Airbus ACJ318 Elite vs Airbus ACJ320neo
On published range, the Airbus ACJ320neo goes 3,334 km further than the Airbus ACJ318 Elite (11,112 km against 7,778 km).
The Airbus ACJ320neo is certified for 25 passengers, against 19 for the other.
Both sit in the "VIP airliner" category, so the published hourly band is the same: € 13,750 – 19,750 per hour. Published rate for the category, not for the model.
| Comparison table |  Airbus ACJ318 Elite |  Airbus ACJ320neo |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Category | VIP airliner | VIP airliner |
| Production | Out of production | In production |
| Cabin | ||
| Passengers (max) | 19 | 25 — Best value |
| Cabin width | 3.7 m | 3.7 m |
| Cabin height | 2.26 m | 2.26 m |
| Flight | ||
| Range | 7,778 km (4,200 nm) | 11,112 km (6,000 nm) — Best value |
| Max speed (MMo) | Mach 0.82 | Mach 0.82 |
| Cost | ||
| Hourly rate (category) | € 13,750 – 19,750 | € 13,750 – 19,750 |
| Compare | Quote on this model | Quote on this model |
Computed on the maximum published range: the real leg depends on payload, wind and reserves. Prices are indicative, at the category hourly rate.
Sources: Manufacturer published specifications (2026-05) · Paramount Business Jets — published charter rates (2026-08-07) · European Central Bank daily reference rate — EUR/USD rate 1.1652 (2026-09-09)
Frequently asked questions
Airbus ACJ318 Elite or Airbus ACJ320neo: which flies further?
The Airbus ACJ320neo, at 11,112 km published range against 7,778 km. The 3,334 km gap matters on long legs: at real payload, with wind and reserves, both cover less than the published figure.
What does an hour cost?
Both sit in the same category (VIP airliner), whose published broker band is € 13,750 to 19,750 per hour all-in. That is a category rate, not a model rate: the firm price depends on the specific aircraft, the season and repositioning. A quote returns an all-in price within 60 minutes.
How many passengers?
The Airbus ACJ318 Elite is certified for up to 19 passengers, the Airbus ACJ320neo for up to 25. On charter, real layouts usually trade a seat or two for living space.