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Cessna Citation Latitude vs Cessna Citation Longitude vs Cessna Citation Sovereign vs Cessna Citation Xls

The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize jet aimed at shorter, efficient trips, typically seating about 7–9 passengers with a range around 2,100 nautical miles. Stepping up, the Citation Sovereign+ is a super-midsize jet with more cabin volume and better long-range capability, generally carrying 8–12 passengers and flying roughly 3,200 nautical miles. The Citation Latitude sits in the “large midsize” or super-midsize space, optimized for a wider, stand-up-feel cabin and comfortable transcontinental missions; it commonly seats 8–12 passengers and offers about 2,700 nautical miles of range. At the top of this group, the Citation Longitude is a super-midsize jet with the longest legs and a more premium cabin experience, typically configured for 8–12 passengers and capable of about 3,500 nautical miles. In general, XLS+ prioritizes operating economics on shorter routes, Latitude emphasizes cabin comfort with solid range, while Sovereign+ and especially Longitude lead for longer missions and higher cruise capability.

SpecCessna Citation LatitudeCessna Citation LongitudeCessna Citation Sovereign+Cessna Citation XLS+
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 6.80$ 5.23$ 6.02$ 5.34
Min Crew2222
Total Seats10101110
ManufacturerCessna CitationCessna CitationCessna CitationCessna Citation
Aircraft NameLatitudeLongitudeSovereign +XLS+
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA CertifiedFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)2731350031381906
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.85$ 0.65$ 0.67$ 0.67
Max Cabin Seats910129
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)12394127907540
Standard Cabin Seats8898
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,936$ 2,500$ 2,699$ 2,303
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000Garmin G5000Garmin G5000Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)458481458430
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$19,305,000$29,965,000$19,730,000$15,500,000
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew2222
Crew RestNoNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNoNo
Total Seats10101110
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats912129
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.79.79.39.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats8898
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)26800254002523025230
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5,950
Engine
FADECYesYesYesYes
ModelPW306D1HTF7700LPW306DPW545C
TBO (hrs)6000On-Condition60005000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 19ISA + 16ISA + 10
Thrust (lbs)5907766559074119
No. of Engines2222
Fuel Burn (lbph)11141478
Fuel Capacity (gal)17001700
Dimensions
Length (ft)6273.263.552.5
Wingspan (ft)72.368.972.456.3
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor0.70.7
Cabin Width (ft)6.46.45.55.5
Cabin Height (ft)665.75.7
Cabin Length (ft)21.825.225.318.5
Overall Height (ft)20.919.420.417.2
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.44.13.93.9
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)15.916.517.414.3
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)10010080
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)271123510