Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 vs Embraer Phenom 300E
On published range, the Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 goes 55 km further than the Embraer Phenom 300E (3,778 km against 3,723 km).
The Embraer Phenom 300E is certified for 10 passengers, against 9 for the other.
The Embraer Phenom 300E has the taller cabin (1.5 m against 1.45 m).
Both sit in the "Light jet" category, so the published hourly band is the same: € 2,350 – 3,000 per hour. Published rate for the category, not for the model.
| Comparison table |  Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 |  Embraer Phenom 300E |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Category | Light jet | Light jet |
| Production | In production | In production |
| Cabin | ||
| Passengers (max) | 9 | 10 — Best value |
| Cabin length | 4.78 m | 5.23 m — Best value |
| Cabin width | 1.47 m | 1.55 m — Best value |
| Cabin height | 1.45 m | 1.5 m — Best value |
| Flight | ||
| Range | 3,778 km (2,040 nm) — Best value | 3,723 km (2,010 nm) |
| Max speed (MMo) | Mach 0.737 | Mach 0.8 — Best value |
| Cost | ||
| Hourly rate (category) | € 2,350 – 3,000 | € 2,350 – 3,000 |
| 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)