Differences between Class A, B, and C Motorhomes

If you’re new to RVing or you just want a refresher, here are the differences between Class A, Class B, and Class C motorhomes.

Class A:

• Largest of all other classes
• Built on a commercial bus chassis, a commercial truck chassis, or a motor vehicle chassis
• Resembles a Rockstar tour bus
• Contains slide outs from 1 to 4
• Includes plenty of amenities
  • Washer and dryer
  • King size bed
  • Full-size refrigerator
  • Outside entertainment center
  • Plenty of space
• The size ranges from 21 feet to 45 feet
• Gas or diesel
  • Low fuel economy
• The price ranges from $50,000 to $500,000
• Can tow a small vehicle
• Kind of hard to drive

Class B:

• Also known as camper vans
• Raised roof and dropped floor for headspace
• Resembles an average family car or oversized van
• Contains no slide outs
• Small but offers amenities you can find in your home
  • Kitchen
  • Bathroom
  • Bed
  • Short on space
• The size ranges from 16 feet to 22 feet
• Gas or diesel
  • Better fuel economy
• The price ranges from $60,000 to $150,000

Class C:

• Built on a truck or van chassis with an attached cab section
• A mix between a Class A and a Class B
• Contains slide outs
• Includes luxuries you can find in your home
  • Convertible dinette
  • Outside shower
  • Limited storage space
• Contains an over cab for a bunkbed or storage
• The size ranges from 21 feet to 35 feet
• Gas or diesel
  • Better fuel economy than a Class A but less than a Class B
• The price ranges from $43,000 to $200,000
• Can tow a small vehicle