Downsizing from a Class A to a Class C Motorhome

Downsizing from a Class A to a Class C Motorhome
See some of the struggles and benefits of this RV transition.

Phil and Stacy of Today is Someday have been traveling in a Class A 35-ft motorhome for multiple years, but they have been curious about the smaller RV life and wanted to challenge themselves to give it a try by testing out a 25-ft Winnebago View.

In the two videos below, you can get their initial impressions of downsizing to a smaller RV - including some of the challenges and perks. Plus, in the follow-up video, learn what they liked most about traveling in the Class C Winnebago View 24T and if they will be downsizing permanently!

You can also see their experience joining in the Winnebago family fun at Camp Winnebago here.

Class A to Class C RV Downsizing Insights

The video below shares Phil and Stacy's first impressions of moving from their older Class A Tiffin to a brand-new Class C Winnebago View. Although they definitely found it challenging to fit all of their belongings in a smaller space, they were excited to be more nimble and try out all the new technology in the Winnebago View 24T. 

They immediately noticed that the kitchen area is similar in counterspace to their Class A, the bathroom is actually bigger, and they were overall impressed with the floorplan! See more ...

Watch their tour of the Winnebago View 24T on Instagram! Plus, see a more detailed review from the Newstate Nomads here.

Pros and Cons of Downsizing from a Class A to a Class C RV

After six weeks of RVing in the Winnebago View 24T, Phil and Stacy share an update on what they thought of downsizing from a Class A to a Class C motorhome as well as some of the specific perks of the Winnebago View 24T.

Pros of Downsizing to a Class C:

• Lower Fuel Costs
• Ability to Use Normal Gas Stations
• Fewer Spaces Needed to Park
• More Camping and Boondocking Options
• One Slideout Means Faster and Easier Setup

Cons of Downsizing to a Class C:

• Smaller Water and Waste Tanks
• Not Having a Washer/Dryer on Board
• Less Personal Space 

(Note: In this specific 24T floorplan, the murphy bed setup meant the bed was also in the living area which wasn't an ideal fit for a couple on different sleep schedules. However, other Winnebago View and Class C floorplans do have separate sleeping and living spaces!)

Watch their full recap to see if they are going to switch to a Class C:

It took some time to adjust and reorganize, but Phil and Stacy were able to get used to their new smaller space and look forward to trying out other floorplans and options!

If you are looking for your first or next RV, they suggest you get out there and see the options in person, go on test drives, and really do your research as to what will work best for the RV travel lifestyle you are hoping for. Consider how you will be using the space before choosing your RV since not all floorplans work for everyone.

This article gives some great tips for choosing the best RV for you!

Top Perks of RVing in a New Winnebago View

As mentioned in the video, there were some specific features of the new Winnebago View 24T that made RV life extra enjoyable. Here are the top three perks Phil and Stacy shared:

1. Winnebago Connect
Getting to experience the new Winnebago Connect intuitive RV technology was a huge highlight of RVing in the Winnebago View. They found the system easy to use inside or while away from the rig.

Learn more about the Winnebago Connect.

2. Load Shedding
The Winnebago View automatically manages the electrical loads. For example, the system will temporarily turn off the A/C to power the microwave to avoid electrical issues (like popping breakers, etc.). It senses your power needs and knows what to shutoff to avoid problems!

3. Easy to Drive
Stacy doesn't usually drive their Class A, but she was comfortable driving the Class C Winnebago View and would be able to help split the driving if they decided to RV in a smaller rig long-term.