Citation XLS+ & Gen2 Market Update – May 2025
Fleet Size and Availability
There are currently 20 Citation XLS+ and Gen2 aircraft for sale, including 1 off-market listing. This represents 5.5% of the active fleet, a figure that has fluctuated slightly but remained within a narrow range over the past six months.
Market Listings
Asking prices range from $6,500,000 to $15,995,000, reflecting a broad spread across the XLS+ and Gen2 models. The average days on market is 202, suggesting that listings are taking longer to convert—likely due to higher price points and increased buyer scrutiny.
Sales Activity
Over the past six months, 24 aircraft were sold, including 6 off-market transactions. The sold price range was $6,600,000 to $15,900,000, aligning closely with current ask prices. Average days on market for sold aircraft was 141 days, notably faster than the current inventory pace.
Key Takeaways
- Sales volume is strong and rising, with 9 sales recorded in April alone—the highest month since November.
- Days on market are declining for sold aircraft, suggesting that well-positioned inventory is being absorbed efficiently.
- A slight pullback in listings this month may signal tighter availability as sellers hold firm on value.
- Buyers should act decisively, especially on Gen2 aircraft, which continue to draw premium pricing.
- Sellers of older XLS+ aircraft should be realistic in pricing, as buyers increasingly favor newer, upgraded airframes.
Key Insight
The XLS+ and Gen2 market is heating up, with April’s sales surge indicating a renewed wave of buyer confidence—especially for newer inventory. Market timing and aircraft positioning will be critical as we head into the summer transaction season.
