Newmar Bay Star Sport 3225 vs Winnebago Adventurer 35F
2026 Class A comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Both 2026 gas Class A motorhomes ride the Ford F-53 with the 7.3L V8 and 22,000 lb GVWR, but the Newmar Bay Star Sport 3225 and Winnebago Adventurer 35F take different paths on length and amenity depth. The Bay Star Sport 3225 measures 32.92 ft with two slides, full bath, king bed, 5,500-watt onboard generator, 30-amp shore service, 75/60/40 gal tanks, 25 gal LP, and 320 Ah battery bank.
The Adventurer 35F runs 35.83 ft, drops to 96 in wide vs 101.5, and stacks a bath-and-a-half, king bed, 50-amp shore service, residential refrigerator, theater seating, washer/dryer prep, solar prep, and generator prep with 74/51/42 gal tanks and 18 gal LP. The Adventurer 35F MSRP is $252,851 vs the Bay Star Sport's $251,440, a $1,411 spread.
Directionally, the Newmar Bay Star Sport 3225 is the shorter, generator-installed, full-bath gas Class A with more LP, while the Winnebago Adventurer 35F is the longer, more equipped bath-and-a-half coach with 50-amp infrastructure and residential furnishings.
Side-by-side specs
| Newmar Bay Star Sport 3225 | Winnebago Adventurer 35F | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $251,440 | $252,851 |
| Length | 32'11" | 35'10" |
| Dry weight | 20,050 lbs | — |
| GVWR | 22,000 lbs | 22,000 lbs |
| Sleeps | 6 | 5 |
| Slides | 2 | — |
| Fresh tank | 75 gal | 74 gal |
| Grey tank | 60 gal | 51 gal |
| Black tank | 40 gal | 42 gal |
| LP | 25 gal | 18 gal |
| Solar | — | — |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | 5500W | — |
| Bath | full | one_and_half |
| Bed | king | king |
| 4-season | No | No |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | none | prep |
| Residential fridge | No | Yes |
Where Newmar Bay Star Sport 3225 wins
- 32.92 ft length parks easier than the 35.83 ft Adventurer 35F
- Onboard 5,500-watt generator installed, no aftermarket required
- 25 gal LP capacity vs 18 gal extends extended-stay use
- 101.5 in wide body adds 5.5 in shoulder room
- $251,440 MSRP undercuts the Adventurer by $1,411
Where Winnebago Adventurer 35F wins
- Bath-and-a-half adds a half bath for couples sharing the coach
- 50-amp shore service vs 30-amp doubles available power
- Residential refrigerator and theater seating standard
- Washer/dryer, solar, and generator all prepped for owner-spec install
- 35.83 ft length opens roughly 30 sq ft more interior
Pick the Newmar Bay Star Sport 3225 if…
Pick the Newmar Bay Star Sport 3225 if you want a shorter gas Class A under 33 ft for tighter sites and easier parking, you value the included 5,500-watt generator from day one, and you cook with propane often enough that the larger 25 gal LP tank matters. The wider 101.5 in body adds shoulder room without committing to a 35-foot footprint, and the $1,411 price advantage frees budget for accessories. Trade-off: 30-amp shore service caps you at one AC on shore power.
Pick the Winnebago Adventurer 35F if…
Pick the Winnebago Adventurer 35F if you want a bath-and-a-half for couples sharing the coach long-term, 50-amp shore service to run dual AC, and a residential refrigerator plus theater seating standard. The solar prep, generator prep, and washer/dryer prep let you spec the off-grid and laundry kit you actually want. The extra 2.9 ft of length pays off in the salon and bath layout if your tow vehicle and storage handle the longer footprint.
Frequently asked
Which has the better bath layout?
The Adventurer 35F includes a bath-and-a-half, ideal for couples sharing the coach. The Bay Star Sport 3225 has a single full bath.
Can either run two AC units on shore power?
The Adventurer 35F with 50-amp service handles dual ACs on shore power. The Bay Star Sport 3225 at 30-amp service needs the 5,500-watt generator running for dual-AC operation.
How much fresh water does each carry?
The Bay Star Sport 3225 carries 75 gal fresh, the Adventurer 35F carries 74 gal, essentially identical.