One of the biggest concerns for most new RV drivers is how difficult it will be to drive. However, with proper preparation and practice, most find that driving an RV is more manageable than they initially feared, especially when they choose an easier-to-drive option.
The easiest RV to drive is a Class B RV, as it’s the closest in size and weight to the car you’re already used to driving, it’s pretty much like driving a really big van.
But if you’re thinking about buying an RV and want the absolute easiest RVs to drive, keep reading as we give our top 8 picks for the easiest RVs to drive on the market today.
Easiest RVs to Drive: Separated by RV Class
While the Class B RV is the easiest RV to drive, due to its shorter length/wheelbase, lighter weight, better aerodynamics, and lack of tow vehicle, it’s not always the best fit for all campers due to its smaller size, lack of interior space, and minimal sleeping capacity.
So we separated the easiest RVs to drive into the three main classes of motorhomes. That way no matter the size of your family or your particular needs, you’ll be able to find a camper that’s easy to drive.
Easiest Class B RVs to Drive:
While Class B RVs, in general, are going to be the easiest to drive, there are still certain models that stand out from the crowd for their drivability.
So to start things off, let’s take a look at our top picks for the easiest Class B RVs to drive.
1. Winnebago Travato
The Winnebago Travato is one of the easiest RVs to drive on the road today and it also happens to be one of the cheapest as well. The Travato’s short and compact 21-foot length and 159-inch wheelbase make it easy to navigate tight corners and turns in the campervan.
While the Travato certainly weighs more than your average vehicle, with a gross vehicle weight rating of 9,350 pounds, it’s surprisingly nimble and feels very solid while driving.
Also, despite the fact that the Winnebago Travato is over 9 feet tall, there is very little body roll or sway when cornering, thanks to the robust and stable Ram ProMaster chassis.
Why the Winnebago Travato is Easy to Drive:
- The shorter 21-foot length makes it easier to maneuver and turn in tight spaces
- A shorter 159-inch wheelbase provides a tighter turning radius
- Stiff and robust Ram Promaster suspension reduces body roll and sway
- Lighter weight allows for better braking and shorter stopping distances
- High-mount headlights improve nighttime visibility
- Includes Uconnect TomTom GPS System with integrated mapping to keep you on track
- Ram high mount rear view camera provides improved rear visibility
- Electronic stability control helps to maintain the steering path
- Equipped with four-wheel ABS brakes for safer and more controlled braking
2. Coachmen Beyond
Another easy Class B RV to drive is the Coachmen Beyond, which is built on the Ford Transit 350 Chasis.
While the length of this campervan is about a foot longer than the Winnebago Travato at 22 feet 2 inches its shorter 148-inch wheelbase is super easy to turn and maneuver. Because of this shorter wheelbase and longer length though it can be problematic when entering or exiting steeper grades.
When seated in the driver’s seat of this nimble class B RV you have excellent driver visibility and thanks to the Ford Sync 3 navigation and infotainment system it’s easy to stay on course and know what’s behind you, thanks to the standard rear backup camera.
This RV also has a gross vehicle weight rating of only 10,360 pounds, which makes the Coachmen Beyond very easy to handle, maneuver, and stop. And thanks to its robust suspension and dual rear wheels, the RV has a very solid and stable feel while driving down the road.
Why the Coachmen Beyond is Easy to Drive:
- The shorter 22-feet 2-inch length makes turning and maneuvering easier
- A shorter 148-inch wheelbase allows for a best-in-class turning radius
- Ford Sync 3 Infotainment System provides navigation and a rear backup camera
- Robust 350 Transit chassis and suspension provide excellent stability and control
- Lighter weight reduces body roll and allows for shorter stopping distances
- Equipped with front and rear disk brakes with ABS for easier and more controlled stopping
- 7-foot width makes it easier to stay in the lane and see down the sides of the RV
3. Winnebago Boldt
Another excellent choice, if you’re looking for an easy-to-drive class B RV, is the Winnebago Boldt, which sits on the premium and sought-after Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van chassis.
