My husband and I have been thinking about “downsizing” our RV. So, I was excited to see the 2026 Winnebago Navion 24T for myself.
This is a Class C diesel motorhome with one slide-out. Changing to this RV would mean downsizing from our current 40-foot fifth wheel with three slides. Could we make this work? (Gulp!)
Why downsize?
We’ve been so happy with our fifth wheel. It’s served us well. The big, honkin’ dually 350? That’s a different story. While it easily pulls the RV wherever we choose to roam, getting in and out of the truck and attaching the fifth wheel is becoming more and more challenging. In addition, our big rig prohibits us from staying in some parks.
I figured, why not have a little look-see, right? Now that our work camping days are ending, a smaller RV may suit us better than a large truck and rig.
Behind the walls
Underneath the polished interior, the Navion 24T rides on a Mercedes-Benz RWD Sprinter chassis. It features a 2.0L high-output turbo-diesel engine and a 9-speed automatic transmission. You’ll find a convenient, heated gear garage with an L-track cargo tie-down system.
Winnebago includes a 320-amp-hour Lithionics lithium battery, a 2,000-watt inverter, solar charging, heated holding systems, and hydraulic leveling jacks.
Key specs
- Exterior length: 25’8″
- Exterior height: 10’7″
- Exterior width: 7’6.25″
- Exterior storage: 80.9 cu. ft.
- Awning length: 16′
- Interior height: 6’8″
- Interior width: 7’3″
- Freshwater capacity: 35 gal.
- Black tank capacity: 47 gal.
- Gray tank capacity: 46 gal.
- Fuel capacity: 24.5 gal.
- Wheelbase: 170 in.
- Starting price: $245,000
Interior and living space
Stepping into Winnebago’s 2026 Navion 24T, I was surprised at how large it felt. (Well, not exactly “large” in comparison to our current fifth wheel, but still larger than I expected.)
The slide-out opens up the living area into a comfortable space. The light tones on the walls and upholstery, along with a large window, keep the space feeling light and bright.
Living/dining/sleeping
I immediately noticed the fold-down dining table/desk, along with the sleek overhead storage bays. Dual recliners with a flip-up center console sat comfortably and featured cup holders and tray tables, which we like.
The 32-inch LED HDTV is positioned directly across from the seating for easy viewing. The entertainment center also features a JBL Bluetooth soundbar, multiple charging ports, and Winnebago Connect with a 10-inch touchscreen.
For sleeping, a Murphy bed offers Winnebago’s WinnSleep system that folds out into a 60” x 75” bed. Reading lights and charging ports are also available. The bed looked to be accessible even with the slide retracted, so that’s a plus.
Kitchen
The Navion 24T kitchen features a two-burner induction and LP range cooktop. We like the flexible fuel choice Winnebago made available in this RV. There’s an over-the-range microwave/convection oven and a 10.0 cu. ft. 12V refrigerator/freezer. In addition, you’ll find two pop-up outlets that include charging ports.
While appliances were good choices, there isn’t much countertop prep space. You might use the stainless sink when it’s covered, and the flip-up counter extension adds a little bit of extra meal prep surface. Overall, there is extremely limited prep space—a serious drawback in this coach. (At least for me.)
I was happy to discover all of the kitchen storage available. The kitchen area houses a pantry, lighted soft-close drawers, and cupboard storage for pans and other cooking equipment and utensils.
Bath
The bathroom was more residential than I expected for a coach this size. Positioned at the back of the Navion 24T, the bath provides a sliding door for privacy and a porcelain toilet with adequate accessibility.
The 30″ x 34″ shower has a built-in seat, but the seat takes up too much space in a shower of this size. The shower skylight brings in natural light, which makes the rear bath feel spacious, even though the sink is quite small and the countertop is at a premium. I did appreciate the robe hooks.
You’ll be pleasantly surprised to find a full-width wardrobe cabinet in this area of the coach. The wardrobe features sliding doors, two drawers, and three shelves for linens and clothing. It’s a definite plus!
Video
You can take a quick walk through with this video.
Overall take
The 2026 Winnebago Navion 24T Class C makes a lot of sense for travelers who want comforts without jumping to a bigger rig. For us? Well, we’ll see.
