The RV industry has seen unprecedented growth between 2020-2022. That means new enthusiasts are joining the ranks of seasoned RVers.
Life in an RV is a new adventure each day. And you’re ready to get started. But where do you go about buying an RV?
First, you’ve got to decide what adventures you’re seeking and who you want to enjoy them with. Once you know the who and the where, you can identify what best fits your RV lifestyle.
After you know what you’re looking for, it’s time to start shopping. For some inspiration, check out our list of the top 10 must-see RVs of 2024.
How to Choose the Best RV in 2024
To figure out which is the best RV for you, you need to know how you plan to use it.
- What are your expectations?
- How many people does it need to accommodate?
- How much gear are you hauling inside your camper?
- What’s your budget?
That’s what you need to know. But there are also some preferences for you to think about.
- What RV class fits your recreational style?
- Do you prefer a towable RV or a drivable RV?
- Do you already have a vehicle that can tow a travel trailer or fifth wheel?
- Do you prefer conventional diesel generators or an all-electric model?
The Different Types of RVs and Their Best Uses
Before you start scoping out specific RV models, you’ll need to understand the basics, namely the different types of RVS: drivable RVs and towable RVs.
By understanding the pros and cons of each RV class/type, you’ll be able to narrow down your search. For example, if you value space and have a generous budget to work with, knowing that Class A RVs are the most spacious motorhome type will help you apply the right filters when browsing online RV marketplaces.
Class A RVs
Class As are those RVs that look like buses. They have more luxury features like a full kitchen and bath, and a grand design inside that offers more space and storage that accommodates more people. They also have a good towing capacity to bring a smaller vehicle along.
Class B/B+ RVs
Class B RVs are your typical camper van. Their ability to go anywhere a car can go, makes Class B/B+ RVs the ultimate adventure van. It provides enough space for essentials like eating, sleeping, and gear. Floor plans and accessories vary, but you’ll have a small kitchenette and maybe an outdoor shower.
Class C RVs
A class C blends the best of both worlds. It has more interior space, a full bathroom, and usually a full kitchen. But it’s not as long or boxy as the class A, so it can go more places and even do some mild off-roading.
Towable RVs
Fifth Wheels
Fifth wheels are longer trailers (35-45 ft) that require a gooseneck hitch on the tow vehicle. Most fifth wheels have a high GVWR meaning you can haul things like ATVs, jet skis, and motorcycles.
Travel Trailers
Travel trailers range from 8-45 ft and are less expensive and easier to maintain than their drivable counterparts. The pop up and teardrop designs are great for weekend camping because they fit almost any campsite. And they’re super easy to maintain. The larger trailers have all the comforts of home and are suitable for full time living.
Now that you’ve got an idea of what each type of RV is good for, take a look at our top picks for 2024 starting with the best RVs for families…
Best RVs for Large Families in 2024
One thing to remember is that these RVs come with different floor plans, so you can add accessories like bunk beds or outdoor entertainment centers that fit your RV life best.
1. Newmar Bay Star Sport
RV Type: Class A
The Newmar Bay Star Sport is a luxurious RV running on a Ford F-series class A motorhome chassis.
You can cook for your crowd in your kitchen equipped with a Norcold refrigerator, a convection microwave, and a three-burner range with an oven.
Bath time is a breeze with a full bath shower surround. There’s also plenty of storage for towels with a linen closet right there in the bathroom. This RV comes with a water heater bypass system and a water-on-demand system.
It also has ducted heat and comes with a central air conditioner plus driver and passenger overhead fans.
Additional Specs and Features:
- Accommodates 6-7 people
- 40kV Cummins generator
- Two 12-volt house batteries
- 45 Amp conductors
- LED interior lighting
- Assist handle at entrance
- 26,000-pound GCWR
- 3,115lb to 4,215lb of NCC
2. Thor Four Winds
RV Type: Class C
The Thor Four Winds is a class C RV, which makes it a more economical purchase if you’re looking for an occasional camp out with the family. And it gets creative with sleeping space by including a bunk over the cab area.
