CESSNA
Cessna Citation M2 Gen2
The Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 is the entry point to the Citation family — a six-seat single-pilot light jet with Garmin G3000 avionics and class-leading economics on one-hour hops.
FULL CESSNA CITATION M2 GEN2 PAGE →Citation M2 Gen2 vs Phenom 100EV
A head-to-head look at two of the most-chartered aircraft in the light jet class.
EMBRAER
Embraer Phenom 100EV
The Embraer Phenom 100EV brings BMW Designworks cabin design and Garmin G3000 avionics to the very-light-jet segment. Four passengers, single-pilot economy and class-leading short-runway access.
FULL EMBRAER PHENOM 100EV PAGE →SPECIFICATIONS
Side-by-side specifications
| METRIC | Citation M2 Gen2 | Phenom 100EV |
|---|---|---|
| Passengers | 6 | 4 |
| Range | 1,550 nm | 1,178 nm |
| Cruise speed | Mach 0.71 | Mach 0.70 |
| Cabin height | 4'9" | 4'11" |
| Cabin width | 4'10" | 5'1" |
| Baggage | 46 cu ft | 53 cu ft |
| Runway | 3,250 ft | 3,190 ft |
Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 — strengths
- —Lowest operating cost in the Citation line
- —Single-pilot certified
- —Modern Garmin G3000 flight deck
Embraer Phenom 100EV — strengths
- —Largest cabin in the VLJ class
- —Single-pilot certified
- —Class-leading short-runway capability
CHARTER PRICING
Indicative pricing
CESSNA CITATION M2 GEN2
| London → Paris | from £3,400 |
| Dallas → Austin | from $4,200 |
EMBRAER PHENOM 100EV
| London → Amsterdam | from £3,000 |
| Boston → New York | from $3,800 |
All-inclusive indicative one-way pricing. Confirmed quote in 10 minutes.
EXPERT VERDICT
Two closely-matched light jets — the right pick depends entirely on the mission, not the spec sheet.
The Citation M2 Gen2 pulls ahead on range / non-stop reach, group capacity and speed & block time; the Phenom 100EV answers with cabin comfort and airport access. Both sit in the light jet class, so charter pricing is broadly aligned — let the use case (range, group size, airport pair) drive the final call.
Range / non-stop reach
Citation M2 Gen2
1,550 nm of range — the better choice for transcontinental and intercontinental missions.
Cabin comfort
Phenom 100EV
Taller and/or wider cabin (4'11" × 5'1") — better for long flights and stand-up movement.
Group capacity
Citation M2 Gen2
Seats up to 6 — the right pick when the manifest grows.
Airport access
Phenom 100EV
Shorter 3,190 ft balanced-field requirement — opens up restricted alpine, island and city-adjacent airfields.
Speed & block time
Citation M2 Gen2
Cruise of Mach 0.71 — shaves meaningful minutes off every long leg.
Verdict based on published manufacturer specifications, charter market data and Limitless Sky brokerage experience.
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CHOOSE WITH CONFIDENCE
Top reasons to choose — and who each aircraft is best for
A tailored summary for the Citation M2 Gen2 and Phenom 100EV: the deciding reasons in this matchup, plus the buyer archetypes each aircraft serves best.
CESSNA
Top reasons to choose the Citation M2 Gen2
- ★Reaches 1,550 nm non-stop — 32% more range than the Phenom 100EV, opening city pairs that would otherwise need a tech stop.
- ★Cruises at Mach 0.71, trimming block time on every leg vs the Phenom 100EV (Mach 0.70).
- ★Seats up to 6 passengers vs 4 on the Phenom 100EV — better for full-group charters and family travel.
- ★Lowest operating cost in the Citation line
- ★Modern Garmin G3000 flight deck
BEST FOR
Longer non-stop reach
When the mission is on the edge of the Phenom 100EV's envelope, the 1,550 nm legs of the Citation M2 Gen2 keep reserves intact.
Larger party charters
Up to 6 seats vs 4 on the Phenom 100EV — the natural pick when the manifest grows last-minute.
Two-hour business hops
Lowest jet-class operating cost for 1–2 hour European or US regional legs.
Short-runway escapes
Unlocks airfields like London City alternatives, Lugano and Aspen.
EMBRAER
Top reasons to choose the Phenom 100EV
- ★Bigger cabin envelope (4'11" tall × 5'1" wide) than the Citation M2 Gen2 — meaningful difference on flights over three hours.
- ★53 cu ft of baggage volume — fits ski, golf and extended-stay luggage that crowds the Citation M2 Gen2.
