In the video below, join Leon Carlson from the family-owned The RV Corral for a first look at the 2024 Tiffin Wayfarer 25 LW Class C motorhome.
Built on a Mercedes-Benz chassis, this is that semi-rare diesel Class C motorhome.
This coach is all-electric, meaning you never have to buy propane. It runs off diesel and battery and comes outfitted with a fuel-efficient Onan Quiet Diesel generator. I also love that the Tiffin Wayfarer comes with lithium batteries.
I like the sturdy outside storage doors and finished storage space, and the sturdiness of the coach overall.
In the video, we are looking at the “Sea Mist” color scheme that gives the inside of this rig a bright, airy, open feel. New for 2024 is the over-cab skylight that lets in lots of light but can be closed when you want darkness.
I love the comfortable reclining theater-style seating across from the TV, although the TV placement is strange—more on that below.
The kitchen features an efficient induction cooktop. There’s a large oval single sink, and a variety of available refrigerator options, both propane/electric as well as 12 volt. I like the efficiency of the built-in wooden cutting board in the top drawer.
The bathroom and especially the shower are impressively large.
More nice features of the Tiffin Wayfarer 25 LW
- Automatic windshield wipers
- Backup camera in the mirrors
- Exterior Smart TV
- Clear coat exterior paint
- Tow hitch rated for 5,000 pounds
- Outdoor shower
- Indirect night lighting throughout the interior
- Soft-touch drawers and cabinet closures
- Nice amount of bedroom closet and drawer storage
What’s not to like?
It’s a personal preference, but I prefer two kitchen sinks. Also, the placement of the TV above the sink is just weird, not to mention it takes up some kitchen cabinet space. Yes, you can store things behind the TV but I am not sure this space is properly thought out.
The bed will need to be made and unmade every day unless you don’t mind a bed in the middle of your coach. It is a queen-sized Murphy bed. While I have not tested one, the mattress in the video appears a bit flimsy.
2024 Tiffin Wayfarer 25 LW Class C motorhome specs
- Length: 25’8”
- Mercedes-Benz 3.0 liter V6 turbo 188 HP diesel engine
- Sleeps: 2-4
- GVWR: 11,030 pounds
- GCWR: 15,250 pounds
- Fresh water: 32 gallons
- Gray water: 32 gallons
- Black water: 28 gallons
- MSRP: approximately $200,000
No mention of OCCC, generally a big negative for Wayfarer. Bed does not look comfortable compared to the Froli systems in the Winnebago Nation/View and Ekko. TV is awfully close to the passenger side bed: that person better be short! Cabinetry is nice but the doors do not lock. There seems to be a real risk of of some of those doors flying open if cargo shifts, especially under the sink. He hinted at cold weather capability but did not go further. Wayfarer quality was unexceptional, in some areas, before Thor bought them: has it gotten better or worse? It is pretty to look at. I wish they would have just put closed storage over the cabin instead of that pretty useless bed.
We looked at a Tiffin. With it’s load capacity of 700 pounds, a weekender at best. Or, a single person.
OCCC is the biggest issue with these small motorhomes built on MB chassis. If you’re actually towing 5000 pounds, then you have a 500 pound tongue weight limit. That’s considered cargo. So now you’re down to 200 lbs of cargo carrying capacity. Good luck with that.
I may have missed something but it looks to me that the only storage compartment outside that doesn’t have something in it is the large pass through at the rear. The bed at the rear is pitiful, my first RV had beds that were converted from dinette cushions that was difficult to sleep on when I was 31. Now 49 years later my body would really rebel against that bed. So I’m giving this a thumbs down.
This ‘salesman’ had me yawning and fighting the urge to fall asleep. I agree with Bob P about the lack of outside storage even though this guy was touting lots of storage. However, that large back storage area could serve as a place to sleep if hubby finds himself in the “doghouse”. He points out the skinny fridge – and it looks like he’s right. A weekender fridge at best. I’m afraid this is a big “nope” for me.
We have a 2021 RW, our second Wayfarer, first was 2017 QW. In both, cabinets never opened while driving. Drawers are another matter, we had them modified at Winfield. Most people don’t like Murphy bed mattress, but wife and I find it works great for us. We have the bed above front seats option, but use that to keep 1×2’ soft storage boxes to hold stuff. They never move while traveling. When we head out, fresh water tank is filled allowing four days to dry camp. Some worry about OCCC, we don’t. We travel at 60, don’t tow, and can park it on the street. And we’ve been to over half lower 48 states and will do Alaska next year.
I agree with both Tommy and Bob P. There really wasn’t any other outside storage other than the rear pass through cabinet. Refer is too small for more than a couple of days, and the sleeping arrangements are poor at best. Weak presentation too.