Winnebago Motor Homes - Milwaukee, WI Adventure Planning with the 2027 Winnebago EKKO™ Sprinter’s AWD Confidence and Gear Garage
For shoppers comparing compact Class C motor homes, the EKKO™ Series deserves attention because it solves a common problem: many RVs offer comfort but feel large, while many camper vans feel nimble but limit storage and living space. The EKKO™ bridges that gap with a design that blends camper-van efficiency, Class C capacity, AWD capability, and a surprisingly functional interior. That makes it especially relevant for buyers who want one coach for urban driving, highway travel, trail access, and gear-heavy weekends without moving into a larger motor home category.
Milwaukee-area travelers often plan routes that include city parking, interstate driving, state park access roads, bike paths, lakeshore destinations, and family visits across Wisconsin and northern Illinois. A coach with a shorter overall length, thoughtful storage, and strong all-weather features can make those plans easier. Our team at Winnebago Motor Homes helps shoppers evaluate the EKKO™ Series with that real-world mix in mind, serving Madison, Milwaukee, and Rockford with product knowledge focused on how each floorplan, chassis, and available option supports actual travel habits.
Why AWD Capability Matters in the EKKO™ Series
The EKKO™ Series offers two distinct AWD chassis approaches. The EKKO Transit 22A uses the FORD® AWD TRANSIT CHASSIS with a 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 gas engine and 10-speed automatic Selectshift® transmission w/overdrive. The EKKO Sprinter 23B uses the MERCEDES-BENZ® AWD SPRINTER CHASSIS with a 2.0L high-output, turbo-diesel 4-cylinder engine and 9-speed automatic transmission with overdrive. Both are designed to give drivers added confidence when roads become uneven, unpaved, or less predictable, while still keeping the coach compact enough for everyday navigation.
AWD is not just about remote travel. It can help when entering gravel campsite loops, crossing damp grass at an event area, navigating construction-roughened roads, or reaching a trailhead with changing surface conditions. The EKKO™ also adds details that support this purpose, including all-season or all-terrain tire equipment by model, stylized performance aluminum wheels, added ground clearance within the EKKO™ mission, and a compact exterior width of 7'2.5". For drivers who do not want a bulky coach but still want capability beyond a basic van platform, this combination is a major advantage.
Storage That Works for Bikes, Skis, Tools, and Travel Gear
The heated rear gear garage is one of the most practical reasons to consider the EKKO™. The Transit 22A offers 65.3 cu. ft. of estimated exterior storage, with the rear garage accounting for 54.6 cu. ft. The Sprinter 23B offers 64 cu. ft. of exterior storage, with the rear garage equating to 55 cu. ft. That is substantial space in a motor home that remains easy to drive and park compared with larger Class C models.
The garage is more than an empty compartment. It includes an L-Track cargo tie down system, removable floor liner, 110V/12V charging ports, and LED lighting. On EKKO Sprinter content, large heated pass-through storage with MOLLE panels is also highlighted for outdoor equipment organization. This matters for cyclists, paddlers, anglers, photographers, pet owners, and anyone who dislikes moving outdoor gear through the living area. A well-designed gear garage keeps the coach cleaner and keeps essential equipment accessible.
- Secure cargo management: L-Track tie-down capability helps stabilize bulky items during travel.
- Cleaner interior living: Outdoor gear can stay in the garage rather than across the floor or bed area.
- Useful power access: 110V/12V charging ports support equipment, accessories, and portable devices.
- Better visibility: LED lighting makes loading and organizing gear easier at any point in the travel day.
- Heated storage benefit: The garage design helps support gear protection during cooler travel conditions.
Off-Grid Comfort Without Overcomplication
The EKKO™ Series is built around the idea that owners may want to spend time away from hookups. Standard equipment includes a 2,000-watt pure sine wave inverter/80-amp charger, a 320-amp-hour Lithionics® lithium ion battery with Bluetooth® control package and battery pack heating system, automatic dual-battery charge control, a dedicated second alternator to charge coach batteries, a 30-amp. power cord, and solar charging systems by model. The Transit 22A lists two 190-watt and one 120-watt solar panel/battery charger, while the Sprinter 23B lists two 215-watt and one 100-watt solar panel/battery charger.
