Global 5500 vs G500
The G500 leads, topping 3 of 7 compared metrics.
Put the Bombardier Aviation Global 5500 (introduced 2019) beside the Gulfstream Aerospace G500 (introduced 2018) and the trade-offs sharpen fast. Both are business jets, which makes them natural cross-shopping rivals. The clearest separation between them is cabin capacity, where the G500 carries more passengers. undefined
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Global 5500 vs G500: the key differences
- The Global 5500 delivers 10% more range (Global 5500: 5,700 nm; G500: 5,200 nm).
- The G500 delivers 3% more cruise speed (Global 5500: 476 kt; G500: 488 kt).
- The G500 delivers 19% more passenger capacity (Global 5500: 16 seats; G500: 19 seats).
- The Global 5500 is the newer design (introduced 2019 versus 2018 for the G500), a gap of 1 years that usually shows up in avionics, cabin systems and fuel burn.
- The Global 5500 is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (99,500 lbs versus 91,400 lbs), which typically buys more cabin and payload at the cost of higher trip economics.
Which mission suits which aircraft
Both aircraft are built for long-haul and transatlantic missions, so outright range rarely separates them — the call leans on cabin (the G500 seats more), trip economics and what is actually available on the market. Match the airframe to how you fly most weeks, not to the headline range figure.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Global 5500 when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the G500 when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the G500 holds the cruise-speed edge. The right answer ultimately depends on acquisition cost, maintenance-program status, and what is actually available on the market — talk to our acquisition advisory team to pressure-test the choice against your missions and budget.
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Global 5500 vs G500: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the Global 5500 or the G500?
The Global 5500 has the longer published range — 5,700 nm versus 5,200 nm for the G500.
Does the Global 5500 or G500 seat more passengers?
The G500 carries more passengers at maximum configuration — up to 19 seats, compared with 16 on the Global 5500.
Which is faster, the Global 5500 or the G500?
The G500 cruises faster, at 488 kt versus 476 kt for the Global 5500.
Which is newer, the Global 5500 or the G500?
The Global 5500 is the newer design, introduced in 2019 versus 2018 for the G500.
Is the Global 5500 or the G500 the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the Global 5500 is the larger aircraft — 99,500 lbs versus 91,400 lbs for the G500.
Should I buy the Global 5500 or the G500?
Choose the Global 5500 when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the G500 when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the G500 holds the cruise-speed edge. The right answer ultimately depends on acquisition cost, maintenance-program status, and what is actually available on the market — talk to our acquisition advisory team to pressure-test the choice against your missions and budget.
Still weighing up the Global 5500 vs G500?
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.