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HondaJet Elite II vs Citation XLS+

A head-to-head look at two of the most-chartered aircraft in the light jet class.

HondaJet Elite II

HONDA AIRCRAFT COMPANY

HondaJet Elite II

The HondaJet Elite II is the most innovative light jet in production — its patented over-the-wing engine mount delivers a quieter, larger cabin and 20% better fuel efficiency than any direct competitor. Ideal for short European or US business missions.

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Cessna Citation XLS+

CESSNA

Cessna Citation XLS+

The Citation XLS+ is the world's best-selling midsize private jet — and for good reason. It blends a true stand-up cabin and external baggage hold with light-jet operating economics and short-runway capability. Eight passengers fly in genuine comfort across Europe or coast-to-coast in the US.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Side-by-side specifications

METRICHondaJet Elite IICitation XLS+
Passengers5–68
Range1,547 nm1,858 nm
Cruise speedMach 0.72Mach 0.75
Cabin height4'10"5'8"
Cabin width5'0"5'6"
Baggage66 cu ft90 cu ft
Runway3,699 ft3,560 ft

HondaJet Elite II — strengths

  • Over-the-wing engine mount — patented
  • Quietest light-jet cabin
  • Lowest fuel burn in class

Cessna Citation XLS+ — strengths

  • True stand-up cabin in a light-jet price bracket
  • Access to 5,000+ airports worldwide
  • Most popular aircraft in the global charter fleet

CHARTER PRICING

Indicative pricing

HONDAJET ELITE II
London → Amsterdamfrom £5,400
New York → Bostonfrom $7,200
CESSNA CITATION XLS+
London → Nicefrom £12,500
Frankfurt → Mykonosfrom €19,800
New York → Miamifrom $24,000

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VERDICT

HondaJet Elite II or Citation XLS+?

  • The Citation XLS+ offers the longer range — better suited to non-stop intercontinental missions.
  • Cabin capacity favours the Citation XLS+, with seating for up to 8 passengers.
  • Both aircraft sit in the light jet class — choose based on your typical mission length, party size and preferred cabin layout.

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