Cessna TR182 vs Cirrus SR22

Live Market Snapshot

Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily

Cessna TR182
For sale now
11
Median asking
$208,937
Range
$149,496–$249,540
Model years available
1979–1982
Cirrus SR22
For sale now
255
Median asking
$369,473
Range
$233,400–$867,970
Model years available
2001–2025

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Safety Record

Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.

NTSB (1982–now)Cessna TR182Cirrus SR22
All events122124
Serious108
Fatal2938
Fatalities6174
% Fatal24%31%
View full Cessna TR182 NTSB record →View full Cirrus SR22 NTSB record →

Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Cessna TR182 Cirrus SR22
Cessna TR182
View 26 listings →
Median $208,937
 Cirrus SR22
View 253 listings →
Median $369,473
Price Range $149,496 – $249,540 $233,400 – $867,970
Category Single Engine Piston Single Engine Piston
Model Specifications
Seats 4 5
Horsepower 230 HP 310 HP
Cruise Speed 155 kts (287 km/h) 183 kts (339 km/h)
Range 915 nm (1,695 km) 1,049 nm (1,943 km)
Service Ceiling 20,000 ft (6,096 m) 17,500 ft (5,334 m)
Max Gross Weight 3,100 lbs (1,406 kg) 3,600 lbs (1,633 kg)
Useful Load 1,110 lbs (503 kg) 1,183 lbs (537 kg)
Fuel Capacity 88.0 gal (333 L) 92.0 gal (348 L)
Fuel Burn 13.0 GPH (49 L/h) 13.5 GPH (51 L/h)
TBO 1,800 hrs 2,000 hrs
Overhaul Cost $32,000 $36,000
Annual Fixed $20,000 $25,000
Hourly Variable $140 $180
Engines 1 x Piston (Turbocharged) 1 x Piston

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Cessna TR182

Fuel$72/hr
Variable$140/hr
Annual Fixed$20,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $48,000/yr

Cirrus SR22

Fuel$74/hr
Variable$180/hr
Annual Fixed$25,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $61,000/yr

Which Should You Buy: Cessna TR182 or Cirrus SR22?

Pick the TR182 if…

  • Budget matters — from $149,496 vs $233,400, you save ~$83,904.
  • Lower operating cost — ~$140/hr vs $180/hr.

Pick the SR22 if…

  • More seats — 5 vs 4.
  • Faster cruise — 183 kts vs 155 kts.
  • Longer range — 1049 nm vs 915 nm.
  • Newer design — production from 2001 vs 1979.
  • More inventory — 253 listings vs 26.

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 TR182 or Cirrus SR22?
It depends on your mission and budget. The TR182 cruises at 155 kts with 915 nm range. The SR22 cruises at 183 kts with 1,049 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cessna TR182: from $175,000. Cirrus SR22: from $284,900. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cessna TR182 and Cirrus SR22?
TR182 engine: LYCOMING O-540-L3C5D (230 hp). SR22 engine: Continental IO-550-N (310 hp). Seats: 4 vs 5. Cruise: 155 vs 183 kts. Range: 915 vs 1049 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
TR182: about $140/hr variable cost. SR22: about $180/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?
TR182: 4 seats / 1,110 lb useful load. SR22: 5 seats / 1,183 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?
TR182: 1,800-hour TBO, overhaul ~$32,000. SR22: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$36,000. 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 updated daily · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data