The Ascent TS is the most compact Pleasure-Way motorhome, measuring 19 feet 5 inches long. The Ontour 2.0, at 19 feet 8 inches, is another option for travellers who want a shorter exterior footprint.

The Ascent TS and Ontour 2.0 will generally be the easiest Pleasure-Way models to park because they have the shortest overall lengths in the lineup. With the average parking stall being 18 feet to 20 feet in length, you’ll have a better experience parking with a shorter motorhome.

Length is only one part of the experience, however. Visibility, turning radius, backup cameras, parking aids, and the driver’s comfort with the chassis can also affect how easy a motorhome feels to manoeuvre. A dealership test drive is the best way to compare the different platforms before making a decision.

A longer motorhome requires more awareness when turning, changing lanes, parking, and judging the space behind the vehicle. Many drivers adjust quickly, particularly because Class B motorhomes retain much of the driving position and visibility of the original van.

The difference between a compact model and a longer model is often most noticeable in parking lots, fuel stations, older campgrounds, and busy urban areas. On the highway, the added length may feel less significant once you become familiar with the vehicle.

Not always. Exterior length matters and provides more interior room, but the floorplan itself determines how effectively that space is used.

Two motorhomes of similar length can feel very different inside depending on the bed style, bathroom placement, aisle width, storage design, and amount of permanent furniture. A rear power sofa can create a larger daytime lounge, while a permanent bed uses more space but eliminates the need to prepare the sleeping area each night. After all, a large motorhome with a poorly laid out floorplan can feel just as cramped as a smaller motorhome with a smart layout design despite the difference in size. When comparing models, it’s best to consider how the space functions rather than relying on exterior measurements alone.

A traditional Class B motorhome is built within the original van body. This keeps the coach relatively narrow and can make it easier to drive, park, and use in smaller campsites.

A widebody motorhome begins with a cab chassis and adds a wider coach body behind the cab. Pleasure-Way’s widebody models measure 22 feet 9 inches long and 7 feet 11 inches wide with the mirrors retracted. This additional width creates room for features such as permanent bedrooms, larger bathrooms, separate living areas, and exterior storage compartments.

A Class B may be the better fit for travellers who prioritize mobility. A widebody may suit those who place greater value on interior room.

The best size depends less on the number of travellers and more on how those two people plan to use the space.

A compact motorhome can work well for short trips, frequent driving, and travellers who spend much of their time outdoors. A longer Class B provides more room for storage, larger bathrooms, longer countertops, or permanent sleeping arrangements while maintaining the familiar profile of a van. A widebody model may be preferable for extended travel, particularly when both travellers value larger areas for relaxing, sleeping, cooking, and getting ready.

A smaller motorhome can make travel more flexible, but choosing solely by length may require compromises in storage, sleeping arrangements, bathroom space, or daytime seating.

Start by identifying the features you would be least willing to give up. Once those priorities are clear, look for the shortest model that provides them comfortably. This approach helps balance mobility with the space you will use every day. It’s also important to identify how you plan on using the camper van. An owner who plans to be outside hiking or sightseeing all day may not need the largest van, they just need a place to cook and sleep. An owner who wants to escape the city and relax in the great outdoors may want to just lounge and watch TV, so a larger RV footprint would be better for them.

A permanent bed requires less preparation and keeps the sleeping area ready at all times. The trade-off is that the bed continues to occupy space during the day.

A power sofa gives the rear of the motorhome two purposes. It provides seating during the day and converts into a sleeping area at night. Completing the bed setup involves inserting support boards and ottoman cushions.

Choose a permanent bed if sleeping convenience is the priority. Choose a power sofa if you place greater value on daytime seating and open living space.

The Plateau TW, Plateau RB, Plateau XLRB, Plateau XLTW, and Ontour 2.2 RB offer sleeping areas that do not depend on converting a rear power sofa.

The Plateau TW and Plateau XLTW feature permanent twin beds. The Plateau XLRB has a fixed raised queen bed, while the Plateau RB and Ontour 2.2 RB use adaptable raised-bed designs that create storage beneath the sleeping area and can be arranged as twin beds or converted into a larger queen bed.

These layouts may suit travellers who want their bed available throughout the day, or want the increased storage benefits that come from a permanent bed.

The Plateau TW has two 30-by-74-inch twin beds, while the Plateau XLTW has two elevated 32-by-74-inch beds. The Plateau RB and Ontour 2.2 RB can also be used as twins or converted into a queen bed with a centre insert. Similarly, it’s common for people to treat our power sofa models as connected twins by not inserting the bed boards or ottoman cushions.

Twin beds make it easier for each person to enter or leave the sleeping area without climbing over the other. They can also work well for travellers with different sleeping schedules.

The Plateau XLRB has a permanent 80-by-60-inch raised queen bed. Storage drawers and a wardrobe are located beneath the bed, while a large exterior garage occupies the lower rear portion of the coach.

The Plateau RB and Ontour 2.2 RB also provide raised sleeping arrangements, and their beds are designed to adapt when additional cargo height is needed.

