Cruiser RV Avenir A-32BH vs Jayco Jay Feather Air 19MBS
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
These bunkhouse Travel Trailers price within $428 of each other ($38,115 vs $38,543) but solve different family sizes. The Cruiser RV Avenir A-32BH is a 36'4" flagship family bunkhouse at 7,192 lbs dry, sleeps 10+ across a queen master, dedicated bunk room, and convertible lounge, with dual 4,400 lb axles, 30,000 BTU furnace, Lux Lounge seating, fireplace, residential fridge, and 50W rooftop solar. The Jayco Jay Feather Air 19MBS is a 23'1" ultralight bunkhouse at 4,505 lbs dry, sleeps 8, includes Climate Shield insulation, 11 cu ft residential fridge, tankless water heater, and 200W solar with solar prep.
The Avenir A-32BH gains 13'3" of length and 2,687 lbs of dry weight to add a dedicated bunk room (separating kids from adults) and full-size lounge. The Jay Feather Air 19MBS counters with 200W solar (4x the Avenir's 50W), Climate Shield four-season, and a 5,750 lb GVWR that midsize SUVs can handle.
For Travel Trailer bunkhouse buyers, the Cruiser RV Avenir vs Jayco Jay Feather Air pairing splits cleanly between large-family (Avenir) and ultralight (Jay Feather).
Side-by-side specs
| Cruiser RV Avenir A-32BH | Jayco Jay Feather Air 19MBS | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $38,115 | $38,543 |
| Length | 36'4" | 23'1" |
| Dry weight | 7,192 lbs | 4,505 lbs |
| GVWR | 9,736 lbs | 5,750 lbs |
| Sleeps | 10 | 8 |
| Slides | 1 | 0 |
| Fresh tank | 44 gal | 55 gal |
| Grey tank | 60 gal | 30 gal |
| Black tank | 30 gal | 30 gal |
| LP | 9.4 gal | 40 gal |
| Solar | 50W | 200W |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | — | full |
| Bed | queen | bunks |
| 4-season | No | Yes |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | Yes | Yes |
Where Cruiser RV Avenir A-32BH wins
- Sleeps 10+ vs 8 with dedicated bunk room
- 303 sq ft documented interior
- Dual 4,400 lb axles for stability
- Fireplace and Lux Lounge seating included
- Residential fridge plus 30,000 BTU furnace
Where Jayco Jay Feather Air 19MBS wins
- 2,687 lbs lighter dry weight (4,505 vs 7,192 lbs)
- 13'3" shorter at 23'1" for tight sites
- 200W solar vs 50W on Avenir
- Climate Shield four-season package
- Tankless water heater
Pick the Cruiser RV Avenir A-32BH if…
Pick the Cruiser RV Avenir A-32BH if you have three or four kids and need a dedicated bunk room separating them from the master bedroom. The 36'4" length and 303 sq ft interior give actual room to live, the fireplace and Lux Lounge handle long-stay evenings, and the dual 4,400 lb axles support 2,512 lbs cargo. At $38,115 it's $428 cheaper than the Jay Feather Air 19MBS while delivering twice the interior. Buyers with a 3/4-ton tow vehicle and a family of 6-8 should pick the Avenir A-32BH.
Pick the Jayco Jay Feather Air 19MBS if…
Pick the Jayco Jay Feather Air 19MBS if you tow with a midsize SUV or small truck and have one or two kids in bunks. The 4,505 lb dry weight fits inside most midsize SUV ratings, the 23'1" length backs into compact state-park sites, the Climate Shield package handles shoulder seasons, and 200W solar with solar prep supports off-grid weekends. The tankless water heater stretches showers across multiple guests. At $38,543 it costs $428 more than the Avenir but tows with vehicles the Avenir requires you to upsize.
Frequently asked
Will a midsize SUV tow either of these?
Only the Jay Feather Air 19MBS. At 4,505 lbs dry / 5,750 lb GVWR / 635 lb hitch, it fits inside most midsize SUV ratings (Highlander, Pilot, Pathfinder). The Avenir A-32BH at 7,192 lbs dry / 9,736 lb GVWR needs a half-ton truck minimum.
How much family can each actually fit?
The Avenir A-32BH handles 8-10 with a dedicated bunk room, queen master, and convertible lounge. The Jay Feather Air 19MBS sleeps 8 but uses convertible dinette/sofa for half the spots, meaning adults sleeping there get less privacy.
Does the Jay Feather Air really do four seasons?
Climate Shield insulation, enclosed tanks, and the tankless water heater support sub-freezing operation. The Avenir A-32BH is three-season only despite the fireplace and 30,000 BTU furnace.