When it comes to Class A RVs, there are a ton of options. From different brands, features and lengths to fuel types, and, of course, price. In this blog, we'll just focus on four of the top Class A brands for those who are shopping for a motorhome on the smaller side.
Class A motorhomes are the largest and most accommodating RVs on the market. Shaped like a tour bus, these RVs offer nearly every amenity you can get at home. Some of these amenities include a washer and dryer, full-size shower, residential-sized refrigerator and a queen or, depending on the model, a king-sized bed.
Today we will be focusing on small Class As, which typically range from 26-feet to 30-feet in length. For those who don’t need as much space and may not want to drive such a large vehicle, these models still offer quite a bit of luxury, but with a lower price tag.
MSRP: $156,786
The Vista 27PE is 28-feet, 5-inches long and has a gross vehicle weight rating of 18,000 pounds. This floorplan has enough sleeping space for up to five people.
This Winnebago motorhome offers a large panoramic windshield, which is not only great while driving but also allows passengers to easily take in the scenery when camping. Plus, with blackout roller shades, it is easy to make the RV more private at night or block out the sun on hot days.
It also provides the driver and passenger two-position armrests, adjustable recline and fixed lumbar support in the front captain chairs to make long drives more comfortable. Plus, it includes a passenger convenience tray upfront, for gear like a laptop, and a removable pedestal table, great for even more dining space when entertaining.
The exterior of the Vista has an automatic entry doorstep and screen door, porch lights with an interior switch, entry assist handle and lighted storage compartments for camping gear. In addition, there is an exterior entertainment center with a 32-inch HDTV.
This motorhome is perfect for RVers who like to entertain at the campground or sports arena. And with leash tie-downs on the outside, your pets can hang out, too, with zero worries.
The open concept kitchen has a lot to offer campers -- from the large two-door, 10-cubic-foot refrigerator/freezer to the Hi-Lo table with storage, it includes a microwave oven with touch controls, stainless-steel double sink, and a three-burner range cooktop with a folding, providing a comfortable space to whip up campsite meals.
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The bedroom offers quite a bit of space while still housing a walkaround king-sized bed with a soft cushion headboard, foam mattress and extra storage underneath. Some models offer the optional studio loft bed over the cab and the sofa transforms into sleeping space at night, making this RV a good option for families looking to take some short weekend camping trips.
The spacious bathroom has everything a camper would need including a shower with a retractable screen on the door, flexible showerhead, mounted towel rack, towel rings, robe hooks and a medicine cabinet with a mirror.
Interested in the Winnebago Vista 27PE? Find yours here today!
MSRP: $138,691
The Alante 27A is 29-feet, 11-inches long and has a gross vehicle weight rating of 18,000 pounds. This Class A can sleep up to five people and offers plenty of fantastic features.
Some of the features that make this motorhome stand out for campers are the power front privacy shade with manual side privacy shades, high-intensity recessed LED ceiling lights, a Blu-Ray player in the living area, prep for a satellite dish, cable TV hookup and a digital antenna with a signal booster. Plus, a removable pedestal table in the cab, great for even more dining space when entertaining.
The exterior of the 27A has frameless windows and an entry door with a large travel-view window that allows everyone to see the beautiful views while on the road or parked.
This RV also includes a powered entry step, solar prep, porch lighting, outside shower and slam-latch pass-through storage compartments that are lockable and ready to store all of your camping essentials.
The spacious kitchen area has luxurious amenities such as an 8-cubic-foot double-door refrigerator, a Furrion all-in-one cooktop and oven, a residential-sized microwave and a large stainless-steel kitchen sink with cover. Plus, it has as counter extension providing extra space for prepping large meals.
And to make the kitchen feel even more like home, there is a decorative backsplash and a pop-up charging station with 110-volt outlets and USB ports, perfect for all your charging needs.
The bedroom has a walk-around king-sized bed with nightstands. There are also two large wardrobes so that campers can bring plenty of gear for extended stay camping trips, cutting down on laundry needs at the campsite.
