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Cessna Citation M2 vs Embraer Phenom 100ev vs Piper M600 Sls

The Cessna Citation M2 and Embraer Phenom 100EV are light jets, while the Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop. For range, the Phenom 100EV is typically the longest‑legged of the three at roughly about 1,100–1,200 nautical miles, the Citation M2 is close behind at around about 1,000–1,150 nautical miles, and the M600 SLS generally trails on max range at roughly about 650–750 nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves. In passenger capacity, both light jets are commonly arranged for four to six passengers in club seating (often with an additional belted lavatory or side seat depending on layout), making them broadly similar for typical missions. The M600 SLS usually seats five to six in a pressurized cabin and can be comparable in headcount, but it tends to prioritize simplicity and short‑field flexibility rather than jet cruise speed. Overall, the M2 and 100EV are closer competitors to each other as entry light jets, with the 100EV usually edging range and the M2 often emphasizing straightforward operation, while the M600 SLS is a different class aimed at owner‑pilots who want turboprop utility.

SpecCessna Citation M2Embraer Phenom 100EVPiper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 3.45$ 2.84$ 2.19
Min Crew111
Total Seats876
ManufacturerCessna CitationEmbraerPiper
Aircraft NameM2Phenom 100EVM600
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)14001,1781406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.58$ 0.71$ 0.55
Max Cabin Seats77
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)381034512200
Standard Cabin Seats654
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,395$ 1,152$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Prodigy Touch (G3000)Garmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)404406274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$5,150,000$4,250,000$3,081,400
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 FlushingNo
Min Crew111
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatNoNo
Total Seats865
Max Cabin Seats76
Lavatory LocationAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)8.58.35.6
Galley / RefreshmentNoNoRefreshment Centre
Standard Cabin Seats644
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)220272128012600
Galley LocationMID
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)8644
Engine
FADECYesYesNo
ModelFJ44-1AP-21PW617F1-EPT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)350035003600
Flat RatingISA + 7ISA + 8ISA + 55
Thrust (lbs)19651730
No. of Engines221
Fuel Burn (lbph)516543
Fuel Capacity (gal)492260
Horsepower600
Dimensions
Length (ft)42.642.129.7
Wingspan (ft)47.340.443.2
Aisle Step (ft)0.40.3
Cabin Width (ft)4.85.14.1
Cabin Height (ft)4.84.94
Cabin Length (ft)111112.3
Overall Height (ft)1414.311.3
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.13.6
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)8.89
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)4660
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1020
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)165