A319neo vs 717-200
The A319neo leads, topping 4 of 7 compared metrics.
The Airbus A319neo (introduced 2018) and the Boeing Commercial Airplanes 717-200 (introduced 1999) are two aircraft buyers regularly weigh against each other. Both are commercial, which makes them natural cross-shopping rivals. The clearest separation between them is range, where the A319neo has the advantage. Below we compare them spec by spec, then break down which aircraft suits which mission.
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A319neo vs 717-200: the key differences
- The A319neo delivers 82% more range (A319neo: 3,750 nm; 717-200: 2,060 nm).
- The A319neo delivers 11% more cruise speed (A319neo: 487 kt; 717-200: 438 kt).
- The A319neo delivers 19% more passenger capacity (A319neo: 160 seats; 717-200: 134 seats).
- The A319neo is the newer design (introduced 2018 versus 1999 for the 717-200), a gap of 19 years that usually shows up in avionics, cabin systems and fuel burn.
- The A319neo is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (166,449 lbs versus 121,000 lbs), which typically buys more cabin and payload at the cost of higher trip economics.
Which mission suits which aircraft
The A319neo is the stronger fit for long-haul and transatlantic missions — its 3,750 nm of range removes fuel stops on those legs. The 717-200, at 2,060 nm, is better matched to transcontinental missions, where lower trip cost counts for more than outright reach. If most of your flying sits inside the 717-200's range, the A319neo's extra capability is range you pay to carry but rarely use.
Which should you choose?
On published specifications the A319neo leads on both range and cabin capacity, so it suits operators who want maximum mission flexibility from a single airframe. The 717-200 can still be the smarter buy on acquisition cost, operating economics, runway performance, or current availability — the factors that rarely show up in a spec sheet. Our acquisition advisory team can model both against your actual mission profile before you commit.
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A319neo vs 717-200: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the A319neo or the 717-200?
The A319neo has the longer published range — 3,750 nm versus 2,060 nm for the 717-200.
Does the A319neo or 717-200 seat more passengers?
The A319neo carries more passengers at maximum configuration — up to 160 seats, compared with 134 on the 717-200.
Which is faster, the A319neo or the 717-200?
The A319neo cruises faster, at 487 kt versus 438 kt for the 717-200.
Which is newer, the A319neo or the 717-200?
The A319neo is the newer design, introduced in 2018 versus 1999 for the 717-200.
Is the A319neo or the 717-200 the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the A319neo is the larger aircraft — 166,449 lbs versus 121,000 lbs for the 717-200.
Should I buy the A319neo or the 717-200?
On published specifications the A319neo leads on both range and cabin capacity, so it suits operators who want maximum mission flexibility from a single airframe. The 717-200 can still be the smarter buy on acquisition cost, operating economics, runway performance, or current availability — the factors that rarely show up in a spec sheet. Our acquisition advisory team can model both against your actual mission profile before you commit.
Still weighing up the A319neo vs 717-200?
Specs only take you so far. Our advisors give an independent recommendation based on your mission, budget and how you actually fly — and represent your side through to purchase.