Fleet Size and Availability
There are 25 Citation XLS+ & Gen2 aircraft for sale, representing 6.7% of the active fleet. Inventory remains elevated relative to some midsize peers, but availability has stabilized after peaking late last year. Buyer choice is broad, particularly across a wide range of vintages and specifications.
Market Listings
Asking prices currently range from $5,256,000 to $16,950,000, reflecting a wide spread driven by aircraft model, age, cosmetics, avionics upgrades, and engine program status. Active listings average 224 Days on Market, with extended marketing times largely concentrated among higher-ask aircraft that are not priced according to recently sold comparable aircraft. Well-positioned XLS+ aircraft are attracting the strongest buyer interest.
Sales Activity
Over the last six months, 20 Citation XLS+ & Gen2 aircraft have sold, including 3 off-market transactions, at prices ranging from $7,500,000 to $16,250,000. Of these, only two were Gen2s, and they sold in October. Sold aircraft averaged 114 Days on Market.
Key Takeaways
- Inventory remains elevated, keeping the market buyer-selective.
- Off-market transactions remain a modest but consistent part of overall activity.
- Extended marketing times are concentrated among aircraft that are not priced in line with recently sold comparable aircraft.
- Inventory remains elevated relative to some midsize peers, keeping buyer choice broad across vintages and specifications.
Key Insight
The Citation XLS+ & Gen2 market starts 2026 in a buyer-selective environment with clear pricing tiers based on specific models. There are options available, but aircraft that are priced right and turn-key are the ones moving. When pricing aligns with recent comps, sales close within a predictable number of days on market. Overall, the XLS+ & Gen2 remain dependable and liquid segments of the preowned midsize jet market.
