Cessna 182 vs Piper Pilot 100i
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Cessna 182
- For sale now
- 489
- Median asking
- $218,897
- Range
- $104,725–$564,768
- Model years available
- 1956–2026
Piper Pilot 100i
- For sale now
- 2
- Model years available
- 2002–2021
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
Generations Breakdown
Per-generation specs — engine/weight/performance differ materially across production eras.
Per-era “For sale” counts exclude listings with unspecified year and separate variants (RG retractable, Hawk XP), so they may not sum to the total above.
Cessna 182 — 4 generations
| Generation | Years | Engine | MTOW | Cruise | Range | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 182 Continental (early) | 1956–1976 | O-470-L/R | 2650 | 140 | 640 | 224 |
| 182 Continental (late) | 1977–1986 | O-470-U | 3100 | 142 | 700 | 88 |
| T182 Turbo | 1981–1986 | TIO-540-AK1A | 3100 | 158 | 970 | 50 |
| 182 Lycoming | 1997–now | IO-540-AB1A5 | 3100 | 145 | 930 | 167 |
Piper Pilot 100i — 0 generations
| Generation | Years | Engine | MTOW | Cruise | Range | For sale |
|---|
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) | Cessna 182 | Piper Pilot 100i |
|---|---|---|
| All events | 2779 | — |
| Serious | 249 | — |
| Fatal | 529 | — |
| Fatalities | 1000 | — |
| % Fatal | 19% | — |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Cessna 182 | Piper Pilot 100i |
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| Price Range | $104,725 – $564,768 | $255,000 – $345,000 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 4 | 3 |
| Horsepower | 230–235 HP | 180 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 140–158 kts (293 km/h) | 128 kts (237 km/h) |
| Range | 640–970 nm (1,796 km) | 522 nm (967 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 18,100 ft (5,517 m) | 14,000 ft (4,267 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 2650–3,100 lbs (1,406 kg) | 2,550 lbs (1,157 kg) |
| Useful Load | 1,110 lbs (503 kg) | 900 lbs (408 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 92.0 gal (348 L) | — |
| Fuel Burn | 12.5 GPH (47 L/h) | 9.0 GPH (34 L/h) |
| TBO | 1,700 hrs | — |
| Overhaul Cost | $32,000 | — |
| Annual Fixed | $20,000 | — |
| Hourly Variable | $160 | — |
| Engines | 1 x Piston | 1 x Piston |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateCessna 182
Fuel$69/hr
Variable$160/hr
Annual Fixed$20,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$52,000/yr
Piper Pilot 100i
Fuel$50/hr
Which Should You Buy: Cessna 182 or Piper Pilot 100i?
Pick the 182 if…
- Budget matters — from $104,725 vs $255,000, you save ~$150,275.
- More seats — 4 vs 3.
- Faster cruise — 140 kts vs 128 kts.
- Longer range — 640 nm vs 522 nm.
- More inventory — 107 listings vs 2.
Pick the Pilot 100i 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, Cessna 182 or Piper Pilot 100i?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The 182 cruises at 140 kts with 640 nm range.
The Pilot 100i cruises at 128 kts with 522 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cessna 182: from $104,000.
Piper Pilot 100i: from $250,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cessna 182 and Piper Pilot 100i?
182 engine: CONTINENTAL O-470-R (230 hp).
Seats: 4 vs 3.
Cruise: 140 vs 128 kts.
Range: 640 vs 522 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
182: 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?
182: 4 seats / 1,110 lb useful load.
Pilot 100i: 3 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?
182: 1,700-hour TBO, overhaul ~$32,000.
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