Winnebago Journey class A motorhome review

Winnebago Journey class A motorhome
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"The Journey delivers with all the style, comfort and performance you expect from a diesel pusher. It starts with a Freightliner XC chassis, a 350-hp Cummins diesel and SmartSpace interior design"

Important dimensions:
Exterior length 34'7" - 39'1"
Exterior width 8'5", Exterior height 12'2"
3 floorplans are available - we show these below
GVWR 29,410 lbs, GCWR 39,410 lbs
Fresh/black/gray tanks - 92 / 57-64 / 66-81 gallons
Freightliner XC Chassis with 350-hp Cummins ISB XT 6.7L turbo-charged diesel engine
MSRP starting at $217,391

Winnebago Journey class A motorhome exterior

Winnebago says: "The Journey delivers with all the style, comfort and performance you expect from a diesel pusher. It starts with a Freightliner XC chassis with a 29,410 lb GVWR that lets you load up with gear for the weekend or weeks on end. A 350-hp Cummins turbo-diesel engine delivers a power-packed performance wherever you travel. The SmartSpace interior design makes the most of the available space with innovative features and amenities. If you like the feel and livability of a 40-foot floorplan, but desire a shorter length coach, look no further than the 34Y. Its full-wall slideout expands to create an incredible 325 square feet of living space. Make Class A diesel-pusher living your lifestyle with your very own Winnebago Journey.. "

The pictures below show first the 34Y model in Copperfield with Honey Cherry and below this the 39Z model in Courtyard with Honey Cherry:

Winnebago Journey class A motorhome interior - 34Y model

The 39Z model shown below has a very long slide on the left. Notice how this extends fully through the kitchen area and through the bedroom giving a wonderfully spacious and open look (see floorplans below):

Winnebago Journey class A motorhome interior - 39Z model

"The galley provides plenty of room to prepare a quick snack or an elegant meal with large Corian countertops and matching sink and range covers that expand your preparation space. The Amana range comes with three sealed burners while the 30" microwave/convection oven offers advanced cooking flexibility. A large sink with a pullout sprayer allows for faster cleanup." The galley picture below is of the 39Z model:

Winnebago Journey class A motorhome interior - 39Z model galley

The 39Z is available with twin UltraLeather Euro chairs:

Winnebago Journey class A motorhome interior - 39Z model with twin UltraLeather Euro chairs

FLOORPLANS

Apart from the beautiful 37H and 39Z floorplans, Winnebago added for 2009 the 34Y model. This is just 34'7" in length but has a full wall slide on the driver side and 2 slides on the opposite slide. A really spacious an well thought-out arrangement.

We show the 3 floorplans below - click for a bigger picture

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ABOUT THE WINNEBAGO JOURNEY:

"The Journey delivers with all the style, comfort and performance you expect from a diesel pusher. It starts with a Freightliner XC chassis, a 350-hp Cummins diesel and SmartSpace interior design".

What do you think? Add your comments below...
(Today's video is from
Lichtsinn Motors, Iowa)

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author	comments
Ken Croft	We have a 2007 winnebago siteseer and we really like it. This is our third class a and winnebago is the best. This is good quality and I'd recommend it to anyone. we had air conditioning problems but they were nothing to do with the winnebago design but they were fixed with full cooperation from winnebago. all my dealings with them have been good
Richard H	We have a 2005 Winnebago Journey 39F. Very minor problems, all fixed by dealer. Rides nice, big interior when slides out, love TV on slide instead of overhead. No dislikes. Paul Evert RV Country in Fresno, CA Based upon your experiences, would you buy one of this manufacturer's RVs again?: Yes. Rating: 5/5
The Baron	We own our 2nd Winnebago. We had a 1995 Vectra and now a 2005 Vectra and the quality keeps improving. We plan on owning Winnebago class A's as our travels increase. The 2008 shows the progress that we feel makes Winnebago the leader.
Kelly Brandon	I have a 2000 Winnebago, an Itasca that I've had since new. Wonderful coach. I'll buy a new Winnebago if I ever wear this one out!
Steve S	We have owned a 2006 Sightseer for just a year and could not be more pleased- we have the 34A with 3 slides - more than enough room, even when we have several of our grandchildren with us. You can't go wrong with Winnebago. This is our third motorhome.
David D	This is our first diesel pusher, a 2002 Winnebago Journey DL 34. I like the quality and features Winnebago offers on this model. The Cat 330HP coupled with the allison trans is plenty of power. I love the basement air/heatpump and the power control center!
Lyn W	I've had 2 Adventurers and think Winnebago make a great coach. Love seeing all the latest models. Winnebago are still the best.

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