E175-E2 vs Embraer E190-E2
E175-E2 and Embraer E190-E2 are closely matched, each topping 2 of 7 metrics.
The Embraer Executive Jets E175-E2 (introduced 2024) 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. Below we compare them spec by spec, then break down which aircraft suits which mission.
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E175-E2 vs Embraer E190-E2: the key differences
- The Embraer E190-E2 delivers 38% more range (E175-E2: 2,060 nm; Embraer E190-E2: 2,850 nm).
- The E175-E2 delivers 3% more cruise speed (E175-E2: 470 kt; Embraer E190-E2: 458 kt).
- The Embraer E190-E2 delivers 27% more passenger capacity (E175-E2: 90 seats; Embraer E190-E2: 114 seats).
- The E175-E2 is the newer design (introduced 2024 versus 2018 for the Embraer E190-E2), a gap of 6 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 98,768 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 transcontinental missions, so outright range rarely separates them — the call leans on cabin (the Embraer E190-E2 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?
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 E175-E2 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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E175-E2 vs Embraer E190-E2: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the E175-E2 or the Embraer E190-E2?
The Embraer E190-E2 has the longer published range — 2,850 nm versus 2,060 nm for the E175-E2.
Does the E175-E2 or Embraer E190-E2 seat more passengers?
The Embraer E190-E2 carries more passengers at maximum configuration — up to 114 seats, compared with 90 on the E175-E2.
Which is faster, the E175-E2 or the Embraer E190-E2?
The E175-E2 cruises faster, at 470 kt versus 458 kt for the Embraer E190-E2.
Which is newer, the E175-E2 or the Embraer E190-E2?
The E175-E2 is the newer design, introduced in 2024 versus 2018 for the Embraer E190-E2.
Is the E175-E2 or the Embraer E190-E2 the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the Embraer E190-E2 is the larger aircraft — 124,341 lbs versus 98,768 lbs for the E175-E2.
Should I buy the E175-E2 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 E175-E2 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 E175-E2 vs Embraer E190-E2?
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.