RVs, or recreational vehicles, are more than just a means to a destination; in some cases, they are the destination or the highlight of your next adventure. Whether you’re looking for alternative housing or a way to explore the outdoors with some homey comforts like A/C and a decently sized bed, the RVs on this list are top of the line.
There are three classifications of motorized RVs:
Class A RVs, the biggest RVs, are fully equipped and the most like home. They can be luxurious and pricey. They don’t require a special license to drive. They range from 21 to 45 feet long.Class B RVs, the smallest class of RVs, are also called campervans. They’re ideal for weekend getaways. They range from 17 to 19 feet long. They don’t require a special license to drive.Class C RVs, the middle-of-the-road RVs, are more cost-effective, albeit smaller, than Class A. They don’t require a special license to drive, and they range from 20 to 31 feet.
Towable RVs are a different type entirely and consist of folding trailers, travel trailers, and fifth-wheel trailers. They need to be attached to a vehicle capable of towing them.
Here are the best RVs for camping, adventure, and more, suited to every budget and need.
Type: Class ALength: 29’Height of exterior: 12’Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): 16,000 lbs.Sleeping capacity: Up to 6Price: $143,752
Coachmen RV has been making RVs for nearly 60 years and has carved out a reputation for reliability. The Pursuit is one of its most popular Class A motorhome types, and the smallest version (27XPS) comes with a sofa, thermofoil countertops, linoleum throughout, and a dinette. This RV also is well-connected, with an LED TV, pre-wiring for a satellite dish, a charging station for your phone and other electronics, and a 10-inch touchscreen radio enabled with Bluetooth Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Link. The bedroom has shelving and a floor-level bed. Just next to it is a bathroom area with a foot flush toilet and sink and a separate shower with a skylight over it. More: 3D Tour of a Pursuit 27XPS (Ozark Decor/White Velvet Woodgrain) Pros
Stainless steel fridgeCould sleep 4 in a pinchBunk over cab63" sofaBluetooth connectivity
Cons
Can be difficult to locate a new version of this model
Type: Travel trailerLength: 19'8"Height of exterior (with A/C): 10'5"Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): 4,995 lbs.Sleeping capacity: Up to 3Price: Starts at $20,663
This light travel trailer RV can be towed by most midsized vehicles and has a farmhouse-like interior. You can swap that out for a vintage washed grey if you’d prefer. There’s LED lighting throughout, cold crack-resistant vinyl flooring, a three-burner cooktop with a glass cover, a microwave, and screwed and glued cabinetry. The bathroom has a plastic foot flush toilet and a skylight and a roof vent. Jayco offers solar prep, or solar panels, on all of its RV models. You easily can install solar panels for your next camping adventure. The exterior is durable, including a Magnum Truss roof, which can withstand up to 4,500 pounds, and stronghold vacuum-bond lamination walls that use vacuum bonding to combine fiberglass and aluminum. The RV has LED lighting, rear and side camera prep, steel wheel wells, and 16-inch tires. Despite the low weight, this RV comes with a 14,500 BTU A/C. More: 3D Tour of the 2021 model of the Jay Feather 166FBS Pros
Magnum Truss roofVacuum-bond lamination wallsMaxxair roof vent14,500 BTU A/CG20 dark tinted windows
Cons
Have to tow this to your vehicle, which is an added expense
Type: Class CLength: 24'1" - 32'8"Height of exterior: 11'0" - 11'2"Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): 12,500 lbs. - 14,500 lbs.Sleeping capacity: 4-7Price: From $118,350
The Thor Four Winds is a range of Class C motorhomes that are perfect for family camping. The 22E model starts at $118,350. All models come with a fiberglass exterior, a vacuum-bond laminated roof, walls and floors with block foam insulation, and an 8,000-pound trailer hitch. The dashboard inside is modern, with a 7-inch touchscreen radio with a backup monitor. You can plug-and-play for smaller models, or use Android Auto and Apple CarPlay for the 31-foot models. The inside has 84-inch high ceilings, vinyl flooring found in residences, a hard vinyl ceiling, a ceiling ducted A/C system, a cab-over sleeping area, wireless charging on the dinette table top, USB charging, and LED lighting throughout. The child-specific features include a single child safety tether in the dinette and a cab-over child safety net. The bedroom has more charging outlets and the bathroom has a skylight and a foot flush toilet. For entertainment, these motorhomes are cable TV ready, with a satellite mounting backer on the roof. Pros
Dashboard with a 7-inch touchscreen radioThe 31-foot models have Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, while the smaller models have plug-and-play capabilitiesComes prepped for solar power, has a power controllerSingle child safety tetherVacuum-bond laminated roof, walls, and floors with block foam insulation
Cons
Smaller models lose out on desirable perks, like Apple CarPlay
Type: Class ALength: 43'10"Height of exterior: 13'1"Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): Around 35,000 lbs.Sleeping capacity: 4 - 7Price: Starts at $431,709
This diesel class A RV is a cut above the rest in both price and features. The diesel engine allows for up to 400 horsepower. Every model comes with adaptive steering as the standard option. The foundation is made of steel, which ensures a stable, quiet ride. There are driver and passenger seats with lumbar support, six-way power, and footrests. If you want to work from the road, the passenger seat comes with a workstation. This is an extremely livable option that includes for a washer/dryer with a corresponding cabinet. The 5.6-inch dash radio comes with a Harman/JBL 180 watt sound system, and next to the seats are wireless charging ports. The living room has a 50-inch Samsung LED 4K TV, and there’s a desk with a chair, too. The Ventana has a cargo liner, ⅝-inch floor decking, and ⅝-inch bead foam. It’s covered by a fiberglass roof with an integrated gutter rail. The dimensions above are specific to the 4326 model, but you can go shorter, lighter, and cheaper if you like. Pros
Insulated floors with a polyethylene moisture barrierInsulated fiberglass roof with vapor barrier Exterior storage and showerFlip-up bunk
Cons
Pricey
Type: Fifth-wheelLength: 32'2"Height of exterior: 13'4"Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): 11,081 lbs.Sleeping capacity: 4Price: Starts at $85,471
This luxury fifth-wheeler model can sleep eight people for under $100k, depending on which model you choose. The cheapest option, the 281CK, sleeps up to four and is well suited for full-time living. The standard comes with a king bed, a fireplace, a hide-a-bed sofa, a range with a glass top, a shower, a toilet and a sink, washer/dryer prep, wardrobes, dressers, and plenty of storage. If you’re in a cold location, be sure to add the four-season package. Including it means that the RV can withstand zero-degree weather for a minimum of 48 hours – and it can withstand hotter temperatures with a quiet A/C and air filtration system. My favorite feature of the Keystone Montana is the living room – with a fireplace and TV above it and the sofa across from it. It looks like the perfect place to unwind. There’s also ample storage space located everywhere from underneath the bed to beneath the sofa to the dressers and wardrobes. Pros
Ample storage and sleeping spaceFireplaceWardrobe to store a washer/dryer
Cons
This is a fifth-wheel RV, so it needs to be pulled behind a truck, which could be an added expense
Water damage can affect most RVs over time, so try to look out for signs of it before it becomes a problem. You also can apply a sealant every year to the roof as a preventative measure.