Oh the places you can go because with the solar charging unit you don’t have to hook up to power. The sun charges your RV.
The dry bath and full kitchen with a full-sized fridge and microwave make it feel like you never left home.
Additional Specs and Features:
- Accommodates 4-7 sleepers
- Ford E-series chassis
- 100 watt solar charging for boondocking
- Assist handle at entrance
- 12,500-14,500 pound GVWR
- 30.9-100.8 cu. ft. of exterior storage
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3. Tiffin Open Road Allegro
RV Type: Class A
This large family-oriented RV, the Open Road Allegro, comes with a Spyder multiplex system in the interior with automatic safety features to control your lights, gray and black tank levels, LPG levels, and generator status.
The Tiffin Open Road Allegro has plenty of space to spread out with a rear bedroom slide and a front passenger slide. The dinette also converts into a bed, making it the perfect fit for a family of four or more.
Additional Specs and Features:
- Accommodates 3-7 people
- 6-speed automatic overdrive with tow and haul mode
- Tanks with a capacity for 70 gallons of fresh water, 50 for black water, and 66 for gray water
- Two 6V house batteries
- Water filtration and heating bypass systems
- 110V converter integrated with an inverter
- Extraordinaire™ Cooling System ducted supply air and return air
4. Class A Thor Palazzo Motorhome
RV Type: Class A
What if you kids want to bring a friend – or two? The 2024 Palazzo motorhome sleeps nine which makes it perfect for families who need a lot of sleeping space.
Your full kitchen functions just like yours at home with a residential-grade microwave oven, refrigerator, and electric induction cooktop.
Additional Features and Specs:
- Accommodates 9 sleepers
- 90 gallons of fuel capacity
- Tanks with a capacity for 90 gallons of fresh water, 40 gallons of waste, and grey water
- 35,000 BTU furnace
- 126 cubic feet of exterior storage
- 10,000 lbs hitch weight carrying
- On-demand water heating system
- 30,000 GCWR
Best RVs For Camping in 2024
1. Thor Sanctuary Sprinter
RV Type: Class B
It’s small but mighty with the 3.0-liter diesel engine and 325 lb/ft of torque that can conquer rough terrains.
This class B has everything you need in a basecamp. A dual burner gas top, stainless steel sink, convection microwave, and fold-out exterior table make cooking your own meals easy. The overhead bins offer plenty of personal storage, while under the bed allows for larger gear items like cookers or backpacks.
Additional Specs and Features:
- Truma Combi heating system
- 24 gallons of fuel capacity
- 2.64-gallon water heater
- Sleeping capacity of two
- MBUX Mercedes infotainment interface
- Tow capacity 3,500 lbs
2. Leisure Travel Vans Serenity
RV Type: Class C
This is the adventure van that can take your friends with you. Leisure Travel Vans are luxurious and functional.
The interior boasts ultra-leather seats, including a sofa that folds into a corner bed. The Serenity model comes with a functional dinette that can be a bedroom or a workstation.
This RV can fit four people comfortably thanks to the no-stress foldable beds and a queen-sized bed in the bedroom area. There’s even an additional cargo slide out for bikes and other camping gear.
Additional Specs and Features:
- Sleeps 4
- 10-inch smart monitor
- 2-year full support for towing, concierge services, and fuel boost
- 7-speed automatic transmission
- Front collision impact assist, lane-keeping assist, and beam and traffic light assist
- 15-gallon propane tank
- 24-gallon water tanAGM 6-volt batteries
3. Winnebago EKKO
RV Type: Class C
Winnebago is built on the AWD Ford Transit chassis. It is powered by a V6 3.5L engine with a horsepower of 310 and 400 lb/ft torque.
The Winnebago EKKO is great for off-grid traveling with a 50-gallon water tank. The three 445-watt solar panels and an alternator function as an alternative charging system that makes the EKKO model great for long-distance travel.
