Cessna Citation Sovereign vs Embraer Legacy 500 vs Bombardier Challenger 300
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Cessna Citation Sovereign
- For sale now
- 48
- Median asking
- $7,495,000
- Range
- $2,560,070–$22,171,750
- Model years available
- 2004–2025
Embraer Legacy 500
- For sale now
- 10
- Model years available
- 2014–2020
Bombardier Challenger 300
- For sale now
- 42
- Model years available
- 2004–2013
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Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Cessna Citation Sovereign | Embraer Legacy 500 | Bombardier Challenger 300 |
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| Price Range | $2,560,070 – $22,171,750 | $6,750,000 | $5,201,473 – $14,063,250 |
| Category | Midsize Jet | Super-Midsize Jet | Super-Midsize Jet |
| Model Specifications | |||
| Seats | 12 | 9 | 10 |
| Cruise Speed | 460 kts (852 km/h) | 440 kts (815 km/h) | 450 kts (833 km/h) |
| Range | 2,850 nm (5,278 km) | 3,125 nm (5,788 km) | 3,100 nm (5,741 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 47,000 ft (14,326 m) | 45,000 ft (13,716 m) | 45,000 ft (13,716 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 30,300 lbs (13,744 kg) | 37,919 lbs (17,200 kg) | 38,850 lbs (17,622 kg) |
| Useful Load | 6,300 lbs (2,858 kg) | 9,400 lbs (4,264 kg) | 9,500 lbs (4,309 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 851.0 gal (3221 L) | 1,180.0 gal (4466 L) | 1,430.0 gal (5413 L) |
| Fuel Burn | 210.0 GPH (795 L/h) | 245.0 GPH (927 L/h) | 260.0 GPH (984 L/h) |
| TBO | 3,500 hrs | — | 5,000 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | $400,000 | — | $700,000 |
| Annual Fixed | $400,000 | — | $500,000 |
| Hourly Variable | $2,800 | — | $3,500 |
| Engines | 2 x Turbofan | 2 x Turbofan | 2 x Turbofan |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateCessna Citation Sovereign
Fuel$1,155/hr
Variable$2,800/hr
Annual Fixed$400,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$960,000/yr
Embraer Legacy 500
Fuel$1,348/hr
Bombardier Challenger 300
Fuel$1,430/hr
Variable$3,500/hr
Annual Fixed$500,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$1,200,000/yr
Which Should You Buy?
Pick the Citation Sovereign if…
- Lowest entry price — from $2,560,070
- Lowest operating cost — about $2800/hr
- Most seats — 12
- Fastest cruise — 460 kts
Pick the Legacy 500 if…
- Longest range — 3125 nm
- Newest design — built from 2014
Pick the Challenger 300 if…
- Most listings for sale — 43
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Cessna Citation Sovereign, Embraer Legacy 500 or Bombardier Challenger 300?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Citation Sovereign cruises at 460 kts with 2,850 nm range.
The Legacy 500 cruises at 440 kts with 3,125 nm range.
The Challenger 300 cruises at 450 kts with 3,100 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cessna Citation Sovereign: from $7,300,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
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