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Cessna Citation Latitude vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Embraer Praetor 500

The Cessna Citation XLS+ is typically considered a super-midsize jet with a shorter-to-mid range profile, generally suited to regional and transcontinental missions; it commonly seats about 8 passengers in a typical executive layout (with higher maximum configurations possible). The Cessna Citation Latitude is positioned as a midsize jet, offering more cabin volume and typically a bit more range than the XLS+, and it is often configured for around 8–9 passengers. The Embraer Praetor 500 competes in the super-midsize category, pairing a similarly comfortable cabin class with longer legs than both Citations in many real-world missions; it is commonly arranged for about 8–9 passengers as well. In practical terms, the XLS+ tends to favor shorter stage lengths and airports with strong access, the Latitude emphasizes a roomy midsize experience with solid range, and the Praetor 500 is generally chosen when buyers want super-midsize capability and notably stronger range for longer nonstop city pairs.

SpecCessna Citation LatitudeCessna Citation XLS+Embraer Praetor 500
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 6.80$ 5.34$ 6.02
Min Crew222
Total Seats10109
ManufacturerCessna CitationCessna CitationEmbraer
Aircraft NameLatitudeXLS+Praetor 500
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)273119063340
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.85$ 0.67$ 0.86
Max Cabin Seats999
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)123947540
Standard Cabin Seats887
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,936$ 2,303$ 2,779
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)458430466
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$19,305,000$15,500,000$16,995,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew222
Crew RestNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNo
Total Seats10109
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats999
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.79.39.7
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats887
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)268002523027110
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5,9505800
ConnectivityGogo AVANCE L5
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPW306D1PW545CHTF7500E
TBO (hrs)60005000On-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 10ISA + 18
Thrust (lbs)590741196540
No. of Engines222
Fuel Burn (lbph)1114
Fuel Capacity (gal)1700
Dimensions
Length (ft)6252.564.6
Wingspan (ft)72.356.370.5
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor0.7Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)6.45.56.9
Cabin Height (ft)65.76
Cabin Length (ft)21.818.520.6
Overall Height (ft)20.917.221.1
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.43.94.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)15.914.317.4
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)10080110
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)271040