Twin-bed models such as the Plateau TW and Plateau XLTW allow each traveller to access a separate bed directly from the aisle. The Plateau FL is another option for couples with different schedules. Its front lounge creates a second place to sit, dine, or work while the rear power sofa remains arranged as a bed.

The Ascent TS converts into a 70-by-72-inch queen bed, while the Lexor TS provides a 73-by-76-inch queen arrangement. The Plateau XLTS has a 75-by-74-inch rear bed. You’ll find all power sofa models tend to be fairly similar in size.

The Plateau RB and Ontour 2.2 RB provide approximately 42 cubic feet of rear storage with the bed in its standard position. Folding the bed increases the potential storage area to approximately 94 cubic feet and creates additional vertical clearance. These layouts are useful when cargo size changes between trips.

The Plateau XLRB and Plateau XLTW have a 64-cubic-foot rear garage with three locking exterior doors. This allows the storage area to be accessed from the rear and both sides of the motorhome. An exterior garage can help keep larger, damp, or dirty equipment separate from the main living area. The Plateau XLTS doesn’t have a large exterior garage like the others, but still has a couple smaller exterior storage lockers you can put gear in. If these floorplans don’t fit your needs but you still want some exterior storage, consider attaching a storage locker to the hitch of a different floorplan.

The Plateau RB, Ontour 2.2 RB, Plateau XLRB, and Plateau XLTW are the strongest  and most secure starting points for travellers carrying bicycles. The raised-bed models provide additional vertical cargo space. The widebody models provide rear garage storage that can be reached through exterior doors. Bicycle dimensions vary, particularly when handlebars, pedals, baskets, racks, or e-bike components are included. Measure the complete bicycle and compare it with the actual storage opening and interior compartment before purchasing. If you don’t want one of these floorplans, but want to bring bikes, you would have to equip an RV hitch bike rack.

Not necessarily. Raised permanent beds can create substantial storage below the sleeping area. The Plateau XLRB places its queen bed above drawers, a wardrobe, and the rear garage. The Plateau XLTW uses elevated twin beds above its garage, while the Plateau RB and Ontour 2.2 RB allow portions of their bed structures to move when greater cargo height is required. A lower permanent bed like the Plateau TW may be easier to access, but a raised bed usually provides more room underneath. Often it’s the power sofa variations that have less interior storage, since below the sofa structure you have the sofa motor and many electrical components installed underneath.

Make a list of the equipment you regularly bring rather than estimating based on an empty storage compartment. Consider bicycles, chairs, tools, electrical cords, hoses, outdoor cooking equipment, pet supplies, seasonal clothing, and recreational gear. Pay attention to the shape of each compartment as well as its total volume. A large storage area may still be unsuitable if its opening is too narrow for the item you plan to carry. You should also take into account how long you’d like your trips to be and what you can refill or buy along the way.

Take this into account for both exterior and interior storage.

A wet bath combines the shower, toilet, and sometimes a sink area within one waterproof room. The walls and floor are designed to become wet while the shower is being used. This arrangement takes up less space than a dry bathroom, leaving more room for the bed, kitchen, storage, or lounge. The trade-off is that some surfaces may need to be wiped down after showering.

A dry bathroom keeps the shower separate from the toilet and vanity area. Currently, the Plateau XLTS is the only Pleasure-Way model with a private dry bathroom. It includes a 32-inch enclosed corner shower, vanity, sink, storage, and residential-style ceramic toilet.

Our Lexor TS and Ontour 2.2 have one of our bigger wet baths in our Class-B lineup. It includes a vanity sink, ceramic toilet, handheld showerhead, storage, and dedicated shower pan. The Plateau XLRB however, uses its widebody construction to provide the largest private wet bathroom with a separate sink, vanity storage, medicine cabinet, and ceramic toilet.

A wet bath is generally straightforward to clean because its surfaces are designed to handle water. Keeping the space comfortable comes down to ventilation, allowing surfaces to dry, and storing towels and toiletries where they will remain protected during a shower. When viewing a model, look at the floor space, shower curtain placement, ventilation, storage, and the amount of room available around the toilet. Note, despite the wet bath’s surfaces being able to handle water, it’s still important to wipe down your wet bath and keep wet objects off surfaces after a shower in order to help maintain its durability & longevity.

Every floorplan involves trade-offs. Increasing the bathroom size may leave less room for storage, seating, kitchen counters, or a permanent bed. This does not make one layout better than another, but it means you should consider how often you’ll use the bathroom compared with the other areas of the motorhome. Some people prefer using campground facilities, so a large shower or bathroom may be lower on your list of priorities.

The Plateau FL has a rear power sofa lounge and a separate front lounge created by the swivel cab seats, workstation, television, and table position. The front area can remain available even when the rear sofa is arranged as a bed. This is the most useful floorplan for couples who desire separate living areas.

Otherwise, the majority of our vans have swivelling driver and passenger seats and a Lagun table mount nearby, allowing you to turn the front cab of your van into a small space to relax. Some models like the Plateau TW have flip up workstations near the swivel seats, perfect for those that need a separate work area.