- ★Largest cabin in the VLJ class
- ★Class-leading short-runway capability
BEST FOR
Two-hour business hops
Lowest jet-class operating cost for 1–2 hour European or US regional legs.
Short-runway escapes
Unlocks airfields like London City alternatives, Lugano and Aspen.
4–6 passenger weekends
Right-sized for a couple plus friends or a small family weekend break.
Last-minute charter
Largest charter fleet of any jet class — strongest empty-leg availability.
PROS & CONS
Honest assessment
CESSNA
Cessna Citation M2 Gen2
PROS
- +Lowest operating cost in the Citation line
- +Single-pilot certified
- +Modern Garmin G3000 flight deck
- +Longer legs than the Phenom 100EV (1,550 nm vs 1,178 nm) — fewer fuel stops on intercontinental missions.
- +Carries up to 6 passengers vs 4 on the Phenom 100EV — better for larger groups.
CONS
- −Lower ceiling than the Phenom 100EV (4'9" vs 4'11") — stand-up movement is restricted.
EMBRAER
Embraer Phenom 100EV
PROS
- +Largest cabin in the VLJ class
- +Single-pilot certified
- +Class-leading short-runway capability
- +Taller cabin (4'11") than the Citation M2 Gen2 — easier to move around on long flights.
- +Wider cabin (5'1") makes a meaningful difference at the shoulders vs the Citation M2 Gen2.
CONS
- −Shorter range than the Citation M2 Gen2 (1,178 nm vs 1,550 nm) — may require a tech stop on long sectors.
- −Maximum 4-seat layout is tight if you regularly travel with more than 4 — the Citation M2 Gen2 adds 2 seats.
REAL-WORLD MISSIONS
Which aircraft for which mission
Four scenarios our charter desk sees regularly — and which of these two we would actually quote.
SCENARIO 01
Two-hour business hop with four executives and overnight bags
OUR PICKCitation M2 Gen2
Curated example: London → Brussels sits in the Citation M2 Gen2's sweet spot.
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →SCENARIO 02
Weekend ski trip — Geneva to Sion with full ski equipment
OUR PICKPhenom 100EV
Shorter runway requirement (3,190 ft) opens up the airfield.
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →SCENARIO 03
Day-return board meeting between secondary cities
OUR PICKCitation M2 Gen2
Curated example: London → Brussels sits in the Citation M2 Gen2's sweet spot.
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →SCENARIO 04
Family of five to a Mediterranean island for a long weekend
OUR PICKCitation M2 Gen2
Larger cabin seats the full group (6).
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →ROUTE RECOMMENDATIONS
Best pick per route
| ROUTE | DISTANCE | RECOMMENDED | WHY |
|---|---|---|---|
| London → Paris | 190 nm | Citation M2 Gen2 | Both reach it, but the longer-legged option keeps more fuel reserves for weather and routing changes. |
| Geneva → Ibiza | 560 nm | Citation M2 Gen2 | Both reach it, but the longer-legged option keeps more fuel reserves for weather and routing changes. |
| Teterboro → Miami | 950 nm | Citation M2 Gen2 | Both reach it, but the longer-legged option keeps more fuel reserves for weather and routing changes. |
| London → Athens | 1,500 nm | Either | Both would require a tech stop on this routing — talk to us about positioning. |
Distances are great-circle approximations; actual fuel planning accounts for winds, weather and reserves.
FAQ
Citation M2 Gen2 vs Phenom 100EV — frequently asked
Citation M2 Gen2 vs Phenom 100EV: which has the longer range?OPEN
The Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 has a published range of 1,550 nm; the Embraer Phenom 100EV is rated at 1,178 nm. The longer-range aircraft opens up more non-stop city pairs without a tech stop.
Which is faster — Citation M2 Gen2 or Phenom 100EV?OPEN
Cruise speeds are Mach 0.71 for the Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 and Mach 0.70 for the Embraer Phenom 100EV. On a London → Paris-style mission the faster aircraft typically saves 10–25 minutes block time.
How many passengers does each aircraft carry?OPEN
The Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 seats 6; the Embraer Phenom 100EV seats 4. Charter prices below assume a typical executive layout — high-density configurations are available on request.
What does it cost to charter the Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 vs the Embraer Phenom 100EV?OPEN
Indicative one-way pricing on a benchmark mission: Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 from from £3,400, Embraer Phenom 100EV from from £3,000. Confirmed quote in 10 minutes — pricing varies with empty-leg availability, season and routing.
Which aircraft is better for transatlantic or long-range missions?OPEN
Both belong to the Light Jet category, but range, payload and runway performance differ. See the route-recommendations table on this page for our specific pick per corridor.
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