ATR 72-500 vs Embraer E190-E2
The Embraer E190-E2 leads, topping 5 of 7 compared metrics.
The ATR ATR 72-500 (introduced 1997) and the Embraer Executive Jets Embraer E190-E2 (introduced 2018) are two aircraft buyers regularly weigh against each other. Both are regional, which makes them natural cross-shopping rivals. The clearest separation between them is range, where the Embraer E190-E2 has the advantage. undefined
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ATR 72-500 vs Embraer E190-E2: the key differences
- The Embraer E190-E2 delivers 245% more range (ATR 72-500: 825 nm; Embraer E190-E2: 2,850 nm).
- The Embraer E190-E2 delivers 66% more cruise speed (ATR 72-500: 276 kt; Embraer E190-E2: 458 kt).
- The Embraer E190-E2 delivers 54% more passenger capacity (ATR 72-500: 74 seats; Embraer E190-E2: 114 seats).
- The Embraer E190-E2 is the newer design (introduced 2018 versus 1997 for the ATR 72-500), a gap of 21 years that usually shows up in avionics, cabin systems and fuel burn.
- The Embraer E190-E2 is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (124,341 lbs versus 50,265 lbs), which typically buys more cabin and payload at the cost of higher trip economics.
Which mission suits which aircraft
The Embraer E190-E2 is the stronger fit for transcontinental missions — its 2,850 nm of range removes fuel stops on those legs. The ATR 72-500, at 825 nm, is better matched to short-haul and regional hops, where lower trip cost counts for more than outright reach. If most of your flying sits inside the ATR 72-500's range, the Embraer E190-E2's extra capability is range you pay to carry but rarely use.
Which should you choose?
On published specifications the Embraer E190-E2 leads on both range and cabin capacity, so it suits operators who want maximum mission flexibility from a single airframe. The ATR 72-500 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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ATR 72-500 vs Embraer E190-E2: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the ATR 72-500 or the Embraer E190-E2?
The Embraer E190-E2 has the longer published range — 2,850 nm versus 825 nm for the ATR 72-500.
Does the ATR 72-500 or Embraer E190-E2 seat more passengers?
The Embraer E190-E2 carries more passengers at maximum configuration — up to 114 seats, compared with 74 on the ATR 72-500.
Which is faster, the ATR 72-500 or the Embraer E190-E2?
The Embraer E190-E2 cruises faster, at 458 kt versus 276 kt for the ATR 72-500.
Which is newer, the ATR 72-500 or the Embraer E190-E2?
The Embraer E190-E2 is the newer design, introduced in 2018 versus 1997 for the ATR 72-500.
Is the ATR 72-500 or the Embraer E190-E2 the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the Embraer E190-E2 is the larger aircraft — 124,341 lbs versus 50,265 lbs for the ATR 72-500.
Should I buy the ATR 72-500 or the Embraer E190-E2?
On published specifications the Embraer E190-E2 leads on both range and cabin capacity, so it suits operators who want maximum mission flexibility from a single airframe. The ATR 72-500 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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