Fleetwood Altitude 27U vs Winnebago Spirit 22R
2027 Class C comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Both Class C gas motorhomes ride the Ford E450 chassis at 14,500 lb GVWR with the 7.3L V8 family. The 2027 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, with 2027 model year refreshed decor and graphics, at $151,232. The 2026 Winnebago Spirit 22R is 23.83 ft, 350 HP V8, 0 slides, full bath queen rear corner, 40/24/21 gal tanks, 18 gal LP, 30A shore power, overhead bunk, sleeping 5, at $146,248.
The Spirit 22R brings the compact 23.83 ft footprint, sleep count of 5 via overhead bunk, the 350 HP V8, and a $4,984 lower MSRP. The 2027 Altitude 27U answers with the slide, 50A service, 4 kW genset, outdoor kitchen, residential fridge, fireplace, the 50 gal fresh tank, and the 2027 model year freshness.
Directional verdict: 2027 Altitude 27U is the amenity-and-slide pick with 2027 freshness; Spirit 22R is the compact-and-cheap pick.
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
- 2027 model year refresh with updated decor
- Slide-out for daytime living room
- 50A vs 30A shore power
- 4 kW onboard generator
- Outdoor kitchen, fireplace, residential fridge
Where Winnebago Spirit 22R wins
- Compact 23.83 ft footprint
- Sleeps 5 with overhead bunk
- 350 HP V8 vs 325 HP
- $146,248 MSRP undercuts Altitude by $4,984
- 18 gal LP for furnace runtime
Pick the Fleetwood Altitude 27U if…
Pick the 2027 Fleetwood Altitude 27U if you want a 2027 model year Class C with refreshed decor, a slide-out, 50A shore power, 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 use the rig as a moving cabin on hookup-based travel. At $151,232 MSRP it brings the latest model year and the amenity set the Spirit lacks.
Pick the Winnebago Spirit 22R if…
Pick the Winnebago Spirit 22R if you want the most compact 23.83 ft Class C with overhead bunk for occasional kid sleeping, the 350 HP V8 for confident highway power, and a $4,984 lower price. The full-bath queen rear corner bed sleeps 5, 30A shore service handles single-AC sites, and the 18 gal LP carries longer furnace runtime than the Altitude's 16 gal. Best for solo travelers and couples who want a Class C that fits state-park sites without sacrificing the bunk.
Frequently asked
What's new for the 2027 Altitude?
Updated decor and graphics across the four Class C floorplans (27U, 29F, 29H, 31W) on the Ford E-450 chassis.
Which has overhead bunk?
The Spirit 22R has an overhead cabover bunk; the Altitude 27U does not. The Altitude uses a queen bed plus dinette conversion.
Which is the better value?
The Spirit 22R at $146,248 is $4,984 cheaper but lacks slide, 50A, generator, outdoor kitchen, and fireplace. The 2027 Altitude 27U justifies its price with that feature set.