Fleetwood Palisade 45CS vs Newmar Dutch Star 4369
2026 Class A comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Both 44-foot Class A diesel pushers use Cummins L9 450 HP power and three-slide layouts but represent different design strategies. The Fleetwood Palisade 45CS rides the Freightliner XCM Freedom Bridge at 46,000 lb GVWR with six AGM batteries, 100W solar, 2,800-watt inverter, king bed, and sleeps 4 for $706,848. The Newmar Dutch Star 4369 uses a 52,000 lb GVWR tag-axle Spartan K2 or Freightliner XCR, sleeps 6 with bath-and-a-half, runs 800 amp-hour batteries, adds four-season insulation, and lists $673,960.
The Dutch Star 4369 stacks meaningful advantages - the bath-and-a-half privacy layout, 6,000 lb more GVWR (52,000 vs 46,000), 12,000 lb published cargo, two more sleeping spots (6 vs 4), and four-season insulation. The Palisade 45CS keeps Fleetwood's Apex Custom Furniture, hand-laid tile, the 2,800-watt inverter, factory 100W solar, and the six AGM batteries.
Verdict: Dutch Star 4369 wins on layout privacy, sleeping capacity, payload, and a $32,888 lower price. Palisade 45CS holds the edge only on Fleetwood interior craftsmanship.
Side-by-side specs
| Fleetwood Palisade 45CS | Newmar Dutch Star 4369 | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $706,848 | $673,960 |
| Length | 44'8" | 43'9" |
| Dry weight | — | 40,000 lbs |
| GVWR | 46,000 lbs | 52,000 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 6 |
| Slides | 3 | 3 |
| Fresh tank | 100 gal | 105 gal |
| Grey tank | 75 gal | 75 gal |
| Black tank | 50 gal | 55 gal |
| LP | — | 0 gal |
| Solar | 100W | — |
| Inverter | 2800W | — |
| Generator | 10000W | 10000W |
| Bath | — | one_and_half |
| Bed | king | king |
| 4-season | No | Yes |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | yes | prep |
| Residential fridge | Yes | Yes |
Where Fleetwood Palisade 45CS wins
- Six AGM batteries with 100W factory solar
- 2,800-watt factory inverter
- Generator prep included (Dutch Star lacks it)
- Fleetwood Apex Custom Furniture and hand-laid tile
- Freightliner XCM Freedom Bridge with 102-inch width
Where Newmar Dutch Star 4369 wins
- Bath-and-a-half layout (guest half-bath)
- 52,000 lb GVWR vs 46,000 lb (+6,000 lb)
- 12,000 lb published cargo, 800 Ah bank
- Four-season insulation, sleeps 6 vs 4
- $32,888 lower MSRP at $673,960
Pick the Fleetwood Palisade 45CS if…
Pick the 2026 Fleetwood Palisade 45CS if Fleetwood's flagship interior is what you're after - Apex Custom Furniture, hand-laid tile showers, six AGM batteries, 100W factory solar, and a 2,800-watt inverter on the 102-inch-wide Freightliner XCM Freedom Bridge chassis. The 46,000 lb GVWR coach sleeps 4 with king bed and three slides for $706,848. Best for buyers who specifically value Fleetwood interior craftsmanship and the Freedom Bridge chassis - and don't need bath-and-a-half, six-sleep capacity, or four-season construction.
Pick the Newmar Dutch Star 4369 if…
Pick the 2026 Newmar Dutch Star 4369 if you want a tag-axle 52,000 lb GVWR Class A diesel with bath-and-a-half privacy, sleeping for 6, 12,000 lb cargo capacity, and four-season insulation. The 800 amp-hour battery bank powers extended dry camping, and Newmar build on Spartan K2 or Freightliner XCR delivers the heavier chassis. At $673,960 it saves $32,888 versus the Palisade 45CS. Best for buyers needing guest-bath privacy, family/multi-passenger sleeping, full-time-travel cargo capacity, and cold-weather range.
Frequently asked
Which sleeps more?
The Dutch Star 4369 sleeps 6; the Palisade 45CS sleeps 4 - two more passenger spots on the Newmar.
What's the GVWR difference?
The Dutch Star 4369 has 52,000 lb GVWR; the Palisade 45CS has 46,000 lb - a 6,000 lb chassis-capacity advantage for the Newmar tag-axle.
Which has bath-and-a-half?
The Dutch Star 4369 has bath-and-a-half with a guest half-bath up front. The Palisade 45CS does not.