Head-to-head
Phenom 300E vs Citation CJ4 Gen2 — Light Jet Comparison
The Phenom 300E and CJ4 Gen2 are the two most-cross-shopped light jets in the pre-owned market. Both seat eight, both fly 2,000+ nm, both serve the same owner-flown and small-charter segments. The differences live in cabin generation, runway flexibility, and total-cost economics.
| Spec | Embraer Phenom 300E | Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 |
|---|---|---|
| Year (representative) | 2020 | 2018 |
| Range (nm) | 2010 | 2165 |
| Seats (typical) | 8 | 8 |
| Balanced field (ft) | 3140 | 3410 |
| Asking band ($M) | $9.65M | $6.85M |
Verdict
Which one wins?
Phenom 300E wins on cabin generation and connectivity; CJ4 Gen2 wins on operating cost and runway flexibility. Mission profile decides — most international owner-flown buyers lean Phenom; most US-domestic charter operators lean CJ4.