Winnebago has a new compact motorhome for people who like the idea of camper vans, but also like standing room, flexible sleeping space, and a bathroom that feels less like a negotiation.The new Winnebago Elora/Resa is a compact Class C motorhome built on a Ram ProMaster chassis with a 159-inch wheelbase. It measures just 20 feet 4 inches long, which puts it close to camper van territory, but the layout is designed to feel more like a small motorhome than a converted van with good intentions.View the 2 images of this gallery on the original articleAdvertisementAdvertisementIt sits in that useful middle ground between "I brought a van" and "I accidentally bought a house with headlights."That middle ground is probably the whole point. Many RV shoppers want something easier to drive and park than a traditional Class C, but they also want more living comfort than a basic Class B van can offer. Winnebago says the Elora/Resa seats six and sleeps up to four, giving families, weekend travelers, and outdoor hobbyists a compact rig that does not immediately require a campground strategy meeting.The rear of the Elora/Resa uses a fold-down dinette with a powered WinnSleep full-size bed. Available bunk-style sleeping options help expand the layout, while the rear area can also open up for gear storage. That matters for people carrying bikes, boards, fishing gear, camping equipment, or whatever else convinces them that the garage at home was not full enough already.The bathroom may be the headline feature for some buyers. Winnebago gives the Elora/Resa a full wet-dry bath with a pivoting door that separates the shower from the cassette toilet and sink. In small RVs, that kind of detail can make the difference between "clever use of space" and "I'll just wait until we get to the gas station."View the 2 images of this gallery on the original articleAdvertisementAdvertisementThe galley is also built for real use, not just brochure photography. It includes a portable induction cooktop, a 5.3-cubic-foot refrigerator, and a convection microwave with an air fryer. Winnebago also lists standard solar power, 5,000 watt-hours of lithium batteries, chassis-fueled heating, and an optional hybrid generator.The Elora/Resa is not trying to be an off-road monster or a luxury land yacht. It is more about keeping RV travel approachable. That also means buyers do not have to put a luxury SUV like the 2027 BMW X5 to work towing a camper, or step into a large truck-and-trailer setup just to get a bed and bathroom on the road.It also gives Winnebago a compact answer for shoppers looking at the growing world of camper vans and small RVs. Some buyers may still prefer a more rugged adventure van or a four-season camper, but the Elora/Resa aims for something simpler: familiar driving, flexible living space, and enough comfort to make hotel planning optional.Winnebago says the Elora/Resa is expected to arrive at dealers in July with an advertised price of $153,772. That is not cheap in normal-car terms, but in RV terms it puts the new compact Class C in a space where it could tempt buyers who want more than a van without jumping straight into a rolling condo.AdvertisementAdvertisementFor people who want a compact RV that can sleep four, carry gear, and offer a real bathroom without growing into a 30-foot motorhome, Winnebago may have found a very useful size.This story was originally published by Men's Journal on Jul 1, 2026, where it first appeared in the News section. Add Men's Journal as a Preferred Source by clicking here.