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HondaJet Elite II vs Embraer Phenom 100EV: range, cabin and specifications compared
- The HondaJet Elite II flies about 369 nm further than the Embraer Phenom 100EV (1,547 nm vs 1,178 nm).
- The HondaJet Elite II has the longer cabin, by about 6 ft 10 in.
- The HondaJet Elite II entered service in 2022; the Embraer Phenom 100EV in 2017.
| HondaJet Elite II | Embraer Phenom 100EV | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Very light jet | Very light jet |
| Range | 1,547 nm (maximum) | 1,178 nm (with 4 occupants, NBAA IFR reserves) |
| Speed | 422 kt maximum cruise | 400 kt maximum cruise |
| Passengers | — | 4 or 5 typical, up to 7 |
| Cabin | 17 ft 10 in long, 5 ft 0 in wide, 4 ft 10 in high | 11 ft long, 4 ft 11 in high |
| Engines | 2 × GE Honda HF120 | 2 × Pratt & Whitney Canada PW617F1-E |
| Maximum altitude | — | 41,000 ft |
| In service since | 2022 | 2017 |
Manufacturers publish range under different conditions (passenger numbers, speed and reserves). Compare like for like with each manufacturer before deciding.
HondaJet Elite II
The HondaJet mounts its engines above the wings, which frees cabin space and reduces cabin noise. The Elite II, certified in November 2022, extended range to over 1,500 nm.
What to check before buying
Check whether an earlier HondaJet has been upgraded to Elite or Elite II standard, the GE Honda engine programme status, and pilot insurance requirements if you plan to fly it yourself.
Embraer Phenom 100EV
The Phenom 100EV is Embraer's entry-level jet, often flown by owner-pilots. It replaced the original Phenom 100 in 2017 with more powerful engines and a Garmin Prodigy Touch flight deck.
What to check before buying
If you plan to fly it yourself, ask insurers about pilot requirements before you buy. Check Pratt & Whitney ESP enrolment and whether an older Phenom 100 has been upgraded to EV standard.
Sources
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.