Bombardier Global 5500 vs Bombardier Global Express XRS
On published range, the Bombardier Global Express XRS goes 463 km further than the Bombardier Global 5500 (11,390 km against 10,927 km).
The Bombardier Global Express XRS is certified for 19 passengers, against 16 for the other.
The Bombardier Global Express XRS has the taller cabin (1.91 m against 1.88 m).
Both sit in the "Ultra-long-range jet" category, so the published hourly band is the same: € 8,600 – 12,000 per hour. Published rate for the category, not for the model.
| Comparison table |  Bombardier Global 5500 |  Bombardier Global Express XRS |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Category | Ultra-long-range jet | Ultra-long-range jet |
| Production | In production | Out of production |
| Cabin | ||
| Passengers (max) | 16 | 19 — Best value |
| Cabin length | 12.95 m | 14.73 m — Best value |
| Cabin width | 2.49 m | 2.49 m |
| Cabin height | 1.88 m | 1.91 m — Best value |
| Flight | ||
| Range | 10,927 km (5,900 nm) | 11,390 km (6,150 nm) — Best value |
| Max speed (MMo) | Mach 0.9 — Best value | Mach 0.89 |
| Cost | ||
| Hourly rate (category) | € 8,600 – 12,000 | € 8,600 – 12,000 |
| 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)