While there’s nothing cheap about the Winnebago Boldt, thanks in large part to the premium Sprinter van chassis, when it comes to features that make it easier and safer to drive, it’s hard to beat the Boldt. Mainly thanks to the slew of high-tech gadgetry that comes equipped standard on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter including adaptive cruise control, braking assist, lane assist, blind-spot assistance, and crosswind assist.
But it’s not just the high-tech features of the Winnebago Boldt that make it easy to drive, because just like other Class Bs, thanks to the shorter wheelbase and overall length of the Boldt, it makes it much easier to drive compared to larger motorhomes.
And like the Winnebago Travato, the Boldt also has a very solid feel while driving and even has a 4×4 option for the ultimate in traction and drivability.
Why the Winnebago Boldt is Easy to Drive:
- The shorter 22-foot 9-inch length makes it easier to turn and reduces blind spots
- A shorter 170-inch wheelbase allows for a tighter turning radius
- Premium Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Chasis provides a very solid and stable drive
- Numerous high-tech safety features including adaptive cruise control, braking assist, lane assist, blind-spot assistance, and crosswind assist
- Integrated GPS keeps you on course
- Hands-free calling reduces distractions
Easiest Class C RVs to Drive:
Even though class C RVs are somewhat bigger and more challenging to drive compared to class B RVs, there are actually many smaller class C RVs on the road today that are pretty easy to drive.
Including our top picks below, which are some of the smallest and easiest class C motorhomes to drive.
4. Coachmen Cross Trail
Our first choice for the easiest class C RV to drive is the Coachmen Cross Trail, a relatively new entrant in the Class B+/Class C RV world.
The Coachmen Cross Trail does an excellent job of blurring the line between a Class B and Class C RV, as the motorhome is straightforward to handle on the road much like a Class B but still offers plenty of room and comfort.
The Cross Trail comes in several different lengths and trim levels/floorplans.
One of our favorite versions of this RV is the Coachmen Cross Trail 21XG as it fully embodies the class C RV room and comfort while maintaining a relatively small footprint and weight. Making the camper super easy to drive.
The Coachmen Cross Trail 21XG is only 24-feet 2-inches long with a wheelbase of 156 inches and a gross vehicle weight rating of 11,000 pounds.
Which isn’t much bigger than many class B RVs. Making this smaller class C RV easy to handle and navigate on the road.
Why the Coachmen Cross Trek is Easy to Drive:
- A shorter length of 24 feet 3 inches reduces blind spots and makes turning easier
- A shorter 158-inch wheelbase allows for a tighter turning radius
- 11,000 pound gross vehicle weight rating makes the RV easy to handle and brake
- Rear nack-up camera allows for easy backing
- Solid suspension and chassis provides a solid and stable feel
5. Winnebago View
Another Class C that’s easy to drive but still provides plenty of room and comfort is the Winnebago View, which is built on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis.
This class C, at only 25 feet 6 inches long makes it easy to handle on the road and also easy to park and maneuver, once you’ve reached your campsite.
In addition, this RV is under 8 feet in width, which is pretty good for a class C, making it easier to stay in the lane and see down the sides of the RV while driving.
And because it’s built on the premium Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis, it has tons of high-tech features that make it easy to drive and navigate while traveling.
Why the Winnebago View is Easy to Drive:
- Medium length of 25 feet 6 inches makes it easy to navigate and park
- Smaller 7-foot 6-inch width makes it easy to stay in the lane and allows for easy viewing down the RV
- Premium Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Chassis provides a very stable and solid feel while driving
- Integrated GPS keeps you on track
- Numerous high-tech safety features including adaptive cruise control, braking assist, lane assist, blind-spot assistance, and crosswind assist.
6. Thor Motor Coach Four Winds
The industry standard for an easy class C RV to drive has been the Thor Motor Coach Four Winds for years.
