24 foot Class B Questions

Interesting perspective.Booster. I understand the point re having one side with floor to ceiling cupboards,a bathroom and such, on the drivers side. But DW view is not from a DRIVER's perspective rather a conseptual viewpoint. If one looks into the Sprinter and sees a solid set of 'cabinetry' on the drivers side then one has to look at the other side which has a kitchen which is next to the sliding door, a place to view OUT and to pass OUT cocktails,snacks,and stuff. Also, as noted, having the galley on the passenger side means a direct connection outside to the awning when out and all the outside activities--which you dont have when the galley is on the drivers side.I do note that the galley in the Sprinters ie mine, is narrow and a bit claustrophobic & narrow in the aisle but one gets used to it. But, from a driver's viewpoint, one can see straight back and out the rear window using the rear view mirror. The bathroom in our unit is a decent size unlike, I regret having to say, the bathroom in a 190, or especially a 170 which in these cases requires showering in the hallway. I DO like the Roadtreks but I had only considered a Roadtrek 210 for that reason especially and others. But the 210 is 22 ft and I got a 22 ft Sprinter and it had other factors, at highter cost, but diesel and MB chassis--a big plus. As you note:"...to each their own".
2. Re Davydd's perspective,I concur. I am not seeing any great advantage over Sprinters so far. The new 4 cyl diesels that would compare roughly to the I-5 we have, do not compare with the V6 diesel in torque terms. We shall see.
PS: I am a gourmet cook(26 yrs) and I cook a lot inside AND outside. When I am cooking breakfast outside, I call out to my sous chef,Shirley, who passes the implements,cutlery,eggs,sausages etc and, my bourbon(before dinner) out the sliding door where I cook outside often under the awning. With the gallery, I repeat, on the driver's side, the task is a real pain. Sorry.
Cheers
AL