Midsize business jets
Bombardier Learjet 75 vs Cessna Citation XLS+
The Learjet 75 goes further and is cheaper at the estimated cost of a mile; the Citation XLS+ offers a larger cabin and more luggage space.
A comparison in figures
Two aircraft, two missions
Bombardier Learjet 75
- Range
- 2,058 nm with four passengers
- Engines
- 2 × Honeywell TFE731-40BR
Cessna Citation XLS+
- Range
- 1,853 nm with four passengers
- Engines
- 2 × Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545C
Learjet 75 vs Citation XLS+
Additional 205 miles
The Learjet 75 has a larger design range with four passengers. This helps on flights where Citation XLS+ comes to the limit of its capabilities.
Learjet 75 vs Citation XLS+
Comfort and luggage
The Citation XLS+ is taller and wider inside, and the total volume of luggage compartments is 90 cubic feet versus 65 for Learjet. Learjet has a flat floor in the cabin.
Learjet 75 vs Citation XLS+
Secondary market
Both aircraft are considered primarily on the secondary market. According to the source Learjet 75 cheaper for the cost of the mile and variable costs, but the age, experience and maintenance of a particular side can change the final economy.
In specific terms
Figures side by side
Distance with four passengers
Bombardier Learjet 752 058 nm
Cessna Citation XLS+1 853 nm
Total luggage volume
Bombardier Learjet 7565 ft³
Cessna Citation XLS+90 ft³
The cost of miles
Bombardier Learjet 75$5,05
Cessna Citation XLS+$6,73
Variable cost per hour
Bombardier Learjet 75$3 225
Cessna Citation XLS+$3 501
Quick verdict
The right aircraft for the route
Learjet 75 wins in range and design economics. Citation XLS+ is more interesting with the priority of a spacious cabin and luggage.
