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2010 Winnebago Class A - Diesel reviews

4.1 (3 reviews)
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5.0
Overall quality
4.3
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5.0
Driving/towing
4.3
Factory warranty
2.0

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Jason Zwolak

North Carolina

Reviewed on September 19, 2022

RV reviewed 2010 Winnebago Via 25R view listing

4.6
This RV was my primary home for nearly 3 years. Compared to other RVs out there I highly recommend the Winnebago Via 25R. My main complaint is drivability. Though it drives pretty alright on flat straight roads on a calm day... its narrow track and large rear overhang makes it very unstable in windy condition... read more
This RV was my primary home for nearly 3 years. Compared to other RVs out there I highly recommend the Winnebago Via 25R. My main complaint is drivability. Though it drives pretty alright on flat straight roads on a calm day... its narrow track and large rear overhang makes it very unstable in windy conditions and going over bumps in and out of parking lots. The wheels are several inches inside the body on both sides. Most class A diesels have wheels going all the way to the full width of the body and the rear wheels further back. This helps with stability. Though I cannot say my time in the Via was uneventful in terms of maintenance and repairs. I was living in it nearly full time and I did own a previous RV (so I have something to compare it to). My annual repair and maintenance bills were less expensive than fuel, and I drove about 6k miles a year at an avg of 15 mpg towing my VW Rabbit around 60-65 mph. This was in the day when diesel was about $2.75/gallon. I never had a catastrophic repair that required immediate attention and altering my plans. My previous RV... I cannot say the same about it. Both in terms of cost and catastrophe. I really loved the small exterior size that enabled me to go many places including right into my parents driveway when visiting them. Combine that with the open spacious interior that includes a full bath and queen size bed with guest loft bed and I was very happy. I found there was ample exterior storage for my needs and just enough interior storage. I do wish it had automatic leveling jacks. That would have been another plus. Leveling was sometimes a pain.
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5.0
Overall quality
5.0
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5.0
Driving/towing
3.0
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Ava Rich

Florida

Reviewed on May 24, 2021

RV reviewed 2010 Winnebago Via 25R view listing

3.8
I had trouble with the slide out room since I first got it in 2010. I tried to file a lemon law, but my lawyer said I could not. I had the back motor replaced five years ago; and this past year, the front motor needed to be replaced. Winnebago does not make this motor anymore. My mechanic fixed the motor,... read more
I had trouble with the slide out room since I first got it in 2010. I tried to file a lemon law, but my lawyer said I could not. I had the back motor replaced five years ago; and this past year, the front motor needed to be replaced. Winnebago does not make this motor anymore. My mechanic fixed the motor, but the gear pack and timing, etc would not allow me to extend the slide (unless I go to the default and have help pushing it out). So, at this time, I am camping with the slide room permanently in, which means that I cannot bring down the loft above the driver's seat. I can open my refrigerator to a 45 degree angle. Fortunately I replaced my fridge with one with a separate freezer; otherwise, I would not be able to use the freezer. I am planning to trade it in at the end of this year; and will have to take a major loss on account of the slide room issue. I am desperately trying to find the parts at RV graveyards. My Mercedes engine and Dodge Sprinter chassis run "like butter". I have kept everything sparkling clean. I have stored the original carpet for the purpose of re-selling it; however, since the slide room won't extend, the carpet is useless. I have loved this floorpan (VIA 25R) because the bed was over the wheel base, and there was only one TV. So perfect when I took my grandchildren camping. But apparently, the VIA was discontinued on account of the problems with the slide out mechanism. Why did they not recall the motorhome when they knew it had a problem? I have a record of all of the times I have had the slide out room "fixed". Another problem is the location of the battery. The first time I took it on a trip, it wound up in the shop in the Dodge dealer in Orlando for two weeks. They thought it was a computer problem, but they discovered that some metal was touching the battery. I had to rent a car and drive 500 miles back home. In the meantime, someone broke in to it, stole my bicycle and tried to take the TV. It was a nightmare. This was the same trip that the slide out room would not go in. My mechanic said he could fix it with any gear pack from a class C Winnebago. Still looking and still hoping, and still planning to trade it in by the end of this year.
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5.0
Overall quality
3.0
Floorplan
5.0
Driving/towing
5.0
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1.0
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Ron Ewasiuk

Nebraska

Reviewed on November 8, 2014

RV reviewed 2010 Winnebago Journey 34Y view listing

4.0
Having owned for four years, I have no complaints. The only issues were those caused by me as a Newbee to RVs. Motor has plenty of power to drive and tow a four door F150. Most trips, I towed the Ford and averaged 8.5 to 10 mpg while cruising at 68 mph. Last 2300 mile trip I averaged 9.6 mpg. My wife loves th... read more
Having owned for four years, I have no complaints. The only issues were those caused by me as a Newbee to RVs. Motor has plenty of power to drive and tow a four door F150. Most trips, I towed the Ford and averaged 8.5 to 10 mpg while cruising at 68 mph. Last 2300 mile trip I averaged 9.6 mpg. My wife loves the full sized bath and shower. The four door refrigerator with icemaker keeps everything cold and fresh. Actually, all of the appliances are on par with my home or better! With the hydraulic leveling system I can be set up in about 10 minutes and be ready to hit the road in about the same time. There is plenty of room for extended stays without feeling cramped. The full wall slide along with the other two slides really makes the unit roomy. There is enough on board water and waste water storage for a week of dry camping. The Diesel generator when needed sips fuel and is muffled quite well. I don't think you would be disappointed with this model.
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