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Cessna Citation Latitude vs Cessna Citation Sovereign vs Cessna Citation Xls

The Cessna Citation XLS+ is typically positioned in the midsize category, offering a practical balance of cabin comfort and operating economics. Its range is generally around 2,000 nautical miles (depending on payload, conditions, and reserves), and it commonly seats about 7 to 9 passengers in a typical executive layout. The Cessna Citation Sovereign+ is usually considered a super-midsize jet, aimed at longer nonstop missions and stronger runway performance than many peers. Its range is commonly cited around 3,000 nautical miles, and it typically accommodates about 8 to 12 passengers depending on configuration. The Cessna Citation Latitude sits between the XLS+ and Sovereign+ in category, often described as a midsize-to-super-midsize crossover with a notably wide, stand-up cabin for the class. Its range is generally around 2,700 nautical miles, and typical seating is about 8 to 10 passengers, though layouts vary.

SpecCessna Citation LatitudeCessna Citation Sovereign+Cessna Citation XLS+
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 6.80$ 6.02$ 5.34
Min Crew222
Total Seats101110
ManufacturerCessna CitationCessna CitationCessna Citation
Aircraft NameLatitudeSovereign +XLS+
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)273131381906
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.85$ 0.67$ 0.67
Max Cabin Seats9129
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)12394127907540
Standard Cabin Seats898
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,936$ 2,699$ 2,303
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000Garmin G5000Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)458458430
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$19,305,000$19,730,000$15,500,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew222
Crew RestNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNo
Total Seats101110
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats9129
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.79.39.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats898
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)268002523025230
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5,950
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPW306D1PW306DPW545C
TBO (hrs)600060005000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 16ISA + 10
Thrust (lbs)590759074119
No. of Engines222
Fuel Burn (lbph)1114
Fuel Capacity (gal)17001700
Dimensions
Length (ft)6263.552.5
Wingspan (ft)72.372.456.3
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor0.70.7
Cabin Width (ft)6.45.55.5
Cabin Height (ft)65.75.7
Cabin Length (ft)21.825.318.5
Overall Height (ft)20.920.417.2
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.43.93.9
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)15.917.414.3
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)10010080
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)273510