Holiday Rambler Element 25M vs Winnebago View 24R
2026 Class C comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two 2026 Mercedes Sprinter Class C diesels with the same 11,030 lb GVWR and the same 2.0L turbo-diesel I4 share the chassis but split the spec list. The Holiday Rambler Element 25M is 25.5 ft, 92 in wide, 11 ft tall, with 1 slide, king bed, full bath, 34/29/29 gal tanks, 13 gal LP, 200 W solar, and 50A shore power for $236,724. The Winnebago View 24R is 25.67 ft, 90.25 in wide, 10.58 ft tall, with 0 slides, twin beds, full bath, full-width rear gear garage, 30/46/47 gal tanks, 12 gal LP, 320 Ah lithium, 240 W solar, 3,800 W generator, 2,000 W inverter, and 30A shore power for $258,922.
The Winnebago View 24R brings the documented 320 Ah lithium bank, 2,000 W inverter, 3,800 W onboard generator, 240 W of solar, and a full-width gear garage that the Element doesn't have. The Holiday Rambler Element 25M counters with a slide room, 50A service, king bed, and a lower $236,724 MSRP ($22,198 cheaper).
Directional verdict: pick the Element 25M for king-bed comfort and a slide; pick the View 24R for off-grid duration and the gear garage.
Side-by-side specs
| Holiday Rambler Element 25M | Winnebago View 24R | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $236,724 | $258,922 |
| Length | 25'6" | 25'8" |
| Dry weight | — | — |
| GVWR | 11,030 lbs | 11,030 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 4 |
| Slides | 1 | 0 |
| Fresh tank | 34 gal | 30 gal |
| Grey tank | 29 gal | 46 gal |
| Black tank | 29 gal | 47 gal |
| LP | 13 gal | 12 gal |
| Solar | 200W | 240W |
| Inverter | — | 2000W |
| Generator | — | 3800W |
| Bath | full | full |
| Bed | king | twin |
| 4-season | No | No |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | No | No |
Where Holiday Rambler Element 25M wins
- Slide-out for living-room width
- King bed vs twin beds on the View
- 50A shore service vs 30A
- Lower $236,724 MSRP saves $22,198
- Cummins/Mercedes 2.0L turbo diesel at 211 HP / 332 lb-ft
Where Winnebago View 24R wins
- 320 Ah lithium battery bank standard
- 240 W solar vs 200 W
- 2,000 W inverter included
- 3,800 W onboard generator standard
- Full-width rear gear garage for bikes/cargo
Pick the Holiday Rambler Element 25M if…
Pick the Holiday Rambler Element 25M if you want a Sprinter Class C diesel with a king bed, a slide room for daytime living room space, and 50A shore power for two ACs or an induction cooktop. The 200 W of solar and full bath layout match couples who travel weeks at a time on hookups, and the 92 in width gives interior elbow room over the View's narrower 90.25 in body. At $236,724 MSRP it's $22,198 cheaper than the Winnebago and the value play for shore-power-driven travel.
Pick the Winnebago View 24R if…
Pick the Winnebago View 24R if you boondock, plan extended off-grid stays, or need to haul bikes, kayaks, or motorcycles in the full-width rear gear garage. The 320 Ah lithium battery, 240 W of solar, 2,000 W inverter, and 3,800 W onboard generator deliver a full off-grid kit nobody else in this class matches at launch. The twin-bed layout converts to a single king with insert, and the $258,922 MSRP is the price of the documented electrical and storage advantage.
Frequently asked
Which has the larger battery bank?
The Winnebago View 24R ships with a documented 320 Ah lithium bank. The Holiday Rambler Element 25M does not publish battery capacity.
Does either have a slide?
Only the Element 25M has a slide. The View 24R is a no-slide layout.
How much do they cost?
The Element 25M lists at $236,724 MSRP; the View 24R lists at $258,922, a $22,198 gap with the Winnebago more expensive.