Cessna Citation XLS vs Hawker 850
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · re-checked on a rolling daily cycle
Cessna Citation XLS
- For sale now
- 30
- Model years available
- 2004–2025
Hawker 850
- For sale now
- 12
- Model years available
- 2006–2008
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Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Cessna Citation XLS | Hawker 850 |
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| Price Range | $2,276,000 – $7,299,000 | $3,125,500 – $4,930,000 |
| Category | Midsize Jet | Midsize Jet |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 9 | 8 |
| Cruise Speed | 433 kts (802 km/h) | 448 kts (830 km/h) |
| Range | 1,796 nm (3,326 km) | 2,640 nm (4,889 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 45,000 ft (13,716 m) | 41,000 ft (12,497 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 20,200 lbs (9,163 kg) | 28,000 lbs (12,701 kg) |
| Useful Load | 6,000 lbs (2,722 kg) | 5,200 lbs (2,359 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 950.0 gal (3596 L) | — |
| Fuel Burn | 185.0 GPH (700 L/h) | 240.0 GPH (908 L/h) |
| TBO | 4,500 hrs | — |
| Overhaul Cost | $400,000 | — |
| Annual Fixed | $350,000 | — |
| Hourly Variable | $2,400 | — |
| Engines | 2 x Turbofan | 2 x Turbofan |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateCessna Citation XLS
Fuel$1,018/hr
Variable$2,400/hr
Annual Fixed$350,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$830,000/yr
Hawker 850
Fuel$1,320/hr
Which Should You Buy: Cessna Citation XLS or Hawker 850?
Pick the Citation XLS if…
- Budget matters — from $2,276,000 vs $3,125,500, you save ~$849,500.
- More seats — 9 vs 8.
- More inventory — 27 listings vs 12.
Pick the 850 if…
- Faster cruise — 448 kts vs 433 kts.
- Longer range — 2640 nm vs 1796 nm.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Cessna Citation XLS or Hawker 850?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Citation XLS cruises at 433 kts with 1,796 nm range.
The 850 cruises at 448 kts with 2,640 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cessna Citation XLS and Hawker 850?
Citation XLS engine: PRATT & WHITNEY PW545B.
Seats: 9 vs 8.
Cruise: 433 vs 448 kts.
Range: 1796 vs 2640 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Citation XLS: about $2400/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?
Citation XLS: 9 seats / 6,000 lb useful load.
850: 8 seats / 5,200 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?
Citation XLS: 4,500-hour TBO, overhaul ~$400,000.
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 re-checked on a rolling cycle — most within a few days · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data