Citation xls Gen 2
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Over the past 12 months, the Citation XLS Gen 2 market has continued to show strong overall activity. Although available inventory has increased modestly year-over-year, current inventory levels are up two aircraft compared to the prior year, while asking values have softened modestly by approximately 5% over the same period. Despite that increase in supply, the overall market continues to demonstrate healthy buyer engagement across the segment. From a transaction standpoint, days on market have improved meaningfully, with a 61% decrease year over year. Over the past 12 months, there have been 15 retail sales recorded across the Citation XLS Gen 2 market, with 3 transactions recorded so far in 2026, involving 2023 through 2025 model year aircraft. Looking at supply and demand, the market is currently carrying approximately 5.3 months of inventory, reflecting a balanced overall environment. Buyer activity remains strongest for aircraft with favorable maintenance program coverage. Citation XLS Gen 2 continues to appeal to operators because of its combination of modernized avionics, upgraded cabin environment, approachable operating economics, and operational familiarity that has long defined the XLS platform. For many owners and corporate flight departments, the aircraft represents a refined evolution of the well-established XLS platform, while maintaining the operational simplicity and mission versatility that continue to define the Citation product line. In summary, the Citation XLS Gen 2 market remains active overall, with increased inventory levels contributing to a more balanced overall environment. I'd categorize this Citation XLS Gen 2 market as strong, and assign it an A Demand Rating. 

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The segment of the market continues to see steady activity. Due to the relatively, newer fleet, historical inventory comparison data is limited, but pricing has remained relatively stable, with the average just being priced decreasing about 1% over the past. 12 months. Citation XLS Gen 2 aircraft are also selling more quickly, with days on market decreasing 31% compared to this time last year. Over the past 12 months, there have been 16 retail sales reflecting consistent demand for this aircraft type. Based on the recent supply and demand trends, the three-year OEM backlog for new aircraft continues to support the pre-owned Citation XLS Gen 2 market. In summary, this market remains strong, with the supply and demand balanced and in alignment. Overall, I'd categorize the Citation XLS Gen 2 market as a seller's market and give it a B-demand rating.

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The Citation XLS Gen 2 is the most current iteration of the XLS platform, bringing a Garmin G5000 avionics suite with dual touchscreen controllers to the Excel/XLS family's proven flat-floor, stand-up cabin. The avionics upgrade represents a significant step forward in cockpit modernity — large-format displays, improved situational awareness, and a more intuitive pilot interface that brings the XLS in line with current production expectations. The airframe and Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545 engines remain consistent with the XLS+, preserving the platform's well-established performance and economics while giving buyers a flight deck they won't need to apologize for.

XLS Gen 2 model overview

$3,331 Per Hour  $7.57 Per NM

variable cost

Seats

runway

2 + 8

3,900 ft

range

speed

Max Cruise Altitude

years produced

Normal Cruise: 440 KTS

45,000 ft

2008 - 2022

max range: 2,100 nm

payload

Payload Full Fuel: 860 lbs

this cruise number is based on high speed cruise at fl410

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