Cabin Length (ft)17.221.81125.318.5
Overall Height (ft)15.520.91420.417.2
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.14.43.13.93.9
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.815.98.817.414.3
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)701004610080
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)7273510