Cirrus SR22 vs Diamond DA62

The Diamond DA62 and the Cirrus SR22 are cross-shopped by buyers weighing a modern twin against a fast single — the diesel-twin DA62 and the composite SR22 with a parachute. The DA62 brings two engines and five-to-seven seats; the SR22 brings speed and the CAPS parachute. Where each trades now is below.

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
Diamond DA62
For sale now
62
Median asking
$1,401,151
Range
$1,042,000–$1,880,564
Model years available
2016–2026

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 SR22Diamond DA62
All events124—
Serious8—
Fatal38—
Fatalities74—
% Fatal31%—
View full Cirrus SR22 NTSB record →View full Diamond DA62 NTSB record →

Full Specs Comparison

Swipe to see all specs
Spec / Model Cirrus SR22 Diamond DA62
Cirrus SR22
View 253 listings →
Median $369,473
 Diamond DA62
View 68 listings →
Median $1,401,151
Price Range $233,400 – $867,970 $1,042,000 – $1,880,564
Category Single Engine Piston Multi Engine Piston
Model Specifications
Seats 5 7
Horsepower 310 HP 180 HP
Cruise Speed 183 kts (339 km/h) 175 kts (324 km/h)
Range 1,049 nm (1,943 km) 1,100 nm (2,037 km)
Service Ceiling 17,500 ft (5,334 m) 20,000 ft (6,096 m)
Max Gross Weight 3,600 lbs (1,633 kg) 5,070 lbs (2,300 kg)
Useful Load 1,183 lbs (537 kg) 1,300 lbs (590 kg)
Fuel Capacity 92.0 gal (348 L) 79.0 gal (299 L)
Fuel Burn 13.5 GPH (51 L/h) 14.0 GPH (53 L/h)
TBO 2,000 hrs 1,800 hrs
Overhaul Cost $36,000 $30,000
Annual Fixed $25,000 $22,000
Hourly Variable $180 $160
Engines 1 x Piston 2 x Diesel

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Cirrus SR22

Fuel$74/hr
Variable$180/hr
Annual Fixed$25,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $61,000/yr

Diamond DA62

Fuel$77/hr
Variable$160/hr
Annual Fixed$22,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $54,000/yr

Which Should You Buy: Cirrus SR22 or Diamond DA62?

Bottom line: Choose the DA62 for twin-engine redundancy and seats — two efficient jet-A diesels and five-to-seven seats, accepting twin running costs and the proficiency a light twin demands. Choose the SR22 for single-engine speed with a parachute — faster, with a glass cockpit, the CAPS parachute and lower cost than a twin. On safety the two take different paths — the DA62 a second engine, the SR22 a whole-airframe parachute — both genuine, strong answers. Redundant diesel twin, or fast single with a parachute.

Pick the SR22 if…

  • Budget matters — from $233,400 vs $1,042,000, you save ~$808,600.
  • Faster cruise — 183 kts vs 175 kts.
  • More inventory — 253 listings vs 68.

Pick the DA62 if…

  • Lower operating cost — ~$160/hr vs $180/hr.
  • More seats — 7 vs 5.
  • Longer range — 1100 nm vs 1049 nm.
  • Newer design — production from 2015 vs 2001.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between the DA62 and SR22?
The DA62 is a five-to-seven-seat diesel twin with two engines; the SR22 a fast five-seat single with a parachute. They differ in engine count, seats and approach to safety.
Which has two engines?
The DA62 — its twin diesels add engine-out redundancy and seats. The SR22 is a single, relying on its CAPS parachute.
Which is cheaper to own?
Usually the SR22 — a single is cheaper to buy and run than the DA62's twin diesels, which buy redundancy and more seats.
Which is better, Cirrus SR22 or Diamond DA62?
It depends on your mission and budget. The SR22 cruises at 183 kts with 1,049 nm range. The DA62 cruises at 175 kts with 1,100 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cirrus SR22: from $417,192. Diamond DA62: from $1,299,000. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cirrus SR22 and Diamond DA62?
SR22 engine: Continental IO-550-N (310 hp). Seats: 5 vs 7. Cruise: 183 vs 175 kts. Range: 1049 vs 1100 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
SR22: about $180/hr variable cost. DA62: about $160/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. DA62: 7 seats / 1,300 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. DA62: 1,800-hour TBO, overhaul ~$30,000. 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