Fleetwood Palisade 45CS vs Newmar Dutch Star 4370
2026 Class A comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Both 44-foot Class A diesels run Cummins L9 450 HP and three slides on the same 50-amp shore-power architecture - the Fleetwood Palisade 45CS and Newmar Dutch Star 4370 part ways on chassis tonnage and floorplan. The Palisade 45CS rides Freightliner XCM Freedom Bridge at 46,000 lb GVWR, sleeps 4 with king bed, mounts six AGM batteries with 100W solar, runs a 2,800-watt inverter, and lists $706,848. The Dutch Star 4370 is a 52,000 lb GVWR tag-axle on Spartan K2 or Freightliner XCR, sleeps 5 with king bed and bath-and-a-half, runs 800 amp-hour batteries with four-season insulation, and prices $674,105.
The Newmar's bath-and-a-half plus the 6,000 lb GVWR jump (52,000 vs 46,000) deliver real layout and capacity gains for $32,743 less. The Dutch Star 4370's 11,500 lb published cargo capacity also exceeds anything the Palisade publishes. The Palisade 45CS leans on Fleetwood's Apex Custom Furniture, hand-laid tile, the 2,800-watt inverter, and the 100W factory solar that ships standard.
Verdict: Dutch Star 4370 for the heavier chassis, bath-and-a-half layout, and $32,743 in savings; Palisade 45CS only if Fleetwood's interior finish is your priority.
Side-by-side specs
| Fleetwood Palisade 45CS | Newmar Dutch Star 4370 | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $706,848 | $674,105 |
| Length | 44'8" | 43'9" |
| Dry weight | — | 40,500 lbs |
| GVWR | 46,000 lbs | 52,000 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 5 |
| 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 | included |
| Residential fridge | Yes | Yes |
Where Fleetwood Palisade 45CS wins
- Six AGM batteries with 100W factory solar
- 2,800-watt factory inverter
- Generator prep included
- Fleetwood Apex Custom Furniture and hand-laid tile
- Freightliner XCM Freedom Bridge with 102-inch width
Where Newmar Dutch Star 4370 wins
- Bath-and-a-half layout (guest half-bath)
- 52,000 lb GVWR vs 46,000 lb (+6,000 lb)
- 11,500 lb published cargo, 800 Ah bank
- Four-season insulation, sleeps 5 vs 4
- $32,743 lower MSRP at $674,105
Pick the Fleetwood Palisade 45CS if…
Pick the 2026 Fleetwood Palisade 45CS if you want Fleetwood's flagship Class A diesel interior - Apex Custom Furniture, hand-laid tile showers, six AGM batteries, 100W factory solar, and a 2,800-watt inverter. The 102-inch-wide Freightliner XCM Freedom Bridge chassis sleeps 4 on a king bed across three slides for $706,848. Best for buyers who specifically want the Fleetwood Freedom Bridge platform and the Apex Custom interior package - and who don't need bath-and-a-half privacy or four-season insulation.
Pick the Newmar Dutch Star 4370 if…
Pick the 2026 Newmar Dutch Star 4370 if you want bath-and-a-half privacy in a 44-foot Class A diesel with 52,000 lb GVWR on a tag-axle Spartan K2 or Freightliner XCR. The 11,500 lb cargo capacity, 800 amp-hour battery bank, four-season insulation, and Newmar build quality all out-spec the Palisade in capacity and weather rating. At $674,105 it saves $32,743 versus the Palisade 45CS. Best for buyers needing guest-bath privacy, more cargo for full-time travel, or four-season camping range.
Frequently asked
Which has bath-and-a-half?
The Dutch Star 4370 has bath-and-a-half (guest half-bath up front). The Palisade 45CS has a full bath but no separate guest half-bath.
How does sleeping capacity compare?
The Dutch Star 4370 sleeps 5; the Palisade 45CS sleeps 4 - one more passenger spot on the Newmar.
Which has more battery capacity?
The Dutch Star 4370 specifies an 800 amp-hour bank. The Palisade 45CS has six 6V AGM batteries (typically ~600-660 Ah) - the Newmar has a 25-30% larger bank.