Cirrus Vision SF50 vs Honda HondaJet

The HondaJet and the Cirrus Vision Jet (SF50) are the two single-pilot personal jets owner-flyers actually put side by side — and the Honda jet and the Cirrus jet answer the same brief in opposite ways. The HondaJet is a twin-engine speedster with distinctive over-the-wing turbofans and a cruise among the fastest in the very-light-jet class; the Vision Jet is a single-engine jet built around a whole-airframe parachute, and the natural step up for a Cirrus piston owner. One leans on raw performance and a second engine, the other on a safety net no twin offers and lower running costs. See what each is selling for, and how many, below.

Live Market Snapshot

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

Cirrus Vision SF50
For sale now
42
Median asking
$2,999,950
Range
$1,035,000–$3,599,965
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
24
Source marketplaces
10
Model years available
2016–2025
Honda HondaJet
For sale now
39
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
18
Source marketplaces
6
Model years available
2016–2023

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Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Cirrus Vision SF50 Honda HondaJet
Cirrus Vision SF50
View 53 listings →
Median $2,999,950
 Honda HondaJet
View 36 listings →
Median $3,750,000
Price Range $1,035,000 – $3,599,965 $2,779,000 – $4,539,000
Category Very Light Jet Very Light Jet
Model Specifications
Seats 7 7
Cruise Speed 311 kts (576 km/h) 422 kts (782 km/h)
Range 1,200 nm (2,222 km) 1,437 nm (2,661 km)
Service Ceiling 31,000 ft (9,449 m) 43,000 ft (13,106 m)
Max Gross Weight 6,040 lbs (2,740 kg) 10,700 lbs (4,854 kg)
Useful Load 2,180 lbs (989 kg) 3,280 lbs (1,488 kg)
Fuel Capacity 296.0 gal (1120 L) 292.0 gal (1105 L)
Fuel Burn 50.0 GPH (189 L/h) 95.0 GPH (360 L/h)
TBO 4,000 hrs 3,500 hrs
Overhaul Cost $250,000 $250,000
Annual Fixed $200,000 $250,000
Hourly Variable $950 $1,400
Engines 1 x Turbofan 2 x Turbofan

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Cirrus Vision SF50

Fuel$275/hr
Variable$950/hr
Annual Fixed$200,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $390,000/yr

Honda HondaJet

Fuel$522/hr
Variable$1,400/hr
Annual Fixed$250,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $530,000/yr

Which Should You Buy: Cirrus Vision SF50 or Honda HondaJet?

Bottom line: Go with the HondaJet for genuine jet performance — two engines, a ~420-knot cruise and a higher ceiling — and for the engine-out redundancy a second turbofan brings. Go with the SF50 Vision Jet for lower single-engine operating costs, an easy transition from pistons, and a safety philosophy all its own. That contrast is sharpest on safety: the HondaJet meets engine failure with a second engine, while the SF50 meets it with CAPS — a whole-airframe parachute — plus Garmin's Safe Return emergency autoland, which lets a passenger land the aircraft at the push of a button. Two answers to one question: how much jet you need, and what kind of safety net you want behind it.

Pick the Vision SF50 if…

  • Budget matters — from $1,035,000 vs $2,779,000, you save ~$1,744,000.
  • Lower operating cost — ~$950/hr vs $1400/hr.
  • Newer design — production from 2016 vs 2015.
  • More inventory — 53 listings vs 36.

Pick the HondaJet if…

  • Faster cruise — 422 kts vs 311 kts.
  • Longer range — 1437 nm vs 1200 nm.

Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HondaJet faster than the SF50?
Yes, by a wide margin — the HondaJet cruises around 420 knots, among the fastest very-light jets, and flies higher (roughly FL430 vs FL310). The SF50 cruises closer to 300 knots, trading speed for single-engine economics and its parachute.
How many engines does each have?
The HondaJet is a twin (two GE Honda HF120 turbofans); the SF50 is a single (one Williams FJ33). That is the core safety difference — engine redundancy on the HondaJet versus a whole-airframe parachute and emergency autoland on the SF50.
Which is cheaper to operate?
Generally the SF50 — one engine means lower fuel burn and maintenance than the HondaJet's two, which is much of why Cirrus piston owners step up to it. The HondaJet's higher costs buy markedly more speed, range and altitude — a different performance tier.
Which is better, Cirrus Vision SF50 or Honda HondaJet?
It depends on your mission and budget. The Vision SF50 cruises at 311 kts with 1,200 nm range. The HondaJet cruises at 422 kts with 1,437 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cirrus Vision SF50 and Honda HondaJet?
Cruise: 311 vs 422 kts. Range: 1200 vs 1437 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Vision SF50: about $950/hr variable cost. HondaJet: about $1400/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?
Vision SF50: 7 seats / 2,180 lb useful load. HondaJet: 7 seats / 3,280 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?
Vision SF50: 4,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$250,000. HondaJet: 3,500-hour TBO, overhaul ~$250,000. 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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