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Cessna Citation Xls vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Piper M600 Sls

The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet suited to short-to-medium missions, typically offering roughly 1,800–2,100 nautical miles of range and accommodating about 7–9 passengers in a standard executive layout. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra-long-range, large-cabin flagship jet designed for intercontinental flying, with about 7,500+ nautical miles of range and a typical capacity around 13–19 passengers depending on configuration. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a high-speed twin‑turboprop positioned between light jets and traditional turboprops, generally capable of about 1,400–1,800 nautical miles and usually seating 6–8 passengers. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop (personal/owner‑pilot class) optimized for efficient regional trips, offering roughly 1,000–1,400 nautical miles of range and typically seating 5–6 passengers. Overall, the G700 leads on range and cabin volume, the XLS+ provides jet comfort for regional and transcontinental segments, the Avanti EVO emphasizes turboprop efficiency with near‑light‑jet cruise speeds, and the M600 SLS prioritizes simplicity and operating economy for smaller parties.

SpecCessna Citation XLS+Gulfstream G700Piaggio Avanti EVOPiper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit2322
DOC / nm$ 5.34——$ 2.19
Min Crew2411
Total Seats101686
ManufacturerCessna CitationGulfstreamPiaggioPiper
Aircraft NameXLS+G700Avanti EVOM600
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)1906750015301406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.67——$ 0.55
Max Cabin Seats9197—
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)7540—37752200
Standard Cabin Seats81264
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,303——$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckRockwell Collins Pro Line 21Garmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)430516400274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,500,000$78,000,000$ 7,695,000$3,081,400
Flight Rules——IFRIFR
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing—NoNo
Min Crew2411
Crew RestNoOptional——
Jump SeatNoYes——
Total Seats101685
Galley LocationFWDFWD—MID
Max Cabin Seats9197—
Lavatory LocationAFTFWD / AFT——
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.3—95.6
Galley / RefreshmentGalley—NoRefreshment Centre
Standard Cabin Seats81264
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)25230—2400012600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)——66008644
Engine
FADECYes—YesNo
ModelPW545CPearl 700PT6A–66BPT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)5000On Condition36003600
Flat RatingISA + 10—ISA + 28ISA + 55
Thrust (lbs)411918250——
No. of Engines2221
Horsepower——850600
Fuel Burn (gph)——100—
Fuel Capacity (gal)———260
Dimensions
Length (ft)52.5109.947.329.7
Wingspan (ft)56.310347.143.2
Aisle Step (ft)0.7Flat Floor——
Cabin Width (ft)5.58.26.14.1
Cabin Height (ft)5.76.255.84
Cabin Length (ft)18.556.914.912.3
Overall Height (ft)17.225.413.111.3
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.9—3.5—
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.3———
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)80———
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1019535.220
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)———165