While this RV does come in varying lengths and sizes with some models over 30 feet long, if you’re looking for the ultimate in driving ease, stick to the smaller models of this RV, including the 19Z, the 22B, and the 22E.
These are the shortest and ligthest models available, making them very easy to drive and handle while going down the road.
Also, thanks to their respectable wheelbase lengths, this class C has an excellent turning radius, making it a breeze to turn and park.
Why the Thor Motor Coach Four Winds is Easy to Drive:
- The shorter models of this RV, including the 19Z, the 22B, and the 22E reduce blind spots and make turning easier
- A shorter 158-inch and 159-inch wheelbase on the 22B and 22E models allows for a tighter turning radius making it a breeze to park and maneuver into place
- Standard back-up camera makes parking and backing much simpler
Easist Class A RVs to Drive:
No one is going to get a Class A and B confused, or say that a Class A is as easy to drive as a Class B. However, there are some shorter and smaller class A RVs that are still pretty easy to drive.
7. Thor Motor Coach Axis
The Thor Motor Coach Axis is one of the shortest class A RVs on the road today, as well as one of the most unique and easy to drive.
This Class A RV blurs the line between a Class A and Class C motorhome, as the Axis is designed to look and feel like a standard Class A but is built on a smaller Class C truck chassis. Making it one of the most compact and easy-to-drive class A RVs out there.
The Thor Axis comes in four different models, including the 24.1, 24.3, 25.6, and 27.7 but the two easiest models to drive are the 24.1 and the 24.3, as they are the shortest in length, coming in at only 25 feet 6 inches.
They are also the lightest with a gross vehicle weight rating of only 12,500 pounds, which is pretty incredible when you consider that most Class A RVs start at around 15,000 pounds and can weigh over 30,000 pounds.
Why the Thor Axis Class A RV is Easy to Drive:
- Built on a lighter and easier to handle Class C truck chassis instead of a standard bus chasis
- Large Class A windshield provides excellent visitibly
- The shorter length of the smaller trim levels makes it easier to turn and navigate
- 12,500 pound gross vehicle weight rating on the smaller models makes the RV easier to handle and brake
- Built on the tried and true Ford E-Series Chassis providing a very dependable and solid feel
- Standard back-up camera makes parking and backing super easy
8. Thor Motor Coach Vegas
Similar to the Thor Axis the Thor Vegas is another smaller class A RV that’s easy to drive and handle especially when compared to larger class A motorhomes.
Like the Thor Axis, the Thor Vegas is a hybrid between a Class A and a Class C RV. Because you get the overall look and feel of a Class A motorhome including the standard large front windshield, while also getting the smaller length and width of a Class C RV. Allowing this RV to provide the best of both worlds when it comes to ease of drivability.
The Thor Motor Coach Vegas also comes in several trim levels, including the 24.1, the 24.3, the 25.6, and the 27.7.
But if you’re looking for the best in drivability, stick with the shorter models, like the 24.1 and the 24.3, which have an overall length of only 25-feet 6 inches.
Why the Thor Vegas is Easy to Drive:
- Large Class A windshield provides excellent visitibly while driving
- The shorter length and lighter weight of the smaller trim levels offer easy driving and maneuverability
- Built on the tried and true Ford E-Series Chasis providing a very dependable and solid feel
- Standard back-up camera makes parking and backing simple and easy
Additional RV Resources:
- Top 7 Safest RVs to Drive: Safety Reviews
- Is It Hard to Drive a Class A RV? What You Need to Know
- 12 Best Small Motorhomes (Small in Size, Big on Comfort)
Recent Posts
The 15 Best National Parks for RV Camping (According to RVers)
With 63 national parks, it can be tough to decide which to visit. For instance, should you check out the geothermal wonders of Yellowstone or the towering red rocks of Arches? To help with this...
Here's the thing, while most of us are pretty good about checking tire pressure, some RV maintenance tasks often get overlooked. Because of this, I wanted to share some of the most commonly...