Power choices can be customized further. The 22A offers an option to remove the 2,800-watt gas generator, and eligible configurations can add an additional 320-amp-hour Lithionics® lithium-ion battery when requirements are met. The 23B offers an option to remove the 2,500-watt LP generator and can be equipped with a 630-amp-hour lithium ion battery when paired with required equipment. For shoppers comparing generator-based and lithium-forward camping styles, this flexibility is important. It allows the EKKO™ to support quiet power preferences, longer stays, and modern device charging needs.
Interior Comfort That Fits the Footprint
The EKKO™ interior feels carefully planned rather than crowded. Both models include LED ceiling lights, tinted dual-pane euro acrylic windows with screen and cassette shade, vinyl flooring throughout, a color touchscreen systems monitor panel, 110V, 12V, USB-A & USB-C charging ports, satellite system readiness, an amplified digital HDTV antenna, and a deluxe powered ventilator fan with remote. Those features support daily convenience, but the larger achievement is how seating, sleeping, cooking, and bathing are arranged in a compact coach.
The EKKO Sprinter 23B offers a forward-facing lounge, removable pedestal table, side-facing fixed sofa with lap belt, and flexible sleeping arrangements that include 32" x 80" twin beds with the WinnSleep® System plus a flex bed configuration. The EKKO Transit 22A offers forward-facing dinette seating and 32" x 76" twin beds with the WinnSleep® System. Both models use a dry/wet bath with pivoting wall, a clever design that improves space efficiency while adding a shower, molded round sink, swiveling cassette toilet, medicine cabinet, mirror, robe hooks, and Oxygenics® shower head. The bath can also function as a practical rinse or drying area for select gear after outdoor activities.
Key EKKO™ Details Online Shoppers Should Compare
If you are researching the EKKO™ from home, comparing the right details can save time and help you ask better questions. Chassis selection matters, but so do storage volume, sleeping capacity, galley preferences, power package, and available exterior features. The Transit 22A and Sprinter 23B share many strengths, yet each brings a slightly different personality to the EKKO™ lineup.
- Choose your chassis preference: Compare the FORD® AWD TRANSIT CHASSIS gas platform with the MERCEDES-BENZ® AWD SPRINTER CHASSIS turbo-diesel platform.
- Review sleeping needs: The Transit 22A lists sleeping capacity up to 4, while the Sprinter 23B lists sleeping capacity up to 5.
- Consider gear volume: Both models offer large exterior storage, including rear garage space designed for outdoor equipment.
- Evaluate cooking style: The Transit galley includes a 2-burner LP range cooktop, while the Sprinter galley features portable induction cooking and a microwave/convection oven.
- Match power preferences: Solar, lithium battery capacity, generator equipment, and generator-delete options can shape how the coach supports off-grid stays.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Is the EKKO™ more like a camper van or a Class C motor home?
The EKKO™ combines both ideas. It keeps a compact, efficient feel similar to a camper van while adding the living space, storage capacity, and systems typically associated with a Class C coach. That blend is a major reason many shoppers consider it a unique category of RV.
Which EKKO™ floorplan is best for extra seating and sleeping flexibility?
The EKKO Sprinter 23B is especially strong for seating and sleeping flexibility because it includes a forward-facing lounge, removable pedestal table, side-facing fixed sofa with lap belt, twin beds with the WinnSleep® System, flex bed functionality, and a listed sleeping capacity up to 5.
Can the EKKO™ support multi-season travel?
Yes, the EKKO™ Series is designed with all-season features such as extensive insulation, dual-pane acrylic windows, enclosed water tanks and water lines inside the coach, a heated holding tank compartment above the floor, and Truma® VarioHeat™ comfort. Winnebago recommends following the winter use guidelines and winterization procedures in the owner’s manual whenever camping in freezing conditions.
Why is the gear garage such a big advantage?
The gear garage helps keep bulky outdoor equipment organized, protected, and separate from the living area. With heated storage, tie-down capability, power access, removable flooring, and LED lighting, it supports active travel without turning the interior into a storage room.
What should online buyers confirm before choosing an EKKO™?
Buyers should confirm the exact chassis, floorplan, décor, exterior color, power equipment, available accessories, sleeping configuration, and included options on the specific coach under consideration. Features and specifications can vary, so our team can help verify the details before purchase decisions are made.
The EKKO™ Series makes sense for buyers who want a motor home that can work as a capable travel base rather than just a place to sleep. Its AWD platforms, heated gear garage, flexible interior, off-grid power systems, and all-season construction come together in a compact package that feels purposeful from front to back. For Milwaukee, WI shoppers comparing versatility, storage, and confidence in one RV, the EKKO™ is a smart model to keep at the top of the list.
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