It also comes with standard safety features such as adaptive cruise control, pre-collision braking, and driver alert.
Additional Specs and Features:
- 31-gallon fuel tank capacity
- 50-gallon fresh water tank
- 3-point seatbelts for the dinette
- 11,000 lbs of GVWR
- 5-gallon cassette toilet
- Adaptive cruise control
4. 2024 Living Vehicle HD
RV Type: Towable RV
The Living Vehicle is an all-solar-powered RV that doesn’t need to be plugged in, which makes it perfect for long-distance travelers. The Living Vehicle 2024 model includes an 80-pound propane tank and 1.3-3.5 kW of solar power.
The motorhome comes with a removable kitchen Island, a fold-down patio, and 4500 pounds of carrying capacity to maximize space.
The 2024 Living Vehicle is pet-friendly with waterproof and scratch-friendly flooring. There’s also a dedicated food area for your pet and a waterproof outdoor deck for pet bathing.
Additional Specs and Features:
- All-aluminum cabinetry
- 100-gallon fresh water tank, 65 gallons greywater tank, and a 45-gallon tank for black water
- A keyless combination lock and floor-mounted lock
- Video doorbell and remote camera viewing
- 228 ft3 of storage space
- GVWR of 16,000
- Cargo capacity of 4500 pounds
Best RVs for Road Trips for 2024
1. Jayco Eagle 332BOK Travel Trailer
RV Type: Towable RV
The Jayco Eagle comes with four sleeping areas and three slides. And with 40 feet to work with, it creates plenty of space for friends and family.
The 2024 Jayco travel trailer comes with double-layer batt insulation for the ceiling and floor and a 35,000 BTU furnace.
There is lots of pass-through storage with slam latch baggage doors in the Jayco trailer and even more energy options such as the extra 120v power outlets in the kitchen and side rooms.
Additional Specs and Features:
- 2V A/V system with Bluetooth® and HDMI®
- 3125 lbs of hitch weight
- 75 gallons for fresh water, 11 gallons for gray water, and 32.5 gallons for the black water tank
- 11995 lbs of GCWR
- Gas/electric water heater
2. 2024 Coachmen RV Cross Trail 23XG
RV Type: Class C
Built on a Ford Motor chassis, the 23XG comes with a 3000-watt inverter and a roof solar panel. That means more power when you need it.
The Coachmen Cross Trail 23XG comes with extra-large countertops and a three-way refrigerator. The 400 amp hour AGM gives you more time off the grid, and the 10-speed automatic overdrive with SelectShift transmission allows for more fuel efficiency.
Additional Specs and Features:
- 12500 GVWR
- 50-gallon fresh water and 31-gallon black water tanks
- 16-foot power awning
- 55-gallon fuel tank
- Alert mode and assist functionality
3. Tiburon® Luxury Sprinter RV
RV Type: Class C
Built on a Ford Motor chassis, the 23XG comes with a 3000-watt inverter and a roof solar panel. That means more power when you need it.
The Coachmen Cross Trail 23XG comes with extra-large countertops and a three-way refrigerator. The 400 amp hour AGM gives you more time off the grid, and the 10-speed automatic overdrive with SelectShift transmission allows for more fuel efficiency.
Additional Specs and Features:
- Sleeps 3-4
- 68 lbs LPG
- 30-gallon tank for freshwater and 38-gallon black/gray water tanks
- 5000 hitch weight rating
- A furnace of 30,000 BTU
- 26 gallons fuel capacity
- 11,030 lbs GVWR
Find a Safe Storage Space for Your RVs for 2024
Something else to think about before you buy your RV is; where are you going to store it? Do you have space in your yard? Does your HOA allow RVs stored on your property?
You may need to find an alternative place to store it, and that’s where Neighbor.com, the peer-to-peer storage marketplace, can help.
Neighbor.com is a peer-to-peer storage marketplace that helps you find convenient, safe, and economical RV storage options near you.
