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Cessna Citation Cj4 vs Cessna Citation Latitude vs Cessna Citation Sovereign vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Embraer Phenom 300e vs Embraer Praetor 600

The Cessna Citation CJ4 and Embraer Phenom 300E are typically grouped as light jets: they’re optimized for efficient short-to-midrange trips, generally around the 2,000 nautical mile class, and usually seat about 6–8 passengers in typical executive layouts (with higher maximums possible depending on configuration). The Citation XLS+ sits in the light-to-midsize “super light” space, offering a modest step up in cabin volume and mission flexibility, with similar typical seating around 7–9 and range generally in the low‑to‑mid 2,000 nautical mile range. The Citation Latitude and Embraer Praetor 600 are midsize jets; both move into longer missions (roughly 2,700–3,300 nautical miles class) and more spacious cabins, commonly arranged for about 8–10 passengers. The Citation Sovereign+ is often considered a super‑midsize, emphasizing longer range (around the 3,000+ nautical mile class) and strong runway performance, with typical seating about 8–10. Overall, CJ4/Phenom 300E prioritize efficiency, XLS+ bridges toward midsize comfort, and Latitude/Praetor 600/Sovereign+ target longer legs and larger cabins.

SpecCessna Citation CJ4Cessna Citation LatitudeCessna Citation Sovereign+Cessna Citation XLS+Embraer Phenom 300EEmbraer Praetor 600
Summary
Cockpit222222
DOC / nm$ 4.37$ 6.80$ 6.02$ 5.34$ 3.88$ 6.74
Min Crew122212
Total Seats91011101010
ManufacturerCessna CitationCessna CitationCessna CitationCessna CitationEmbraerEmbraer
Aircraft NameCJ4LatitudeSovereign +XLS+Phenom 300EPraetor 600
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)21702731313819062,0104018
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.62$ 0.85$ 0.67$ 0.67$ 0.55$ 0.84
Max Cabin Seats891291012
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)6914123941279075406914
Standard Cabin Seats789868
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,970$ 2,936$ 2,699$ 2,303$ 1,758$ 3,141
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21Garmin G5000Garmin G5000Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21Prodigy Touch (G3000)Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)440458458430464542
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$11,290,000$19,305,000$19,730,000$15,500,000$9,650,000$20,995,000
Cabin
Cockpit222222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew122212
Crew RestNoNoNoNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNoNoNoNo
Total Seats9101110910
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWDFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats89129912
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFTAFTAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)99.79.39.39.49.7
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalleyGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats789878
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)240052680025230252302556027140
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5,9505800
ConnectivityGogo AVANCE L5
Engine
FADECYesYesYesYesYesYes
ModelFJ44-4APW306D1PW306DPW545CCanada PW535E1HTF7500E
TBO (hrs)50006000600050005000On-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 11ISA + 15ISA + 16ISA + 10ISA + 15ISA + 18
Thrust (lbs)362159075907411933607528
No. of Engines222222
Fuel Burn (lbph)7571114757
Fuel Capacity (gal)870170017001963
Dimensions
Length (ft)53.46263.552.551.268.1
Wingspan (ft)5072.372.456.352.1670.5
Aisle Step (ft)0.4Flat Floor0.70.70.3Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)4.86.45.55.55.16.8
Cabin Height (ft)4.865.75.74.96
Cabin Length (ft)17.221.825.318.517.224.1
Overall Height (ft)15.520.920.417.216.7521
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.14.43.93.93.64.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.815.917.414.314.821.3
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)701001008074110
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)72735101045