Cirrus SR22 vs Mooney Bravo
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Cirrus SR22
- For sale now
- 255
- Median asking
- $369,473
- Range
- $233,400–$867,970
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 149
- Source marketplaces
- 16
- Model years available
- 2001–2025
Mooney Bravo
- For sale now
- 25
- Median asking
- $239,000
- Range
- $156,476–$299,000
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 4
- Source marketplaces
- 8
- Model years available
- 1989–2007
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
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) | Cirrus SR22 | Mooney Bravo |
|---|---|---|
| All events | 124 | — |
| Serious | 8 | — |
| Fatal | 38 | — |
| Fatalities | 74 | — |
| % Fatal | 31% | — |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Cirrus SR22 | Mooney Bravo |
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| Price Range | $233,400 – $867,970 | $156,476 – $299,000 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Horsepower | 310 HP | 270 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 183 kts (339 km/h) | 200 kts (370 km/h) |
| Range | 1,049 nm (1,943 km) | 921 nm (1,706 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 17,500 ft (5,334 m) | 25,000 ft (7,620 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 3,600 lbs (1,633 kg) | — |
| Useful Load | 1,183 lbs (537 kg) | 1,100 lbs (499 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 92.0 gal (348 L) | — |
| Fuel Burn | 13.5 GPH (51 L/h) | 16.0 GPH (61 L/h) |
| TBO | 2,000 hrs | 2,000 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | $36,000 | $35,000 |
| Annual Fixed | $25,000 | $22,000 |
| Hourly Variable | $180 | $180 |
| Engines | 1 x Piston | 1 x Piston (Turbocharged) |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateCirrus SR22
Fuel$74/hr
Variable$180/hr
Annual Fixed$25,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$61,000/yr
Mooney Bravo
Fuel$88/hr
Variable$180/hr
Annual Fixed$22,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$58,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Cirrus SR22 or Mooney Bravo?
Pick the SR22 if…
- More seats — 5 vs 4.
- Longer range — 1049 nm vs 921 nm.
- Newer design — production from 2001 vs 1988.
- More inventory — 270 listings vs 1.
Pick the Bravo if…
- Budget matters — from $156,476 vs $233,400, you save ~$76,924.
- Faster cruise — 200 kts vs 183 kts.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Cirrus SR22 or Mooney Bravo?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The SR22 cruises at 183 kts with 1,049 nm range.
The Bravo cruises at 200 kts with 921 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cirrus SR22: from $422,240.
Mooney Bravo: from $295,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cirrus SR22 and Mooney Bravo?
SR22 engine: Continental IO-550-N (310 hp).
Bravo engine: Lycoming TIO-540 (270 hp).
Seats: 5 vs 4.
Cruise: 183 vs 200 kts.
Range: 1049 vs 921 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
SR22: about $180/hr variable cost.
Bravo: 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?
SR22: 5 seats / 1,183 lb useful load.
Bravo: 4 seats / 1,100 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?
SR22: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$36,000.
Bravo: 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 updated daily · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data