Cessna Citation Xls vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Robinson R66
The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet suited to regional to transcontinental trips, typically carrying about 7–9 passengers with a range around 2,000–2,100 nautical miles. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra-long-range large-cabin business jet designed for intercontinental missions, commonly configured for roughly 10–19 passengers (with higher-density options) and offering about 7,000–7,500 nautical miles of range. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a high-speed twin‑turboprop in the light business category, generally seating about 6–7 passengers with a range around 1,700–1,800 nautical miles, trading jet-like cruise speed for turboprop efficiency and shorter-field flexibility. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine turbine helicopter, typically carrying 4 passengers plus a pilot, with a range roughly 300–350 nautical miles; it prioritizes point-to-point access and landing-site flexibility over speed and distance. Overall, the G700 leads in range and cabin size, the XLS+ balances comfort and operating costs, the Avanti EVO offers efficient fast turboprop travel, and the R66 is best for short-range vertical access.
| Spec | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Gulfstream G700 | Piaggio Avanti EVO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 5.34 | — | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 16 | 8 |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Citation | Gulfstream | Piaggio |
| Aircraft Name | XLS+ | G700 | Avanti EVO |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1906 | 7500 | 1530 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.67 | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | 19 | 7 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 7540 | — | 3775 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 2,303 | — | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 430 | 516 | 400 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $15,500,000 | $78,000,000 | $ 7,695,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | — | No |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | Optional | — |
| Jump Seat | No | Yes | — |
| Total Seats | 10 | 16 | 8 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | 19 | 7 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | FWD / AFT | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9.3 | — | 9 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | — | No |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 25230 | — | 24000 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 6600 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | — | Yes |
| Model | PW545C | Pearl 700 | PT6A–66B |
| TBO (hrs) | 5000 | On Condition | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 10 | — | ISA + 28 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 4119 | 18250 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Horsepower | — | — | 850 |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | — | 100 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 52.5 | 109.9 | 47.3 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 56.3 | 103 | 47.1 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | 0.7 | Flat Floor | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 5.5 | 8.2 | 6.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 5.7 | 6.25 | 5.8 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 18.5 | 56.9 | 14.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 17.2 | 25.4 | 13.1 |
| 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) | 10 | 195 | 35.2 |