Midsize Jet · Comparison
Cessna Citation Excel vs Cessna Citation XLS Gen2
Side-by-side Midsize Jet analysis of the Cessna Citation Excel and Cessna Citation XLS Gen2: cabin capacity, published range, typical hourly operating cost, runway needs, and how each model shows up in EmptyJet empty-leg inventory today.
- Class
- Midsize Jet
- Seats
- 8 / 8
- Range
- 3,400 km / 3,440 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Cessna Citation Excel is configured for 8 seats with cabin height 1.7 m; the Cessna Citation XLS Gen2 offers 8 seats and 1.7 m cabin height. Choose the roomier cabin when passenger count or stand-up comfort matters more than brochure range.
Mission fit: published range is 3,400 km for the Cessna Citation Excel versus 3,440 km for the Cessna Citation XLS Gen2, with cruise speeds of 793 km/h and 793 km/h. Longer published range suits thin-route city pairs; shorter-hop missions can prioritize cabin comfort or lower typical hourly cost instead.
Operating cost context: typical hourly cost is listed at $3,200/hr for the Cessna Citation Excel and $3,500/hr for the Cessna Citation XLS Gen2. Takeoff runway guidance is 1100 m versus 1097 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 155 live public offers for the Cessna Citation Excel and 9 for the Cessna Citation XLS Gen2 right now. Higher inventory often means more schedule flexibility on repositioning flights, but availability still depends on the specific route and date.
Specs & availability
| Spec | Cessna Citation Excel | Cessna Citation XLS Gen2 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Cessna | Cessna |
| Category | Midsize Jet | Midsize Jet |
| Seats | 8 | 8 |
| Range | 3,400 km | 3,440 km |
| Cruise speed | 793 km/h | 793 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $3,200/hr | $3,500/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.7 m | 1.7 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1100 m | 1097 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 155 | 9 |
Key takeaways
On published range, the Cessna Citation XLS Gen2 covers more distance (3,440 km vs 3,400 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Cessna Citation Excel ($3,200/hr vs $3,500/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation Excel (155 vs 9).
More in this class
FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Cessna Citation Excel or the Cessna Citation XLS Gen2?
Published seating is 8 for the Cessna Citation Excel and 8 for the Cessna Citation XLS Gen2.
Which has longer range, the Cessna Citation Excel or the Cessna Citation XLS Gen2?
Published range is 3,400 km for the Cessna Citation Excel and 3,440 km for the Cessna Citation XLS Gen2.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Cessna Citation Excel and the Cessna Citation XLS Gen2?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $3,200/hr for the Cessna Citation Excel and $3,500/hr for the Cessna Citation XLS Gen2.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Cessna Citation Excel vs the Cessna Citation XLS Gen2?
EmptyJet currently lists 155 empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation Excel and 9 for the Cessna Citation XLS Gen2. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.