Winnebago Motor Homes - 2025 Winnebago View: How Winnebago Connect™ and Mercedes-Benz® Safety Elevate Travel around Chicago, IL
Today's best motorhomes combine intuitive control, quiet power, and confidence on the road. Two standouts shaping that experience are Winnebago Connect™ and the Mercedes-Benz® safety suite found on models like the View® and Navion. Together, they remove friction from trip planning and daily travel—giving you fingertip control over the coach and next-level driver assistance to reduce fatigue.
Winnebago Connect™ centralizes your coach's essentials—lighting, HVAC, water pump and heater, slideout, awning, and power monitoring—into a responsive, integrated system. You can manage it from a wall-mounted touchscreen or smartphone. Features like Pet Minder let you set a comfort threshold for your companion and receive alerts, while remote diagnostics and over-the-air software updates streamline support. Because the tech stack is vertically integrated, the system feels cohesive, not bolted-on—every touch is purposeful, and alerts are intelligent rather than intrusive.
On the chassis, Mercedes-Benz® augments the drive with MBUX® navigation and voice control, a digital rearview mirror, Active Brake Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Attention Assist, and available DISTRONIC PLUS® adaptive cruise control. The result is a motorhome that's easier to maneuver in traffic, more stable at highway speeds, and less tiring when you encounter long construction zones or crosswinds. The 9-speed automatic transmission paired with a high-output 2.0L turbo-diesel supports smooth acceleration and calmer cabin noise, helping conversations and music sound natural without raising your voice.
Inside, the experience is equally refined. Choose a U-Shaped dinette or TrueComfort+ sofa, and add available theater seating with swivel tables for movie nights enhanced by the optional Entertainment Package with a Blu-ray™ player and Bluetooth® soundbar. The galley's hybrid LP/induction cooktop, 10.0 cu. ft. 12V refrigerator/freezer, and lighted soft-close drawers make cooking simpler. Sleeping comfort gets a boost from the FROLI® deluxe sleeping system, while the SuperShell™ Sleeper Deck brings better thermal and acoustic insulation so mornings are quieter and evenings stay cozy.
Power management is just as thoughtful. A 2,000-watt pure sine wave inverter supports household devices, roof solar contributes clean charging, and lithium-ion battery options extend quiet hours at camp. The Truma AquaGo® Comfort Plus tankless water heater provides continuous hot water, and heated drainage plus TrueLevel™ tank monitoring reduce guesswork in cold and shoulder seasons.
For shoppers comparing options, these are the practical questions to ask—and how this platform answers them:
- How easy is daily setup: Connect™ brings slide, awning, lights, and HVAC into one interface, reducing steps at arrival and departure.
- What defines on-road confidence: Active safety features and the digital rearview mirror increase awareness, while available DISTRONIC PLUS® eases longer highway stretches.
- Can I customize comfort: Seating choices, dual-pane acrylic windows, and lithium power options allow you to tailor quiet, warmth, and lounge feel.
- How do I plan for growth: A roof wiring access port and portable solar plug make it straightforward to expand power as your travel patterns evolve.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I control my coach remotely with Winnebago Connect™?
Yes. Core systems are controllable via the in-coach touchscreen and your smartphone. Remote features like alerts and select adjustments can extend beyond the campsite, with over-the-air updates adding functionality over time.
What safety features help most on long drives?
MBUX® with navigation and voice control reduces distraction, the digital rearview mirror improves situational awareness, and Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active Brake Assist, Attention Assist, and available DISTRONIC PLUS® help reduce fatigue on interstates and in rolling traffic.
Can I expand power later?
Yes. The electrical system includes a roof wiring access port and a plug for an additional portable solar panel. Lithium-ion smart batteries with Bluetooth® control are available to increase capacity and insight into state of charge.
Who supports service and accessories?
Winnebago Motor Homes provides factory-trained service, thorough parts sourcing, and guidance on compatibility—from seating options to leveling systems and connectivity upgrades—so add-ons work cleanly with onboard systems.
When you want a motorhome that feels intuitive and composed, focus on two pillars: a coach control system that keeps every routine simple, and a safety suite that takes the edge off traffic and distance. Our team is dedicated to helping you choose the right floorplan and features for your travel style, then supporting you over the long run with maintenance, parts, and smart upgrade paths—serving Chicago, Madison, and Milwaukee—so every trip begins with confidence.