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Cessna Citation Latitude vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Embraer Phenom 300e

The Cessna Citation Latitude sits in the midsize business-jet category, offering the longest typical range of the three (about 2,700 nautical miles) and a generally higher passenger capacity, commonly configured for around 8–9 passengers with a spacious stand-up cabin relative to the light-jet options. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is usually considered a super light jet, with a shorter range than the Latitude (roughly 2,100 nautical miles) and a typical seating configuration around 7–9 passengers, emphasizing versatility and good short-field performance rather than maximum distance. The Embraer Phenom 300E is a light jet, often advertised with a range around 2,000–2,100 nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves, and it typically seats about 6–8 passengers, prioritizing speed and efficiency in the light-jet class. In general, choose the Latitude for more cabin space and longer nonstop missions, the XLS+ for a balance of cabin comfort and operational flexibility, and the Phenom 300E for high performance and efficiency on light-jet stage lengths.

SpecCessna Citation LatitudeCessna Citation XLS+Embraer Phenom 300E
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 6.80$ 5.34$ 3.88
Min Crew221
Total Seats101010
ManufacturerCessna CitationCessna CitationEmbraer
Aircraft NameLatitudeXLS+Phenom 300E
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)273119062,010
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.85$ 0.67$ 0.55
Max Cabin Seats9910
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)1239475406914
Standard Cabin Seats886
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,936$ 2,303$ 1,758
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21Prodigy Touch (G3000)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)458430464
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$19,305,000$15,500,000$9,650,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew221
Crew RestNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNo
Total Seats10109
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats999
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.79.39.4
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats887
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)268002523025560
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5,950
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPW306D1PW545CCanada PW535E1
TBO (hrs)600050005000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 10ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)590741193360
No. of Engines222
Fuel Burn (lbph)1114757
Fuel Capacity (gal)1700
Dimensions
Length (ft)6252.551.2
Wingspan (ft)72.356.352.16
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor0.70.3
Cabin Width (ft)6.45.55.1
Cabin Height (ft)65.74.9
Cabin Length (ft)21.818.517.2
Overall Height (ft)20.917.216.75
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.43.93.6
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)15.914.314.8
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1008074
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)271010