The Plateau TS is the strongest option for buyers who prioritize a large galley. It has an extended kitchen area with approximately six feet of Corian countertop, an eight-cubic-foot refrigerator, and a large sink. Both our Plateau FL and Plateau TW also have a large six foot Corian countertop, but with a slightly smaller refrigerator. The long counter can provide more preparation and serving space for travellers who cook regularly inside the motorhome or need the space for small appliances. All of our models have a Lagun mount nearby, which lets you further increase your countertop space by setting up a table next to it.

The majority of our floorplans have a front and rear Lagun table mounting location, allowing the table to move between its two living areas. More than one table location gives travellers flexibility without requiring both people to use the same part of the motorhome. The Plateau FL is one of the strongest for front and rear end dining when it comes to usable dining space. Models with a permanent bed unfortunately don’t have the luxury of multiple dining locations, but they still provide a separate dedicated dining spot.

The Plateau FL is a strong choice because it provides more than one living area. Rear sofa models such as the Plateau TS, Lexor TS, Ontour 2.2, Ontour 2.0, Ascent TS, and Plateau XLTS also create comfortable daytime lounges. Their beds are stored within the seating arrangement until they are needed at night. The Plateau XLRB contains a permanent raised queen bed with a large 43″ TV, perfect for travellers who love to spend their time watching movies.

Consider counter space, refrigerator capacity, storage, and appliance placement. Think about how you actually prepare meals. Someone who mainly makes coffee and quick meals may only need a compact galley, while a traveller who loves to cook a variety of meals may place greater value on an extended counter and larger refrigerator. All of our models come with the same deep under-mounted sink, roof vent fan, and single electric induction stovetop.

The Ascent and Plateau models use the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter with a diesel powertrain.
The Ontour models use the Ford Transit with a gasoline engine.
The Lexor TS uses the Ram ProMaster with a gasoline engine.

Each platform has a different seating position, dashboard layout, step-in height, visibility, and driving feel.

The interior floorplan will usually have a greater effect on daily living than the badge on the front of the motorhome. Start by identifying the bed, bathroom, storage, and seating arrangement you need. Once you have narrowed the list, compare the chassis used by those models. A preferred chassis may still be the deciding factor, but it should not cause you to overlook a floorplan that better supports your travel routine.

The current Ontour 2.2 AWD is built on the Ford Transit all-wheel-drive platform. It measures 21 feet 10 inches and uses a rear lounge and queen-bed arrangement. All-wheel drive may provide added confidence in certain road and weather conditions, but it does not replace appropriate tires, careful driving, or attention to road conditions. We are actively looking into expanding our selection of AWD, so it’s best to keep an eye out on our future releases.

Yes. Seat position, windshield shape, mirror placement, steering feel, control layout, vehicle width, and turning behaviour can vastly differ between the Sprinter, Transit, and ProMaster. Specifications alone cannot show which one will feel most comfortable to a particular driver. Sit in each chassis, adjust the seat and mirrors, enter and exit the living area, and take a test drive when possible.

Start with the bed.

Decide if you want twin beds, a fixed queen bed, or a rear sofa that converts at night. The bed occupies a significant part of the floorplan and your life on the road. Try to take things further by imagining yourself 3 months into an RV trip, are you still converting your power sofa between nighttime setup & daytime lounge daily, or are you keeping it as a bed round the clock? Are you laying on your permanent bed wishing you had room to host friends in your RV? Your current daily habits at home can be a good reflection of what your habits will be on the road, like if you make your bed each morning, your type of cooking, etc. Maybe the convenience of having just the option of a lounge or bed at any time is what you like, and that’s great! You may not even care about having a lounge option, or you plan on eating/working at a campsite picnic table, or using one of the lagun table mounts in the unit. It’s incredibly important to visualize your daily schedule/habits to really nail this decision down with confidence.

Once the bed type is clear, start comparing bathrooms, storage, seating, and chassis preferences with the same type of thought process.

The major floorplan elements are the most difficult to change after purchase so focus on those:
Bed type, Bathroom style, Amount/Shape of storage, Seating options, Kitchen space, Interior aisle width, Exterior length and width

Finishes and smaller conveniences may affect the experience, but they should not distract from a layout that does not meet your basic needs.

Picture the same full day in each model. Consider where you will prepare breakfast, store clothing, sit during poor weather, use the bathroom, charge devices, and place equipment. Then imagine preparing the bed and moving through the coach after the sleeping area is set up. Is there anything lacking between the two? Is there anything you can personally add or install to the floorplan to account for the differences? Sometimes it can be as simple as installing a 3M command strip on a wall to hang something.

Bring the measurements of anything important that you intend to carry, particularly bicycles, CPAP machines, potential sporting gear, and other luggage. It can also help to bring a tape measure and a list of non-negotiable features or questions. Sit on the beds, stand in the bathroom, open the drawers, turn the cab seats, and move through the aisle while another person is inside.

Not necessarily. More features can also mean a larger vehicle, additional systems to maintain, or space dedicated to something you may rarely use.