Fleetwood Altitude 27U vs Winnebago Spirit 22R
2026 Class C comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two 2026 Ford E450 Class C gas motorhomes, identical 14,500 lb GVWR, contrasting designs. The Fleetwood Altitude 27U is 29.5 ft, 102 in wide, 11.58 ft tall, 1 slide, queen bed, 50/36/36 gal tanks, 16 gal LP, 4 kW genset, 50A shore power, outdoor kitchen, residential fridge, fireplace, sleeping 4, Ford 7.3L V8 at 325 HP, at $151,232. The Winnebago Spirit 22R is 23.83 ft, 350 HP V8, 0 slides, full bath queen rear corner bed, 40/24/21 gal tanks, 18 gal LP, 30A shore power, overhead bunk, sleeping 5, at $146,248.
The Spirit 22R is 5.67 ft shorter, sleeps 5 to the Altitude's 4, runs 350 HP, and has an overhead bunk. The Fleetwood Altitude 27U brings the slide, 50A service, 4 kW genset, outdoor kitchen, residential fridge, fireplace, and 10 gal more fresh water. MSRP is $151,232 vs $146,248, $4,984 in favor of the Spirit.
Directional verdict: Altitude 27U for the amenities and slide; Spirit 22R for the shorter compact footprint and overhead bunk.
Side-by-side specs
| Fleetwood Altitude 27U | Winnebago Spirit 22R | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $151,232 | $146,248 |
| Length | 29'6" | 23'10" |
| Dry weight | — | — |
| GVWR | 14,500 lbs | 14,500 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 5 |
| Slides | 1 | 0 |
| Fresh tank | 50 gal | 40 gal |
| Grey tank | 36 gal | 24 gal |
| Black tank | 36 gal | 21 gal |
| LP | 16 gal | 18 gal |
| Solar | — | — |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | 4000W | — |
| Bath | — | full |
| Bed | queen | queen |
| 4-season | No | No |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | Yes | No |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | Yes | No |
Where Fleetwood Altitude 27U wins
- Slide-out standard
- 50A vs 30A shore power
- 4 kW onboard generator
- Outdoor kitchen, residential fridge, fireplace
- 50 gal fresh tank vs 40 gal
Where Winnebago Spirit 22R wins
- Shorter 23.83 ft length, 5.67 ft less
- Sleeps 5 with overhead bunk
- 350 HP V8 rating vs 325 HP
- $146,248 MSRP, $4,984 cheaper
- 18 gal LP capacity
Pick the Fleetwood Altitude 27U if…
Pick the Fleetwood Altitude 27U if you want a Class C with a slide-out for daytime living room space, 50A shore service, a 4 kW onboard generator, an outdoor kitchen, residential fridge, and fireplace. The 29.5 ft body, Ford 7.3L V8 at 325 HP, and 50 gal fresh tank match couples who treat the rig as a basecamp and want grown-up amenities. At $151,232 MSRP it's the amenity-rich Class C for buyers who prioritize features over the smallest footprint.
Pick the Winnebago Spirit 22R if…
Pick the Winnebago Spirit 22R if you want the compact 23.83 ft Class C with overhead bunk for occasional kid sleeping, the 350 HP V8 for highway power, and the lowest sticker. The full-bath queen rear corner bed sleeps 5 across the rig, the 18 gal LP gives longer cooking and furnace runtime, 30A shore service simplifies installation, and the $146,248 MSRP is $4,984 below the Altitude. Best for solo travelers or couples plus 1-3 kids who value maneuverability over slide-out width.
Frequently asked
Which sleeps more?
The Spirit 22R sleeps 5 via overhead bunk and queen rear corner. The Altitude 27U sleeps 4 with queen and dinette conversion.
Which is shorter?
The Spirit 22R at 23.83 ft is 5.67 ft shorter than the Altitude 27U's 29.5 ft length.
Does the Spirit 22R have a slide?
No, the Spirit 22R is no-slide. The Altitude 27U has 1 slide.