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Oct 02, 2014Explorer
They all have very close to the same frontal area, even Airstream. More importantly, they all have the same square back, which the Airstream is slightly better, thus the slightly better fuel economy owners report.
Budget 8mpg if pulling any of those with a gas engine. You'll be happier if you get 9mpg than if you budget for 10mpg and get 9mpg.
You are about to invest $15-25k for something new. If you tow weekends at 2500 miles per year, the fuel cost is difference between 11mpg that is unlikely for any of them vs. 8mpg is $300. There are far more important things to consider when choosing an RV for your uses.
Budget 8mpg if pulling any of those with a gas engine. You'll be happier if you get 9mpg than if you budget for 10mpg and get 9mpg.
You are about to invest $15-25k for something new. If you tow weekends at 2500 miles per year, the fuel cost is difference between 11mpg that is unlikely for any of them vs. 8mpg is $300. There are far more important things to consider when choosing an RV for your uses.
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