Holiday Rambler Element 25Q vs Winnebago EKKO Sprinter 23B
2026 Class C comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Both 2026 Class C motorhomes ride the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter platform with the 2.0L turbo diesel and 9-speed automatic, but they go in different directions. The Holiday Rambler Element 25Q is 25.5 ft, RWD Sprinter 3500, 211 HP / 332 lb-ft, single slide, full bath, king bed, 34-gal fresh, 200W solar, 50-amp service, 11,030 lb GVWR. Sleeps 4. MSRP $236,724.
The Winnebago EKKO Sprinter 23B is 1 ft shorter at 24.5 ft, AWD Sprinter, no slide, wet bath, queen bed, 50-gal fresh, 320Ah lithium house bank, 220W solar, 2,000W inverter, 2,500W generator with prep, four-season composite, 30-amp service. Sleeps 5. MSRP $250,014.
For luxury-feature Class C buyers who want slide, full bath, king bed, and 50-amp on a Sprinter, the Element 25Q wins. For off-grid Class C buyers who want AWD, lithium, four-season build, and the bigger fresh tank, the EKKO Sprinter 23B is the more capable adventure platform at a $13,290 premium.
Side-by-side specs
| Holiday Rambler Element 25Q | Winnebago EKKO Sprinter 23B | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $236,724 | $250,014 |
| Length | 25'6" | 24'6" |
| Dry weight | — | — |
| GVWR | 11,030 lbs | 11,030 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 5 |
| Slides | 1 | 0 |
| Fresh tank | 34 gal | 50 gal |
| Grey tank | 29 gal | 51 gal |
| Black tank | 29 gal | 5 gal |
| LP | 13 gal | 9.5 gal |
| Solar | 200W | 220W |
| Inverter | — | 2000W |
| Generator | — | 2500W |
| Bath | full | wet |
| Bed | king | queen |
| 4-season | No | Yes |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | No | No |
Where Holiday Rambler Element 25Q wins
- Single slide expands main lounge floor
- Full bath plus king bed configuration
- 50-amp shore service (EKKO is 30-amp)
- 25.5 ft length adds 1 ft interior
- $13,290 cheaper at $236,724 MSRP
Where Winnebago EKKO Sprinter 23B wins
- AWD Sprinter for dirt-road and snow access
- 320Ah lithium battery standard
- 2,000W inverter with 2,500W generator prep
- Four-season composite construction
- 50 gal fresh tank vs Element's 34 gal
Pick the Holiday Rambler Element 25Q if…
Pick the Holiday Rambler Element 25Q if you want the slide, king bed, and full bath in a Sprinter Class C with 50-amp service. The RWD chassis is fine for paved roads and standard campgrounds, the slide expands the main living area, and the king bed is a notable upgrade over typical Class C queens. Best fit: a couple who travels paved-road campgrounds, values the slide and king bed, doesn't need AWD or serious off-grid power, and prefers to save $13,290 versus the EKKO.
Pick the Winnebago EKKO Sprinter 23B if…
Pick the Winnebago EKKO Sprinter 23B if you want the Mercedes AWD Sprinter chassis for backcountry access, with serious off-grid electrical (320Ah lithium, 2,000W inverter, 220W solar, 2,500W generator prep) and four-season composite construction. The 50-gal fresh tank, AWD traction, and lithium house bank are built for multi-day remote camping. Best fit: a couple or solo traveler chasing ski areas, forest service roads, or remote BLM sites, who values AWD plus four-season build, and pays $13K more for the off-grid capability.
Frequently asked
Same Sprinter engine and transmission?
Yes, both use the 2.0L turbo diesel with 9-speed automatic transmission. The Element 25Q uses RWD Sprinter 3500; the EKKO Sprinter 23B uses AWD Sprinter.
Which has the larger fresh tank?
The EKKO Sprinter 23B has 50 gal fresh; the Element 25Q has 34 gal. That's 47% more capacity on the EKKO.
Which has 50-amp shore service?
Only the Element 25Q has 50-amp. The EKKO Sprinter 23B runs 30-amp shore service.