Cirrus SR22 vs Pipistrel PANTHERA
The Pipistrel Panthera and Cirrus SR22 compare two fast four-seat composite singles — the Panthera the sleek, efficient newcomer, the SR22 the best-selling certified single with a parachute.
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
- For sale now
- 255
- Median asking
- $369,473
- Range
- $233,400–$867,970
- Model years available
- 2001–2025
- For sale now
- 10
- Model years available
- 2020–2025
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 | Pipistrel PANTHERA |
|---|---|---|
| All events | 124 | — |
| Serious | 8 | — |
| Fatal | 38 | — |
| Fatalities | 74 | — |
| % Fatal | 31% | — |
Full Specs Comparison
| Spec / Model | Cirrus SR22 | Pipistrel Panthera |
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| Price Range | $233,400 – $867,970 | $562,550 – $818,750 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Horsepower | 310 HP | 260 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 183 kts (339 km/h) | 198 kts (367 km/h) |
| Range | 1,049 nm (1,943 km) | 1,000 nm (1,852 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) | 950 lbs (431 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 92.0 gal (348 L) | — |
| Fuel Burn | 13.5 GPH (51 L/h) | 10.0 GPH (38 L/h) |
| TBO | 2,000 hrs | — |
| Overhaul Cost | $36,000 | — |
| Annual Fixed | $25,000 | — |
| Hourly Variable | $180 | — |
| Engines | 1 x Piston | 1 x Piston |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateCirrus SR22
Pipistrel Panthera
Which Should You Buy: Cirrus SR22 or Pipistrel PANTHERA?
Bottom line: Choose the SR22 for the certified airframe, CAPS parachute, turnkey support and proven resale; choose the Panthera for efficiency and sleek modern design (verify certification status in your market). SR22 = certified/parachute/support; Panthera = efficiency/design.
Pick the SR22 if…
- Budget matters — from $233,400 vs $562,550, you save ~$329,150.
- More seats — 5 vs 4.
- Longer range — 1049 nm vs 1000 nm.
- More inventory — 253 listings vs 10.
Pick the PANTHERA if…
- Faster cruise — 198 kts vs 183 kts.
- Newer design — production from 2017 vs 2001.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.