Cirrus Vision SF50 vs Cessna Citation M2
The Cirrus SF50 Vision Jet and Cessna Citation M2 sit in different jet segments — the SF50 is a single-engine personal jet with CAPS parachute (~311 kt); the M2 is a twin-engine very-light-jet (~404 kt, ~1,550 nm) with Garmin G3000.
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Cirrus Vision SF50 | Cessna Citation M2 |
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| Price Range | $470,000 – $3,650,000 | $3,300,000 – $5,995,000 |
| Category | Very Light Jet | Light Jet |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Cruise Speed | 311 kts (576 km/h) | 370 kts (685 km/h) |
| Range | 1,200 nm (2,222 km) | 1,300 nm (2,408 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 31,000 ft (9,449 m) | 41,000 ft (12,497 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 6,040 lbs (2,740 kg) | 10,700 lbs (4,854 kg) |
| Useful Load | 2,180 lbs (989 kg) | 3,100 lbs (1,406 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 296.0 gal (1120 L) | 386.0 gal (1461 L) |
| Fuel Burn | 50.0 GPH (189 L/h) | 115.0 GPH (435 L/h) |
| TBO | 4,000 hrs | 3,500 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | $250,000 | $250,000 |
| Annual Fixed | $200,000 | $250,000 |
| Hourly Variable | $950 | $1,600 |
| Engines | 1 x Turbofan | 2 x Turbofan |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateCirrus Vision SF50
Fuel$275/hr
Variable$950/hr
Annual Fixed$200,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$390,000/yr
Cessna Citation M2
Fuel$632/hr
Variable$1,600/hr
Annual Fixed$250,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$570,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Cirrus Vision SF50 or Cessna Citation M2?
Bottom line: Choose the SF50 for the lowest jet-class entry, single-engine simplicity and CAPS. Step up to the M2 for twin-engine cruise, much longer range and the proven CitationJet platform — at much higher operating cost.
Pick the Vision SF50 if…
- Budget matters — from $470,000 vs $3,300,000, you save ~$2,830,000.
- Lower operating cost — ~$950/hr vs $1600/hr.
- Newer design — production from 2016 vs 2013.
Pick the Citation M2 if…
- Faster cruise — 370 kts vs 311 kts.
- Longer range — 1300 nm vs 1200 nm.
- More inventory — 60 listings vs 48.
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 Vision SF50 or Cessna Citation M2?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Vision SF50 cruises at 311 kts with 1,200 nm range.
The Citation M2 cruises at 370 kts with 1,300 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cirrus Vision SF50: from $2,599,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cirrus Vision SF50 and Cessna Citation M2?
Cruise: 311 vs 370 kts.
Range: 1200 vs 1300 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Vision SF50: about $950/hr variable cost.
Citation M2: about $1600/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.
Citation M2: 7 seats / 3,100 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?
Vision SF50: 4,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$250,000.
Citation M2: 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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