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Cessna Citation XLS vs Cessna Citation Latitude: range, cabin and specifications compared
- The Cessna Citation Latitude flies about 760 nm further than the Cessna Citation XLS (2,700 nm vs 1,940 nm).
- The Cessna Citation Latitude has the longer cabin, by about 3 ft 3 in.
- The Cessna Citation XLS entered service in 2004; the Cessna Citation Latitude in 2015.
| Cessna Citation XLS | Cessna Citation Latitude | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Midsize jet | Midsize jet |
| Range | 1,940 nm (with 4 passengers) | 2,700 nm (maximum) |
| Speed | 441 ktas maximum cruise | 446 ktas maximum cruise |
| Passengers | Up to 12 occupants | Up to 9 |
| Cabin | 18 ft 6 in long, 5 ft 6 in wide, 5 ft 0 in high | 21 ft 9 in long, 6 ft 5 in wide, 6 ft 0 in high, flat floor |
| Engines | 2 × Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545D | 2 × Pratt & Whitney Canada PW306D1 |
| Maximum altitude | 45,000 ft | 45,000 ft |
| In service since | 2004 | 2015 |
Manufacturers publish range under different conditions (passenger numbers, speed and reserves). Compare like for like with each manufacturer before deciding.
Cessna Citation XLS
The Citation XLS series, descended from the 1998 Excel, is one of the most widely used midsize jets in charter and fractional fleets. The figures shown are for the current production version.
What to check before buying
Many XLS and XLS+ aircraft have high hours from charter use: compare hours and cycles, check Pratt & Whitney ESP coverage, and confirm whether the avionics have been upgraded.
Cessna Citation Latitude
The Latitude offers a six-foot stand-up cabin with a flat floor at midsize operating costs. It is widely used by fractional and charter fleets, so pre-owned examples come to market regularly.
What to check before buying
Many pre-owned Latitudes come from high-utilisation fleets: compare hours and cycles against the model average, and check the engine programme.
Sources
- Textron Aviation — Citation XLS
- Wikipedia — Cessna Citation Excel
- Textron Aviation — Citation Latitude
Figures are published manufacturer or industry values and vary with configuration, payload and conditions. Confirm them with the manufacturer or seller before relying on them.