Beechcraft Bonanza A36 vs Sonaca S201
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · re-checked on a rolling daily cycle
Beechcraft Bonanza A36
- For sale now
- 167
- Median asking
- $349,000
- Range
- $213,400–$566,630
- Model years available
- 1969–2005
Sonaca S201
- For sale now
- 5
- Model years available
- 2020–2021
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Beechcraft Bonanza A36 | Sonaca S201 |
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| Price Range | $213,400 – $566,630 | $125,193 – $172,308 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 6 | 2 |
| Horsepower | 300 HP | 115 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 169 kts (313 km/h) | 115 kts (213 km/h) |
| Range | 720 nm (1,333 km) | 750 nm (1,389 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 18,500 ft (5,639 m) | 14,000 ft (4,267 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 3,650 lbs (1,656 kg) | — |
| Useful Load | 1,245 lbs (565 kg) | 550 lbs (249 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 74.0 gal (280 L) | — |
| Fuel Burn | 14.5 GPH (55 L/h) | 6.0 GPH (23 L/h) |
| TBO | 2,000 hrs | — |
| Overhaul Cost | $35,000 | — |
| Annual Fixed | $22,000 | — |
| Hourly Variable | $195 | — |
| Engines | 1 x Piston | 1 x Piston |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateBeechcraft Bonanza A36
Fuel$80/hr
Variable$195/hr
Annual Fixed$22,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$61,000/yr
Sonaca S201
Fuel$33/hr
Which Should You Buy: Beechcraft Bonanza A36 or Sonaca S201?
Pick the Bonanza A36 if…
- More seats — 6 vs 2.
- Faster cruise — 169 kts vs 115 kts.
- More inventory — 163 listings vs 5.
Pick the S201 if…
- Budget matters — from $125,193 vs $213,400, you save ~$88,207.
- Longer range — 750 nm vs 720 nm.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Beechcraft Bonanza A36 or Sonaca S201?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Bonanza A36 cruises at 169 kts with 720 nm range.
The S201 cruises at 115 kts with 750 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Beechcraft Bonanza A36: from $365,000.
Sonaca S201: from $154,825.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Beechcraft Bonanza A36 and Sonaca S201?
Bonanza A36 engine: Continental IO-550B (300 hp).
Seats: 6 vs 2.
Cruise: 169 vs 115 kts.
Range: 720 vs 750 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Bonanza A36: about $195/hr variable cost.
Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
Bonanza A36: 6 seats / 1,245 lb useful load.
S201: 2 seats / 550 lb useful load.
Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
Bonanza A36: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$35,000.
Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
Prices re-checked on a rolling cycle — most within a few days · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data