What are your takeaways from Winnebago’s Navion 24T? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
To learn more about the 2026 Winnebago View/Navion 24T Class C, click here.
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Watch out for CCC….Mercedes has less than 1000lbs which doesn’t include occupants !!!
The 2026 models are being built on the 4500 chassis, which add ~1000# to the carrying capacity, which fixes that issue. However, the GCWR doesn’t go up, so added cargo weight reduces the allowable towing capacity.
The 4500 is better on new ones.
I have been following a thread on the IRV2 Newmar Owners forum on the just introduced Newmar Freedom Aire. Deliveries have been starting. Since the F.A. is a luxury model, it’s built with heavier materials and the latest deliveries at around 1300# CCC. Earlier ones this year under 1000#.
Some getting them previously had various brands on the 3500 and report the 4500 as superior.
You forgot to follow Tony’s method of starting at the ground and working your way up. Are the tires a quality brand, and do they include TPMS? I’m rather surprised that the black tank holds so much waste, compared to the fresh water volume. How does the Murphy bed come down with the recliners directly in front?
They show that in the video.
Too expensive for what you get.
If you’re looking at this style of RV, also take a look at models by Leisure Travel Vans, PleasureWay, Tiffin and Coach House. Be sure to check the OCCC, which can vary significantly. Very satisfied with both our 2019, and now 2024 Leisure Travel Vans UMB model. Compare it to the Navion/View and you’ll see differences in quality and layout that you may prefer.
Tiffin’s model has almost no carrying capacity.
The Murphy bed is a non-starter for me. For that size motorhome, I prefer a mid-split bath and two twins that convert to a king in the back.
Winnebago has exactly that in the View/Navion 24R. Twin beds over a gear garage, split mid bath, and front theater seats + swivel cab seats to provide an L-shaped “coversation pit”.
The problem with most of this Class is external storage. There are a few out there, but not many.
Wow. This is an innovative approach to a smaller MH. I agree the counter space would be an issue – but compromises have to be made – like maybe use the couch tables for some extra space, or the lift cabinet end could be larger also. And, yes watch GVWR-CCC. That is a critical factor – especially as the US pop. seems to keep expanding in the waist line! I think Winnebago has a winner with this one – albeit $273,000. Thanks for reviewing, Gail.
In 2016 we downsized from a 4 bdr house to a Navion J (corner bed, big slide) and lived in it for 7 years. Had everything we needed and almost everything we wanted. 47 states including Alaska. Great.
We have a 2020 Navion 24V (2019 build date) with twin beds and theater seats in a slide. We have traveled 45,000 miles in it in 5 years and have been very pleased with the comfort, handling, and ease of driving. Ours has the V-6 diesel and 7-speed transmission, the combination of which I prefer for our Colorado mountain RVing over the newer twin-turbo 4 cylinder and 9-speed. We quickly learned to pack less “stuff” than in our previous 5th wheel, but have been amazed at how much we rely on the never-used bed in the cab-over. The laundry basket, cab window covers, electric fan and space heater, and spare linens are all carried “up there”. We love it!
We, too looked at the Navion in downsizing from a 2017 Winnebago 2401RG travel trailer. It looked great in person and the kitchen layout looks like it would work much better than most; BUT, check out the manufacturer’s sticker (usually bright yellow) required by federal law. Look at the permitted combined weight of occupants and cargo. This is measured after the unit is finished and tells you how much weight you can safely add. I think the Navion’s weight allowance was less than 400 pounds. Think about it: add travelers, some water and a few cans of soup and what do you have? (We ended up getting a Thor Delano, so we’ll let you know how that goes. BTW: it’s cargo weight is 2200 lbs.)
What about Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC). The MZB chassis only has 12075 lbs GVW. I would be surprised if it has more than 1200 -1300 lbs available. With water and two people you can’t carry much of anything (tools, clothes, kitchen and dining good, and most of all food.). Additionally you towing capacity is well under the hitch rating of 5000 lbs. Most can only tow in the vicinity of 3000 lbs at best. CGVWR is 15,250lbs.