Cirrus SR22 vs Sling TSI
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
- Model years available
- 2001–2025
Sling TSI
- For sale now
- 5
- 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 | Sling TSI |
|---|---|---|
| All events | 124 | — |
| Serious | 8 | — |
| Fatal | 38 | — |
| Fatalities | 74 | — |
| % Fatal | 31% | — |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Cirrus SR22 | Sling Tsi |
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| Price Range | $233,400 – $867,970 | $272,544 – $420,165 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Horsepower | 310 HP | 141 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 183 kts (339 km/h) | 155 kts (287 km/h) |
| Range | 1,049 nm (1,943 km) | 1,000 nm (1,852 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 17,500 ft (5,334 m) | 18,000 ft (5,486 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 3,600 lbs (1,633 kg) | 2,094 lbs (950 kg) |
| Useful Load | 1,183 lbs (537 kg) | 900 lbs (408 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 92.0 gal (348 L) | — |
| Fuel Burn | 13.5 GPH (51 L/h) | 8.0 GPH (30 L/h) |
| TBO | 2,000 hrs | — |
| Overhaul Cost | $36,000 | — |
| Annual Fixed | $25,000 | — |
| Hourly Variable | $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
Sling Tsi
Fuel$44/hr
Which Should You Buy: Cirrus SR22 or Sling TSI?
Pick the SR22 if…
- Budget matters — from $233,400 vs $272,544, you save ~$39,144.
- More seats — 5 vs 4.
- Faster cruise — 183 kts vs 155 kts.
- Longer range — 1049 nm vs 1000 nm.
- More inventory — 253 listings vs 5.
Pick the TSI if…
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 Sling Tsi?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The SR22 cruises at 183 kts with 1,049 nm range.
The Tsi cruises at 155 kts with 1,000 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cirrus SR22: from $284,900.
Sling Tsi: from $273,159.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cirrus SR22 and Sling TSI?
SR22 engine: Continental IO-550-N (310 hp).
Seats: 5 vs 4.
Cruise: 183 vs 155 kts.
Range: 1049 vs 1000 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
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?
SR22: 5 seats / 1,183 lb useful load.
TSI: 4 seats / 900 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.
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