Fleetwood Bounder 33C vs Newmar Bay Star Sport 3225
2027 Class A comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two Ford F-53 gas Class A coaches at 22,000-lb GVWR, separated by length, content, and shore service. The 2027 Fleetwood Bounder 33C is a 34.3-ft 102"-wide two-slide with Ford 7.3L V8 335 HP, 100-gal fresh, 25-gal LP, 5,500W Onan, 2,000W inverter, fireplace, 100W solar with prep, 50-amp service, asking $259,022. The 2026 Newmar Bay Star Sport 3225 is 32.9 ft on the same Ford F53 / 7.3L V8 chassis with king bed, full bath, 320Ah house bank, 5,500W Onan, 75-gal fresh, 30-amp service, sleeps 6, listing at $251,440.
The 2027 Bounder 33C leads on shore service (50 vs 30 amp), fresh water (100 vs 75 gal), integrated 2,000W inverter, 100W solar with prep, fireplace, residential fridge, and 102" body width. The 2027 refresh adds new exterior graphics and decor packages. The Bay Star Sport 3225 counters with sleeps 6 (vs 4), shorter 32.9-ft footprint, documented 1,950-lb cargo capacity, 20,050-lb dry weight, and a $7,582 lower sticker.
Content-and-50-amp buyers pick the 2027 Bounder 33C. Sticker-and-sleeps-6 buyers pick the Bay Star Sport 3225.
Side-by-side specs
| Fleetwood Bounder 33C | Newmar Bay Star Sport 3225 | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $259,022 | $251,440 |
| Length | 34'3" | 32'11" |
| Dry weight | — | 20,050 lbs |
| GVWR | 22,000 lbs | 22,000 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 6 |
| Slides | 2 | 2 |
| Fresh tank | 100 gal | 75 gal |
| Grey tank | 58 gal | 60 gal |
| Black tank | 42 gal | 40 gal |
| LP | 25 gal | 25 gal |
| Solar | 100W | — |
| Inverter | 2000W | — |
| Generator | 5500W | 5500W |
| Bath | — | full |
| Bed | king | king |
| 4-season | No | No |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | prep | none |
| Residential fridge | Yes | No |
Where Fleetwood Bounder 33C wins
- 50-amp service for dual AC concurrency vs 30-amp on Bay Star
- 100-gal fresh tank vs 75
- 2,000W inverter integrated standard
- 100W solar with solar prep
- Fireplace and residential fridge included
- 102" wide body width
- 2027 refreshed exterior graphics and decor
Where Newmar Bay Star Sport 3225 wins
- $7,582 lower MSRP ($251,440 vs $259,022)
- Sleeps 6 vs 4 on the Bounder
- Shorter 32.9-ft length vs 34.3 ft
- 320Ah house bank documented
- 20,050-lb dry weight documented
- 1,950-lb documented cargo capacity
- Full bath layout documented
Pick the Fleetwood Bounder 33C if…
Pick the 2027 Fleetwood Bounder 33C if you want a content-loaded, 50-amp gas Class A with integrated solar and inverter. The 50-amp service is critical for dual AC in hot climates, the 100-gal fresh tank supports longer trips, and the integrated 2,000W inverter plus 100W solar with prep plus fireplace deliver turnkey off-grid capability. 102" body width adds shoulder room. The 2027 refresh updates exterior graphics and interior decor. At $259,022 you pay for documented content.
Pick the Newmar Bay Star Sport 3225 if…
Pick the 2026 Newmar Bay Star Sport 3225 if you sleep 6 (king plus convertibles) and you want the lowest sticker. The 32.9-ft length maneuvers more easily, the 20,050-lb dry weight leaves 1,950 lbs of documented cargo cap, the 320Ah house bank handles overnight on 30-amp service, and the king bed plus full bath cover couples-plus-kids use. At $251,440 you save $7,582 versus the 2027 Bounder 33C - meaningful money to put toward a tow car or extras.
Frequently asked
Which has 50-amp shore service?
The 2027 Fleetwood Bounder 33C has 50-amp service. The Bay Star Sport 3225 has 30-amp service.
Which sleeps more?
The Bay Star Sport 3225 sleeps 6. The 2027 Bounder 33C sleeps 4.
Which has more cargo headroom?
The Bay Star Sport 3225 documents 1,950-lb cargo capacity on its 20,050-lb dry weight. The 2027 Bounder 33C dry weight is not documented.