The Eclipse 550 is the most fuel-efficient twin-engine jet on the planet, consuming a mere 48-59 gallons of fuel per hour in flight while at cruise. This amazing performance indicator means that you can fly 430 mph at only twice the fuel burn as a large SUV traveling on the interstate.
Only Twice the Fuel Burn of an SUV
A large SUV gets only 16 miles per gallon. Traveling at 70 mph, that’s 4.375 gallons per hour. In order to go 1,125 nm (1,295 statute miles) it would take the SUV 18.5 hours. Time multiplied by burn equals 81 gallons of fuel burned. The Eclipse 550 will get you there in 3 hours and will only burn 144 gallons of fuel. Impressive.