{"id":346866,"date":"2025-04-14T15:04:51","date_gmt":"2025-04-14T21:04:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.interactcp.com\/blog\/bishscom\/?p=346866"},"modified":"2025-04-17T12:30:11","modified_gmt":"2025-04-17T18:30:11","slug":"2024-vs-2025-new-rvs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.interactcp.com\/blog\/bishscom\/2024-vs-2025-new-rvs\/","title":{"rendered":"The 2025 RV is Newer\u2014So Why Is the 2024 Camper a Better Deal?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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Why would a brand-new 2024 camper cost less than a brand-new 2025 model of the same RV?

If they\u2019re both new, is the 2025 actually worth more?

At Bish\u2019s RV, we\u2019ve been helping families shopping for campers cut through the confusion and score great deals for over 30 years.

In this article, we\u2019ll compare new 2024 and new 2025 RVs \u2014 and explore why buying the older \u201cnew\u201d camper might be the smarter move.

By the time you\u2019re done reading, you\u2019ll know how to spot a real deal and avoid overpaying just because a sticker says 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What Makes a 2024 RV \u201cNew,\u201d Anyway?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Not all \u201cnew\u201d RVs just rolled off the line. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A brand-new 2024 RV might have been built last year and sat on a dealer lot for months \u2014 but if it hasn\u2019t been titled or owned, it\u2019s still legally and officially new.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019re getting a camper that\u2019s never been used, even if it\u2019s technically a year older than the latest models. It still qualifies for full factory warranty coverage<\/strong> in most cases and goes through the same pre-delivery inspection (PDI) process as a 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Think of it like buying last year\u2019s car that\u2019s still got the sticker on it and no miles on the odometer \u2014 it\u2019s new to you, and your savings might be significant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What\u2019s Actually Different Between a 2024 and 2025 RV?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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What\u2019s Actually Different Between a 2024 and 2025 RV? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

In many cases? Not much.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Most 2025 RVs are nearly identical to their 2024 versions. Same floorplans, same specs, same core features. The biggest difference might just be the number on the sticker\u2014or a few cosmetic upgrades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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These 2 Floor Plans Look the Same \u2014 But One of Them is $3,000 Less.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Take the Forest River Wildwood X-Lite 261BHXL<\/strong>, for example. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 2025 version adds some slick upgrades: new lighting, updated backsplash, a single-bowl sink, JBL speakers, and a movable pet step. There\u2019s also a bedroom redesign\u2014one side storage cabinet was removed and the other side cabinet was made larger, which opens up the bed space a bit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nice touches? Sure. Game changers? Not really.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the end of the day, the 2024 model has the same layout, the same sleeping capacity, and nearly identical specs\u2014and it costs $3,000 less<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ve walked through both versions of this camper side by side here at Bish\u2019s, and unless that pet step and floating shelf are exactly what you\u2019ve been dreaming of, the 2024 version gives you everything you need for less.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Why the 2024 Might Be the Smarter Buy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Popular Easy-to-Tow Family Bunkhouse — Jayco Jay Flight 261BHS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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RV pricing isn\u2019t just about model year\u2014it\u2019s about timing, supply, and what\u2019s happening behind the scenes at the dealership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That 2024 RV? It\u2019s been on the lot for a while, which means the dealer is more motivated to sell it. In fact, they might be paying monthly fees (called curtailments<\/a>) just to keep it there. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The longer it sits, the more likely they are to discount it\u2014sometimes even below their own cost\u2014just to move it out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That means you can grab a brand-new RV with the full warranty, same quality, and nearly identical features for thousands less, just because you\u2019re willing to go with a model that\u2019s technically \u201clast year.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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And here\u2019s something a lot of people don\u2019t realize\u2014some newer model year RVs actually have fewer features than the previous year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s called de-contenting<\/em>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To keep prices down (or profits up), some manufacturers quietly swap out solid-surface countertops for pressed laminate, remove drawers, downgrade the entertainment system, or cut out little touches like sink covers or power awnings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

That 2025 might be \u201cnewer,\u201d but that doesn\u2019t always mean \u201cbetter.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bottom line? If you\u2019re choosing between two brand-new RVs that look the same, tow the same, and camp the same\u2014the one that costs less and has more features is usually the better deal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wondering if now’s a good time to buy? Here’s when RV prices are lowest<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What to Watch Out For When Buying a 2024 RV<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Buying a brand-new RV that\u2019s been on the lot for a while can be a great deal\u2014but it\u2019s still smart to go in with eyes open.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Start by giving the camper a good look. While it hasn\u2019t been used, it has<\/em> likely been sitting outside. Check the roof seals, tires, and decals for any signs of sun fade, cracking, or wear from the elements. Most of the time, any issues are minor (and your dealer should fix them), but it\u2019s worth asking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Next, ask when the warranty clock starts ticking<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In most cases, your warranty begins when you sign the paperwork\u2014but double-check just to be sure. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some manufacturers may start the coverage based on when the dealer received the RV, especially if it\u2019s been sitting for a while.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And lastly, consider resale value. A 2024 RV may technically look \u201cone year older\u201d when you sell it later\u2014but if you bought it for thousands less, that extra year of depreciation may not matter much.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bottom line:<\/strong> just because it\u2019s been parked doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019s a bad buy. Do a walkaround, ask a few questions, and you could end up with a better RV for less money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Thinking of trading in your camper?<\/strong>
Find out what it\u2019s worth before you decide.
Check Your Camper\u2019s Trade-In Value \u2192<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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