
With the success of Cessna's high-end Citation VII, Cessna decided to develop the Citation X series. The Citation XLS+, is the latest upgraded version of the aircraft which began delivery in 2008, with the inclusion of FADEC engine controls, improved PW545C engines, and a completely revised nose design similar to that found on the Citation Sovereign and Citation X. The Citation XLS+ features Collins Pro Line 21 Avionics and a four screen LCD EFIS display as opposed to the three tube (CRT) Honeywell display in the XL and the three screen LCD Primus 1000 in the XLS.
| CREW | 2 | 
| CAPACITY | 7 passengers and 7,400 lb (4,077 kg) useful load | 
| LENGTH | 52 ft 6 in (16.0 m) | 
| WINGSPAN | 56 ft 4 in (17.17 m) | 
| HEIGHT | 17 ft 2 in (5.23 m) | 
| EMPTY WEIGHT | 12,800 lb (5,806 kg) | 
| MAX TAKE-OFF WEIGHT | 20,200 lb (9,163 kg) | 
| POWERPLANT | 2 × Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545C turbofans, 4,119 lbf (18.32 kN) thrust each | 
| CAPACITY | 7 Passengers | 
| FLYING HOURS | 4.5 Hours | 
| MAX RANGE | 1,850 Nautical Miles | 
| MAX SPEED | 440 Knots | 
| MAX ALTITUDE | 45,000 ft | 
| LAVATORY | Yes | 
 

 The XLS+ jet’s first-class cabin offers comfortable room for up to 7 passengers. A spacious interior allows those inside to stand and move about the cabin with ease. The high-quality leather seats are extra wide with full reclining capabilities for optimal comfort.