Fleetwood Frontier 37S vs Newmar Northern Star 4011
2026 Class A comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two value-tier Class A diesel pushers near $420K with very different floor plan philosophies. The 2026 Fleetwood Frontier 37S is a 38.3-ft three-slide on the Freightliner XCR Freedom Sport Bridge chassis with Cummins B6.7 360 HP, 33,600-lb GVWR, 96-gal fresh, 8,000W Onan, 2,000W inverter, generator prep, asking $414,458. The 2026 Newmar Northern Star 4011 is 40.8 ft on Freightliner with Cummins B6.7 360 HP, 39,000-lb GVWR, 8,600-lb cargo cap, wheelchair-accessible with BraunAbility lift, theater seating, four-season construction, 105-gal fresh, 400Ah battery bank, listing at $424,012.
The Northern Star 4011 is the unusual rig in this comparison - one of the few wheelchair-accessible Class A diesels in production, with a BraunAbility integrated lift, plus the highest chassis spec (39,000 vs 33,600-lb GVWR - 5,400 lbs more), documented 8,600-lb cargo cap, four-season construction, theater seating, and the larger 105-gal fresh tank. The Frontier 37S counters with a shorter 38.3-ft footprint, integrated 2,000W inverter, generator prep, and a $9,554 lower sticker at $414,458.
Mobility-need or maximum-chassis buyers pick the Northern Star 4011. Shorter-coach or value-focused buyers pick the Frontier 37S.
Side-by-side specs
| Fleetwood Frontier 37S | Newmar Northern Star 4011 | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $414,458 | $424,012 |
| Length | 38'4" | 40'10" |
| Dry weight | — | 30,400 lbs |
| GVWR | 33,600 lbs | 39,000 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 5 |
| 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 | — | full |
| Bed | king | queen |
| 4-season | No | Yes |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | yes | included |
| Residential fridge | Yes | Yes |
Where Fleetwood Frontier 37S wins
- Shorter 38.3-ft floor plan vs 40.8 ft - 2.5 ft easier to park
- $9,554 lower MSRP ($414,458 vs $424,012)
- 2,000W inverter integrated standard
- Generator prep with 8,000W Onan
- Fireplace standard
Where Newmar Northern Star 4011 wins
- 39,000-lb GVWR vs 33,600 - 5,400 lbs more chassis
- 8,600-lb documented cargo capacity
- Wheelchair-accessible with BraunAbility integrated lift
- 400Ah battery bank documented
- 105-gal fresh vs 96 - 9 more gallons
- Four-season construction
- Theater seating standard
Pick the Fleetwood Frontier 37S if…
Pick the Fleetwood Frontier 37S if you don't need wheelchair accessibility and you want a shorter coach at the value price point. The 38.3-ft length is 2.5 ft shorter than the Northern Star 4011 - meaningful difference in tight RV parks. Integrated 2,000W inverter, 8,000W Onan with generator prep, fireplace, and 50-amp service handle hotel loads. Cummins B6.7 360 HP at 33,600-lb GVWR pulls grades adequately. At $414,458 you save $9,554 versus the Newmar.
Pick the Newmar Northern Star 4011 if…
Pick the Newmar Northern Star 4011 if you need wheelchair accessibility or you want maximum chassis. The integrated BraunAbility lift is a fully-factory-engineered wheelchair entry system - extremely rare in this segment. Beyond the accessibility, the 39,000-lb GVWR with 8,600-lb cargo cap is 5,400 lbs more chassis than the Frontier, the 400Ah battery bank handles overnight hotel loads, four-season construction extends shoulder seasons, and theater seating is standard. At $424,012 you pay $9,554 more for accessibility, chassis, and content.
Frequently asked
Which is wheelchair-accessible?
The Newmar Northern Star 4011 includes a BraunAbility integrated lift for wheelchair access. The Fleetwood Frontier 37S is not wheelchair-accessible.
Which has higher GVWR?
The Northern Star 4011 at 39,000-lb GVWR carries 5,400 lbs more chassis than the Frontier 37S at 33,600 lbs.
Do they share the same engine?
Yes - both rigs run the Cummins B6.7 making 360 HP. The chassis and floor plan are the major differences.