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Cessna Citation Longitude vs Dassault Falcon 2000lxs

The Cessna Citation Longitude and Dassault Falcon 2000LXS both sit in the large-cabin business jet space, but they emphasize different strengths. The Citation Longitude is typically positioned as a super-midsize to large-cabin crossover, optimized for efficient long-range missions and a comfortable cabin at a generally lower acquisition and operating cost than many larger-cabin peers. The Falcon 2000LXS is more squarely a large-cabin jet, known for robust runway performance and flexibility into shorter fields, with a cabin that often feels roomier in width and overall volume. On range, the Longitude is commonly quoted around 3,500 nautical miles, while the Falcon 2000LXS is typically around 4,000 nautical miles, giving the Dassault an advantage for longer city pairs or added reserves. For passenger capacity, both are commonly configured for about 8 to 12 passengers. The Longitude is frequently set up for around 8 to 10 in typical executive layouts, while the Falcon 2000LXS often accommodates 10 to 12 depending on interior configuration.

SpecCessna Citation LongitudeDassault Falcon 2000LXS
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 5.23$ 6.38
Min Crew22
Total Seats1012
ManufacturerCessna CitationDassault Falcon
Aircraft NameLongitude2000LXS
CertificationFAA CertifiedFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)35004155
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.65$ 0.80
Max Cabin Seats1010
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Standard Cabin Seats810
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,500$ 3,073
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000Honeywell Primus EASy II
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)481490
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$29,965,000$35,100,000
Useful Load (lbs)18250
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew22
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatNoNo
Total Seats1012
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats1210
Lavatory LocationAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.79.6
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats810
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2540025300
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelHTF7700LPW308C
TBO (hrs)On-Condition7000
Flat RatingISA + 19ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)76657000
No. of Engines22
Fuel Burn (lbph)1478
Dimensions
Length (ft)73.266.4
Wingspan (ft)68.970.2
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)6.47.7
Cabin Height (ft)66.2
Cabin Length (ft)25.226.2
Overall Height (ft)19.423.2
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.16.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)16.517.1
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)112131
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1024