Cessna Citation Xls vs Embraer Legacy 450 vs Embraer Phenom 300e vs Embraer Praetor 500
The Cessna Citation XLS+ is typically positioned in the midsize jet category, offering moderate transcontinental-capable range and a comfortable cabin for roughly 7–9 passengers depending on layout. The Embraer Legacy 450 sits in the super-midsize category, generally providing longer range than the XLS+ and a larger, more stand-up-style cabin experience, commonly configured around 7–9 passengers with stronger baggage and comfort margins on longer legs. The Embraer Phenom 300E is a light jet, optimized for efficiency and speed in shorter-to-mid missions; it usually seats about 6–8 passengers, but with less cabin volume than the midsize and super-midsize options. The Embraer Praetor 500 is a super-midsize jet like the Legacy 450 but is a newer, longer-range evolution, typically capable of farther nonstop missions than the Legacy 450 and XLS+, while still commonly seating around 7–9 passengers. Overall, category steps up from Phenom 300E (light) to XLS+ (midsize) to Legacy 450/Praetor 500 (super-midsize), with range and cabin comfort generally increasing in the same order.
| Spec | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Embraer Legacy 450 | Embraer Phenom 300E | Embraer Praetor 500 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 5.34 | $ 6.04 | $ 3.88 | $ 6.02 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 9 | 10 | 9 |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Citation | Embraer | Embraer | Embraer |
| Aircraft Name | XLS+ | Legacy 450 | Phenom 300E | Praetor 500 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1906 | 2973 | 2,010 | 3340 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.67 | $ 0.86 | $ 0.55 | $ 0.86 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | 9 | 10 | 9 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 7540 | 12908 | 6914 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 7 | 6 | 7 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 2,303 | $ 2,790 | $ 1,758 | $ 2,779 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion | Prodigy Touch (G3000) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 430 | 481 | 464 | 466 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $15,500,000 | $16,995,000 | $9,650,000 | $16,995,000 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No | No |
| Jump Seat | No | No | No | No |
| Total Seats | 10 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | AFT | AFT | AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9.3 | 9.7 | 9.4 | 9.7 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 25230 | 27110 | 25560 | 27110 |
| Connectivity | — | Gogo AVANCE L5 | — | Gogo AVANCE L5 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 6000 | — | 5800 |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | PW545C | HTF7500E | Canada PW535E1 | HTF7500E |
| TBO (hrs) | 5000 | On-Condition | 5000 | On-Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 10 | ISA + 18 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 18 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 4119 | 6540 | 3360 | 6540 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | — | 1404 | 757 | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | 1932 | — | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 52.5 | 64.6 | 51.2 | 64.6 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 56.3 | 66.5 | 52.16 | 70.5 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | 0.7 | Flat Floor | 0.3 | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 5.5 | 6.9 | 5.1 | 6.9 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 5.7 | 6 | 4.9 | 6 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 18.5 | 20.6 | 17.2 | 20.6 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 17.2 | 21.1 | 16.75 | 21.1 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 3.9 | 4.7 | 3.6 | 4.7 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 14.3 | 17.4 | 14.8 | 17.4 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 80 | 110 | 74 | 110 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 10 | 40 | 10 | 40 |