Fleetwood Flair 33B6 vs Jayco Alante 29S
2026 Class A comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Both Class A gas motorhomes use the Ford F-53 chassis with the 7.3L V8 (335 HP). The Fleetwood Flair 33B6 is 34.58 ft with bunkhouse, dual slides, 22,000 lb GVWR, king bed, theater seating, residential fridge, 5,500W generator with prep, 2,000W inverter, 50-amp service, solar prep. Sleeps 6. New for 2026: the 33B6 is the bunkhouse-ready Flair plan. MSRP $183,760.
The 2027 Jayco Alante 29S is 31.33 ft on the same Ford F-53. Single slide, mixed bed, 18,000 lb GVWR (4,000 lb lighter), 7,000W generator (27% larger), 200W solar, 1,200W inverter, JRide handling, frameless windows, smart power management, theater seating, residential fridge, optional overhead bunk. 72-gal fresh, 56-gal LP. Sleeps 5. MSRP $190,343.
For families needing real bunkhouse capacity in a Class A with dual slides and 22,000 lb GVWR, the Flair 33B6 is the only choice. For couples wanting JRide handling, bigger generator, factory solar, and a lighter GVWR for easier driving, the Alante 29S takes it.
Side-by-side specs
| Fleetwood Flair 33B6 | Jayco Alante 29S | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $183,760 | $190,343 |
| Length | 34'7" | 31'4" |
| Dry weight | — | — |
| GVWR | 22,000 lbs | 18,000 lbs |
| Sleeps | 6 | 5 |
| Slides | 2 | 1 |
| Fresh tank | 50 gal | 72 gal |
| Grey tank | 37 gal | 49 gal |
| Black tank | 37 gal | 50 gal |
| LP | 14 gal | 56 gal |
| Solar | — | 200W |
| Inverter | 2000W | 1200W |
| Generator | 5500W | 7000W |
| Bath | — | full |
| Bed | king | mixed |
| 4-season | No | No |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | Yes | Yes |
Where Fleetwood Flair 33B6 wins
- Bunkhouse layout sleeps 6 in dedicated space
- Dual slides expand interior considerably
- 22,000 lb GVWR with 2,000W inverter
- King bed plus 50-amp service
- $6,583 cheaper at $183,760 MSRP
Where Jayco Alante 29S wins
- 7,000W generator (27% larger than Flair)
- 200W solar standard (Flair has prep only)
- JRide handling and frameless windows
- 18,000 lb GVWR is easier to drive
- 72 gal fresh tank vs Flair's 50 gal
Pick the Fleetwood Flair 33B6 if…
Pick the Fleetwood Flair 33B6 if you need a Class A bunkhouse with dual slides on the Ford F-53 platform. The bunkhouse is the only one in this comparison, the dual slides expand the lounge floor substantially, and the king bed plus 2,000W inverter deliver real residential comfort. Best fit: a family of 5-6 who needs the bunkhouse for kids, values the dual slide expansion, and prefers the higher 22,000 lb GVWR with more cargo headroom over the Alante's lighter chassis.
Pick the Jayco Alante 29S if…
Pick the 2027 Jayco Alante 29S if you want easier driving dynamics with JRide handling, a 7,000W generator, factory 200W solar, and frameless windows on the F-53 chassis. The 18,000 lb GVWR is more manageable on mountain passes and in parking lots, the 7,000W Onan handles all residential loads, and the 72-gal fresh tank extends dry-camp stays. Best fit: a couple or couple-plus-occasional-guest who doesn't need bunkhouse capacity, values the JRide handling and bigger electrical, and prefers the lighter and easier-to-drive 18,000 lb chassis.
Frequently asked
Which has the bunkhouse?
Only the Flair 33B6 has a bunkhouse, new for the 2026 model year. It's the bunkhouse-ready Flair floorplan that adds dedicated kid sleeping.
Same chassis and engine?
Yes, both ride the Ford F-53 chassis with the 7.3L V8 (335 HP). The Flair 33B6 runs 22,000 lb GVWR; the Alante 29S runs 18,000 lb GVWR for easier handling.
Which has the bigger generator?
The Alante 29S has 7,000W; the Flair 33B6 has 5,500W. The 1,500W gap matters for running residential loads with both ACs.