Cessna T210L vs Cirrus SR22T

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Spec / Model Cessna T210L Cirrus SR22T
Cessna T210L
View 15 listings →
Median $254,000
Cirrus SR22T
View 345 listings →
Median $735,000
Price Range $179,500 – $315,000 $149,900 – $1,700,000
Category Single Engine Piston Single Engine Piston
Model Specifications
Seats 6 5
Horsepower 300 HP 315 HP
Cruise Speed 164 kts (304 km/h) 213 kts (394 km/h)
Range 900 nm (1,667 km) 1,021 nm (1,891 km)
Service Ceiling 25,000 ft (7,620 m)
Max Gross Weight 3,600 lbs (1,633 kg)
Useful Load 1,310 lbs (594 kg) 1,098 lbs (498 kg)
Fuel Capacity 92.0 gal (348 L)
Fuel Burn 16.0 GPH (61 L/h)
TBO 1,400 hrs 2,000 hrs
Overhaul Cost $40,000
Annual Fixed $28,000
Hourly Variable $210
Engines 1 x 1 x Piston (Turbocharged)

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Cessna T210L

Cirrus SR22T

Fuel$88/hr
Variable$210/hr
Annual Fixed$28,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $70,000/yr

Which Should You Buy: Cessna T210L or Cirrus SR22T?

Pick the T210L if…

  • More seats — 6 vs 5.

Pick the SR22T if…

  • Budget matters — from $149,900 vs $179,500, you save ~$29,600.
  • Faster cruise — 213 kts vs 164 kts.
  • Longer range — 1021 nm vs 900 nm.
  • Newer design — production from 2010 vs 1972.
  • More inventory — 345 listings vs 15.

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 T210L or Cirrus SR22T?
It depends on your mission and budget. The T210L cruises at 164 kts with 900 nm range. The SR22T cruises at 213 kts with 1,021 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cessna T210L: from $258,000. Cirrus SR22T: from $1,040,000. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cessna T210L and Cirrus SR22T?
SR22T engine: Continental IO-550-N (315 hp). Seats: 6 vs 5. Cruise: 164 vs 213 kts. Range: 900 vs 1021 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
SR22T: about $210/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?
T210L: 6 seats / 1,310 lb useful load. SR22T: 5 seats / 1,098 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?
T210L: 1,400-hour TBO. SR22T: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$40,000. 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.
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