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Picking the Right Class of Motorhome

There are tons of RVs of all shapes and sizes on the road, so how are you supposed to figure out which one is right for you? Well if you're interested in motorhomes, check out this quick guide to the pros and cons to each class of motorhome, and maybe it will help you narrow down your options! If you want to see what these different vehicle types have to offer up close, come in and see us at RVs Northwest near Spokane, Washington; proudly serving the areas of Post Falls, Lewiston, and Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.

Class A Motorhomes

Class A motorhomes are the largest RVs on the road. With large powerful engines, massive floorplans, and some of the most impressive amenities, these RVs have some awesome perks, and some drawbacks too.

First, as mentioned, these RVs are great if you want lots of room to spread out. Class A RVs can easily exceed 40 feet in length, which gives you lots of room to stretch your legs. The flip side of this advantage is that their size can make Class As more difficult to drive for travellers who aren't used to larger vehicles.

Because of the size of their engines, Class A motorhomes are typically rated to tow a significant load behind them. This means that you can easily bring an extra car along on your trip so you won't have to use your Class A for your grocery runs. Again, the disadvantage this presents is keeping a Class A on the road can be more expensive because of fuel costs.

Class B Motorhomes

Class B motorhomes are compact and tightly designed so you can enjoy a flexible travel experience. As the smallest class of motorhome, Class B models have some great advantages, but suffer from several disadvantages as well.

Class B motorhomes are compact, typically built on the chassis of a large van. Because of this accessible size, many drivers will feel comfortable as soon as they get behind the wheel. This size leads to the primary disadvantage of a Class B as well: limited living space. While you're able to maneuver through town more comfortably, sleeping more than four people in a Class B is almost impossible.

Class B motorhomes are much more efficient compared to Class A and Class C models, allowing you to stretch your fuel economy and make your dollar go farther. Unfortunately, this also means that Class B motorhomes typically lack the power to tow another full vehicle behind, so you'll need that efficiency when you use your Class B to get around.

Class C Motorhomes

Class C RVs achieve a balance between the strengths and weaknesses of Class A and Class B RVs. These motorhomes have the amenities and size to handle longer trips, while remaining compact enough to move and travel easily.

A Class C RV is typically built on a heavy duty truck chassis, allowing these vehicles to produce plenty of power. For this reason, you can often tow a small car or crossover behind your RV. This can be handy, as larger Class C motorhomes will face the same challenge as a Class A in that maneuvering around tight spaces can be difficult, so you'll want to have an extra vehicle around for driving in town.

Class C motorhomes also feature a wide range of amenities, ranging from family friendly layouts with plenty of sleeping spaces, to luxury coaches that include large living areas for lounging around. While these interiors can be very comfortable, you'll never have as much space as a Class A, and your operating costs will be higher than a Class B.

Whether you're set on a big Class A, still making your mind up about a compact Class B, or just want to take a look at a Class C, you can find all of these types of motorhomes, as well as plenty of other types of RVs, at RVs Northwest near Spokane, Washington, proudly serving Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, and Lewiston, Idaho.