Fleetwood Frontier 33TL vs Newmar Northern Star 3709
2026 Class A comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two value-tier Class A diesel pushers separated by 2.5 ft of length and roughly $2,000 in price. The Fleetwood Frontier 33TL is a 35.3-ft three-slide on the Freightliner XCR Delta Bridge chassis with Cummins B6.7 340 HP, 32,400-lb GVWR, 96-gal fresh, 8,000W Onan, and a $414,458 sticker. The Newmar Northern Star 3709 is a 37.8-ft three-slide on Freightliner with Cummins B6.7 360 HP, 38,000-lb GVWR, 105-gal fresh, four-season construction, a bath-and-a-half, and asks $412,510.
The Newmar Northern Star 3709 has the meaningful spec wins: 360 HP vs 340 HP (20 HP more), 38,000-lb GVWR vs 32,400 (5,600 lbs higher), 7,800-lb cargo capacity, a bath-and-a-half layout, 400Ah battery bank, four-season construction, and theater seating - all at $1,948 less than the Fleetwood Frontier 33TL. The Fleetwood Frontier 33TL counters with a shorter 35.3-ft footprint that maneuvers more readily in tight RV parks, generator prep, 2,000W inverter standard, an 8,000W genset, and a fireplace.
Buyers who prioritize chassis headroom, cargo, and bath layout lean Newmar. Buyers who need the shortest length and the Fleetwood/REV finish ethos lean Frontier 33TL.
Side-by-side specs
| Fleetwood Frontier 33TL | Newmar Northern Star 3709 | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $414,458 | $412,510 |
| Length | 35'4" | 37'10" |
| Dry weight | — | 30,200 lbs |
| GVWR | 32,400 lbs | 38,000 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 6 |
| Slides | 3 | 3 |
| Fresh tank | 96 gal | 105 gal |
| Grey tank | 65 gal | 65 gal |
| Black tank | 45 gal | 45 gal |
| LP | — | 32 gal |
| Solar | 100W | — |
| Inverter | 2000W | — |
| Generator | 8000W | 8000W |
| Bath | — | one_and_half |
| Bed | king | king |
| 4-season | No | Yes |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | yes | included |
| Residential fridge | Yes | Yes |
Where Fleetwood Frontier 33TL wins
- Shorter 35.3-ft length maneuvers easier in tight parks
- Generator prep with 8,000W Onan standard
- 2,000W inverter integrated
- Fireplace standard
- Aqua-Hot heating with 50-amp service
Where Newmar Northern Star 3709 wins
- 360 HP Cummins B6.7 vs 340 HP - 20 more HP
- 38,000-lb GVWR vs 32,400 - 5,600 lbs more capacity
- Bath-and-a-half layout vs single bath
- Four-season construction
- 7,800-lb documented cargo capacity
- $1,948 lower MSRP ($412,510 vs $414,458)
Pick the Fleetwood Frontier 33TL if…
Pick the Fleetwood Frontier 33TL if your campground rotation includes older sites with tight turns and shorter pads where the extra 2.5 ft of the Newmar matters. The 35.3-ft length is the shortest factory diesel pusher you can buy from Fleetwood, and the integrated 2,000W inverter plus 8,000W Onan plus solar prep covers boondocking without add-ons. Cummins B6.7 340 HP pulls grades adequately at 32,400-lb GVWR. Buyers who prefer the REV Group dealer network and the Frontier's value packaging will favor this rig.
Pick the Newmar Northern Star 3709 if…
Pick the Newmar Northern Star 3709 if you want significantly more chassis capability for slightly less money. The 38,000-lb GVWR (5,600 lbs higher), 360 HP B6.7 (20 HP more), 7,800-lb cargo cap, and bath-and-a-half layout make this a more capable rig for couples who full-time or extended-stay. Four-season construction extends shoulder-season use into October-November and February-March. At $412,510 the Newmar Northern Star 3709 saves $1,948 over the Fleetwood Frontier 33TL while delivering measurable upgrades.
Frequently asked
Which Class A has the higher GVWR?
The Newmar Northern Star 3709 at 38,000 lbs GVWR carries 5,600 lbs more than the Fleetwood Frontier 33TL's 32,400-lb GVWR.
Does either coach have a bath-and-a-half?
The Newmar Northern Star 3709 includes a bath-and-a-half layout. The Fleetwood Frontier 33TL is single-bath.
Which one is shorter for tight campground turns?
The Fleetwood Frontier 33TL at 35.3 ft is 2.5 ft shorter than the Newmar Northern Star 3709 at 37.8 ft.