How to choose the perfect recreational vehicle?

If you are thinking of purchasing a recreational vehicle in the short or mid-term, you will quickly notice that the amount of available models is astonishing, and that each offers different features in terms of size, weight, equipment, price and, of course, was type of vehicle is necessary for towing. 

So, which recreational vehicle would best answer to your needs and budget?  Here is a sneak peek of the different models available on the market, along with their main features!

Tent Trailer 

• Prices vary between $ 15,000 and $ 30,000 
• Between 15 and 23 feet
• Maximum occupancy is for 8 people, depending on make and model
• Weight: between 1,500 and 3,500 pounds

When entering the world of recreational vehicles, tent trailers are often viewed as the entry models.  They are affordable and allow you to take full advantage of the excitement of camping at a lower cost, but with comfort levels that are superior to what you would find in a regular tent. 

The sides of a Tent Trailer can be folded, facilitating transportation, towing and, obviously, storage.

Moreover, their light weight allows for them to be towed by several SUV models and even midsize sedans that are equipped with a V6 engine. 

Hybrid Travel Trailer 

• Generally between $ 12,000 and $ 35,000 
• From 15 to 29 feet 
• Maximum occupancy is for 8 people, depending on make and model
• Weight: between 2,500 and 3,500 pounds

Midway between a tent trailer and a Travail Trailer, the hybrid Travel Trailer has soft slide-outs at each end that, once opened, provide you with extra space for sleeping as well as added general interior space. 

It is also equipped with several amenities like a bathroom, a kitchen and, in larger models, a living room area.

Finally, this recreational vehicle can be towed by most SUVs and, of course, all light trucks. 

Travel Trailer/Caravan

• Generally between $ 15,000 to over $ 110,000
• From 12 to 42 feet
• Maximum occupancy is for 10 people, depending on make and model
• Weight: between 3,500 and 15,000 pounds

Travel Trailers are amongst the most popular recreational vehicles.  Even though lighter models can be towed by an SUV, they generally require a truck.  

Offering a comfortable interior with 1 or 2 bedrooms as well as other sleeping spaces, you will also find a full bathroom with shower, an equipped kitchen, a living room, and some even offer an electric fireplace and cinema seats, amongst other things. 

Moreover, contrary to tent trailers that have soft canvas slide-outs, Travel Trailers have entirely rigid sides and slide-outs, making it easier to heat when temperatures drop.  They also have superior insulation and soundproofing compared to a tent trailer or hybrid caravan. 

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Fifth Wheel Travel Trailer

• Generally between $ 25,000 to over $ 170,000
• Between 15 to 42 feet
• Maximum occupancy is for 10 people, depending on make and model
• Weight: between 7,000 and 15,000 pounds

Quite similar to a Travel Trailer, a Fifth Wheel stands out due to its particular shape. In fact, it has a front part that when towed, sits atop the pickup bed.  That is why you absolutely need a pickup truck for transport! This configuration has the advantage of offering greater stability since the caravan’s weight also spreads to the truck bed and is not only hauled behind the pickup. 

Just like for the Travel Trailer, inside you will find an equipped kitchen, a closed bedroom, a dining area and loads of storage spaces, without forgetting the sliding sections that also add onto the living space dimensions. 

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Park Trailers 

• Generally between $ 30,000 to over $ 120,000
• From 32 to 41 feet 
• Maximum occupancy is for 10 people, depending on make and model
• Weight: between 10,500 and 15,000 pounds

Also called a stationary trailer, this recreational vehicle is made to be transported only occasionally.  It can also be winterized. 

Perfect for seasonal campers, it can also be used as a secondary residence or even a cabin, and the interior offers as many amenities as a home, especially since the living space can be made even bigger thanks to the use of slide-outs (which vary in number depending on model).

Will this VR fulfill your needs?  A VR dealership can tell you all you need to know!

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Travel Trailer Toy Hauler ​

• Generally between $ 20,000 and over $ 160,000
• From 19 to 39 feet 
• Maximum occupancy is for 8 people, depending on make and model
• Weight: between 10,500 and 15,000 pounds

A Travel Trailer Toy Hauler basically offers the same features as a traditional Travel Trailer, except for the fact that it also includes a garage to store your motorcycle, snowmobile, kayak, etc. 

Moreover, it also has a foldable ramp to help you load and offload your ATVs and such. 

The Toy Hauler can be towed by a pickup –or, in certain cases, a large SUV- and can also be winterized, for those who love outdoor winter sports and activities!

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Class A Motorhomes

• Generally between $ 70,000 to over $ 700,000 
• Between 21 and 42 feet
• Maximum capacity is 6 people, depending on make and model

Resembling a bus, the Class A Motorhome is extremely popular amongst retirees, who love traveling with it months on end.  It offers a high level of luxury and comfort, and can also tow a car or a boat.

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Classe B Motorhome 

• Generally between $ 70,000 and $ 150,000 
• Between 16 and 21 feet
• Maximum capacity is 4 people, depending on make and model

A Class B Motorhome can be seen as a transportation van with a raised roof and converted into a true camping trailer.  Directly built into the original van, these vehicles are much less imposing than a Class A Motorhome, which makes them perfect for buyers looking for a recreational and versatile vehicle that is not as cumbersome. 

They can also tow a small boat or a car.

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Class C Motorhomes

• Generally between $ 60,000 and $ 200,000
• Between 21 and 35 feet
• Maximum capacity is 4 people, depending on make and model

Resembling miniature Class A Motorhomes, Class C Motorhomes combine, for example, a full kitchen, a bedroom and bathroom, offered in smaller and more compact dimensions than for a Class A Motorhome.  These recreational vehicles can have one or several slide-outs, depending on model. 

Moreover, they also have space above the driving cabin, which is generally used to sleep in. 

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Truck Trailer 

• Generally between $ 15,000 and $ 90,000 
• Between 12 and 20 feet
• Maximum capacity is 6 people, depending on make and model

Installed directly over a pickup bed, a truck trailer is very popular amongst those looking for an easy and quick on/off setup.  Since it is installed directly on the pickup, it also allows you to tow a boat or another trailer, for example. 

Compact yet versatile, truck trailers offer a maximised interior space and basic amenities like a bathroom and kitchen, as well as a dining area. 

Roulottes Lévesque— your RV dealership

The numerous Roulottes Lévesque dealerships close to Montreal and Laval offer a vast array of recreational vehicles for every taste, needs and budget.  Whether you are looking for a new or used RV, with your Roulottes Lévesque dealership, you will find a recreational vehicle model that will definitely meet your expectations, and offered to you at a very competitive price. 

Take advantage of customized advice from our seasoned team of experts, who will gladly answer all the questions you may have about our different RV models.  They can also give you all the information you need regarding the necessary towing capacity for each model, and check with you if your vehicle is powerful enough to carry the model you’ve got your heart set on. 

And if you are also shopping for a new truck or SUV to tow your future RV, the numerous Spinelli Group dealerships are there to help you make the best decision according to the recreational vehicle you have –or are looking to buy-, while also helping you respect your budget. 

By placing your trust in our seasoned team of professional Spinelli or Roulotte Lévesque experts, your next camping season will definitely be a great success!