The bathroom features a glass door shower, skylight and a stainless steel sink for a more modern look.
Interested in the Jayco Alante? Find yours here today!
MSRP: $118,650
The Precision 27XPS is 29-feet long and has a gross vehicle weight rating of 18,000 pounds. This Class A has enough room to house up to five people and is perfect for RVers of any lifestyle.
Interior features include a 10-inch touch screen radio with AM/FM Radio with Bluetooth Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Link which allows you to have the music of your choosing at the touch of a button. There is also a King Jack TV and radio antenna, charging station, reclining and swivel pilot seats and pleated privacy shades. This model does not have a removable pedestal table in the cab, like its counterparts in this blog, for extra eating space.
The exterior of this RV includes power entry single step stairs, deadbolt lock entry door, power patio awning, slide-out room awnings and exterior Bluetooth TV audio speakers to entertain while grilling out or relaxing outside at a campsite.
The kitchen offers all stainless-steel appliances such as a range hood with light, double-door 10-cubic-foot refrigerator, high-rise kitchen faucet, three-burner range with a glass cover and microwave oven. There is also a counter extension for more prep room. Plus, a decorative backsplash that ties the kitchen area together. And with plenty of storage space above and under the couch, RVers won't have to make tough decisions about what to take with them on their next camping trip.
The bedroom has a walk-around queen-sized bed with an upgraded mattress and overhead cabinets. Also, in the bedroom are two wardrobes and a cabinet dedicated to a CPAP machine, but could also be used as extra storage space.
The bathroom has a power bath vent, skylight over the shower, stainless-steel sink and a retractable shower door that prevents water from spilling onto the floor when opening and closing it.
Interested in the Pursuit 27XPS? Find yours here today!
MSRP: $179,613
The Adventurer 29B is 30-feet, 1-inch long and has a gross vehicle weight rating of 18,000 pounds. This Class A has a sleeping capacity of up to five people and showcases a range of features that are great for any RV lifestyle.
Similar to the Winnebago Vista 27PE, this RV also offers two-position armrests and fixed lumbar supports for the driver and passenger's maximum comfort.
In addition to these features, there is also a seven-inch Bluetooth multimedia radio/rearview/side view monitoring system with touchscreen MP3 Input, SiriusXM-ready, AUX, USB, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. This system allows you to not only have a better view of your surroundings while driving, but also listen to any of your music in the process.
Also, similar to some of the RVs we’ve already talked about, this RV has powered blackout roller shades for the front windshield and manual roller shades for the driver and passenger side windows. In addition, this RV includes a convenience tray and a removable pedestal table, great for even more dining space when entertaining.
The exterior of this RV offers automatic entry doorsteps, porch light, lighted storage compartments, leash tie-down and an assist handle. A special exterior feature included in this RV is a tailgate package refrigerator, three-drawer cabinet, LED lighting, stainless steel sink, wall-mounted bottle opener, garbage bag holder and a paper towel holder. These make sitting outside watching your favorite team an even more pleasurable experience.
The kitchen offers a double stainless-steel sink with a bamboo cover, microwave/convection oven with touch controls, solid surface countertops, 10-cubic-foot stainless-steel double door refrigerator and pantry baskets.
The bedroom is sectioned off with a room divider curtain for privacy. It houses a king bed with a headboard, foam mattress and storage beneath it for blankets, pillows or any other items needed for RV travel.
The spacious bathroom has everything you need with even more with a shower with a flexible showerhead and textured glass door, a skylight, medicine cabinet, tissue holder, wall mirror and powered ventilator fan.
Interested in the Winnebago Adventurer 29B? Find yours here today.
Even though these motorhomes are not 40-feet long, they still pack quite a few features and amenities into the space and you won’t feel like you are missing out at the campsite when opting for a smaller model.
Interested in seeing more Class As? Check out our blog on affordable Class A motorhomes here.
Want to see Class A RVs that offer more sleeping space? Check out this blog on the top Class As with bunkhouses.