Winnebago Motor Homes - How the 2026 Winnebago Sunflyer’s Floorplans and Power Systems Simplify Family Travel around Chicago, IL
Planning family adventures around Chicago, IL means balancing city traffic, campsite logistics, and everyone’s comfort once you park. The 2026 Winnebago Sunflyer™ streamlines the entire equation with a Ford® E-350 or E-450 chassis, a refined 7.3L V8, and four layouts that prioritize sleeping space, storage, and flow. Inside, a best-in-class kitchen makes meal prep easy thanks to a microwave/convection/air fryer, efficient two-burner cooktop, 10 cu. ft. 12V refrigerator/freezer, and a pantry that keeps essentials organized. A centrally located multiplex control system puts climate, lighting, tanks, and generator on one intuitive touchscreen. That means fewer steps and faster setup at the campground—so you can focus on what brought you outdoors in the first place. At Winnebago Motor Homes, serving Rockford, Chicago, and Madison, our specialists help match your travel style to the right layout, decor, and trim package for confident ownership from day one.
What truly sets the Sunflyer apart is the power and systems package designed for relaxed travel. A 4,000-watt flex power generator, automatic transfer switch, and automatic generator start work behind the scenes to keep comforts running. The coach integrates a smart load-shedding approach to balance draw and reduce hiccups on 30-amp service, while the AC/DC load center/converter and a 1,000-watt inverter support daily needs. With two deep-cycle coach batteries standard and solar prep on every model, the Sunflyer is ready for available solar upgrades that extend quiet-time comfort. Climate control is robust, with a 15,000 BTU air conditioner and an efficient furnace sized by floorplan, and available dual 13,500 BTU air conditioners on larger models improve summer confidence for families who chase peak season fun. Add safety tech—Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, automatic emergency braking, tire pressure monitoring, and traction and stability control—and you get a coach that feels composed from neighborhood streets to state park switchbacks.
Choosing a floorplan comes down to your crew’s routine. The 22RS is nimble yet sleeps six, featuring a rear slideout walk-around queen, a roomy bath, and the Dream Dinette™. The 24GG brings the brilliant rear gear garage beneath twin beds that convert to a king via the Flex Bed system—a favorite for cyclists, paddlers, and anyone traveling with bulky gear. The 26FE stretches living space with two slideouts and a flat floor for smooth front-to-back movement, while available theater seating elevates evenings in camp. The 28MB integrates a Murphy+ king bed with WinnSleep® system so lounge space grows by day, then transforms into a restful bedroom with nightstands and a wardrobe by night—plus the kitchen’s integrated coffee bar is a morning win. Across all layouts, the cabover bunk with safety net adds versatile sleeping, and bright LED lighting with USB-A and USB-C charging keeps the family powered up.
- Power confidence: 4,000-watt generator, automatic transfer switch, and automatic generator start keep essentials humming.
- Smart control: A multiplex touchscreen unifies climate, lighting, tank status, and generator functions for quick, simple setup.
- Flexible sleeping: Cabover bunk plus options like a walk-around queen, Murphy+ king, or twin-to-king Flex Bed system.
- Safety-forward driving: Rearview monitor with color camera, Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, and advanced driver-assist features.
- Storage that works: Lighted compartments, exterior LP hookup, and the 24GG gear garage for bikes, boards, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Which Sunflyer floorplan is best for active families with lots of gear?
The 24GG stands out with its rear gear garage beneath twin beds and a Flex Bed system that converts to a king. It carries bikes and bulky equipment without crowding the living area, and it still sleeps up to six.
Can the Sunflyer support off-grid stays without worry?
Yes. Every model includes solar prep, two deep-cycle coach batteries, a 1,000-watt inverter, and a 4,000-watt generator with automatic generator start. Available solar packages further extend quiet, generator-free comfort depending on your camping style.
What helps the Sunflyer feel easy to manage at busy campgrounds?
The multiplex control system consolidates climate, lighting, tanks, and generator on one touchscreen, while smart load shedding helps avoid power surprises on 30-amp service. Flat-floor layouts on select models also improve front-to-back movement.
How does the 28MB balance lounge space and bedroom comfort?
Its Murphy+ king bed with WinnSleep® system folds away to expand the lounge by day, then restores a comfortable bedroom with nightstands and wardrobe space at night—so you enjoy the best of both worlds without upsizing the coach.