Cessna / Textron Aviation
Citation XLS Gen2
The Cessna Citation XLS Gen2 is a refreshed midsize business jet launched in 2022, featuring a redesigned interior, updated Garmin G5000 avionics, and improved passenger connectivity over its predecessors. Powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545D engines, it carries up to 12 passengers up to 2,100 nautical miles while offering the widest flat-floor cabin in the midsize segment. The XLS Gen2 bridges the gap between light and super-midsize jets with exceptional versatility.
- Widest flat-floor cabin in midsize class
- Garmin G5000 avionics with touchscreen
- 2,100 nm range with 8 passengers
- Updated cabin with USB-C charging
- Seats up to 12 in high-density config
- Strong runway performance for its size
Citation XLS Gen2 key specifications
- Range
- 2,100 nm
- Cruise speed
- 430 kts
- Passengers
- up to 12
- Max take-off weight
- 20,600 lb
- Engines
- 2 × Turbofan
About the Citation XLS Gen2
Introduced in 2022 in the United States, the Cessna / Textron Aviation Citation XLS Gen2 is a business jet from the Citation Excel/XLS family built for private and corporate travel that values cabin comfort and speed. It is one of the more recent designs in its class.
On performance, it offers a maximum range of about 2,100 nautical miles and a cruise of roughly 430 knots. It seats up to 12 passengers and is powered by 2 Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545D engines.
Its 2,100 nm range makes it well matched to transcontinental missions without a fuel stop. It is flown by a two-pilot crew and is approved for IFR flight. Before committing to the Citation XLS Gen2, weigh it against the closest alternatives below and talk to an advisor about acquisition and operating costs.
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How the Citation XLS Gen2 compares
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