Winnebago Thrive 24RKS Review: Best Lightweight Travel Trailer for 2025?

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Side view of a Winnebago Thrive travel trailer displayed indoors, featuring a bold black-and-white exterior design, dual axles, two entry doors, and retractable steps on artificial turf.

Winnebago just added a new model to their Thrive lineup and we think it’s something special! If you’re in the market for a towable RV that’s half-ton friendly, loaded with practical features, not just shiny upgrades, this one should be a trailer you consider.

This premium travel trailer isn’t just about looks, it’s about smart living, intentional details, and comfort that takes your traveling experience to the next level. The coolness factor is just an added bonus!

Table of Contents

24RKS Living & Dining
24RKS Kitchen
24RKS Bathroom
24RKS Bedroom
24RKS Exterior
24RKS Road Mode

Living & Dining Area: Lounge-Ready & Light-Filled

Step inside the Thrive 24RKS and you will instantly feel like you are in a space that feels as calm as it is curated. Winnebago ditched the cold, sterile look for clean lines, blonde wood finishes, and neutral-toned seating. It’s the a light, warm, and relaxing vibe.

A modern RV dinette with light wood bench seating and beige cushions, featuring a center-mounted wooden table set in front of a large window. Simple decorative items sit on the table.
A wooden RV dinette with light beige cushions converted into a bed, with storage compartments underneath and a fire extinguisher visible nearby on the floor.
  • The oversized dream dinette rivals what you’d find in brands like Arctic Fox, without the awkward rear bench
  • Convertible dinette with hidden cushion storage and extra sleeping capacity
Interior view of an RV showing a mounted TV above a large window with closed blinds, positioned above a dinette table with decorative items. Light cabinetry surrounds the TV.

The large panoramic window near the dinette offers natural light, while soft-glow residential lighting keeps the mood warm and consistent, day or night.

  • 6’8” ceiling height with 15,000 BTU A/C
  • No floor ducting for a cleaner and more pet-friendly interior
  • One-piece molded kitchen countertop, no seams or no delamination risks
  • Soft-close cabinetry throughout
A pair of tan RV recliners with plush cushions and one extended footrest, featuring a swivel tray table and cup holder, positioned by a window inside a travel trailer.
  • Theater style recliner seating with built-in tray
Interior of an RV showing a tan recliner next to a wood-paneled wall and a kitchen area with a black oven, blue-lit knobs, and a refrigerator; text overlay notes a 7" slideout extension update.

Stay tuned as this model prototype will change!

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Kitchen: Is It Functional?

Is the Thrive 24RKS functional? The short answer, yes, the kitchen is a standout feature, but it’s not oversized.

Modern RV kitchen interior with a large window over a countertop, black oven with glowing blue knobs, built-in microwave, upper and lower cabinets, a booth dinette with a wooden table, and part of a tan recliner.
  • Fiberglass countertops with an integrated sink, creating a modern aesthetic while making cleanup quick.
  • Dedicated pantry with pull-out bins, utensil and trash storage, and space for a microwave or convection oven.
RV kitchen pull-out pantry cabinet with two wooden shelves holding canned goods, cooking oil, and Starbucks coffee pods.
RV kitchen pull-out pantry cabinet with two wooden shelves holding canned goods, cooking oil, and Starbucks coffee pods.
RV kitchen pull-out pantry cabinet with two wooden shelves holding canned goods, cooking oil, and Starbucks coffee pods.

With soft-close cabinets and motion censor lighting, this kitchen space eases the busyness of traveling! If you rely on small kitchen appliances or need multiple prep zones, you may find yourself needing a bit more.

What is the 24RKS Bathroom Like?

The Thrive 24RKS bathroom is a functional, compact, and short person friendly.

Modern RV bathroom sink with a matte black faucet, white countertop, GFCI outlet, candle, and part of a shower stall visible to the left.
  • Hooks and a towel bar are conveniently placed so your essentials stay off the floor and close at hand.
  • A walk-in shower with a skylight brings in natural light and adds extra headroom, which taller campers may appreciate.
  • The modern fiberglass vanity that offers plenty of counter space for your daily routine, and there’s open storage below for your extra towels or toiletries.
  • Porcelain foot-flush toilet

How About the Bedroom?

At night, you’re not curling up on a murphy bed or squeezing into bunks, you are winding down in your private bedroom escape.

Cozy RV bedroom with a large window, neutral bedding, built-in nightstands, overhead reading lights, and decorative pillows and accessories.
  • With built-in reading lights, power outlets, and soft-close cabinets, the bedroom setup is functional and tastefully done
  • 66″ x 80″ Olympic Queen size bed, which can be replaced easily with a standard queen
Overhead RV storage compartments above a large bedroom window, featuring multiple open cubbies with lifted cabinet doors and interior hinges.
  • Full overhead storage and hanging closet space.
Built-in bedside cubby in an RV bedroom wall, featuring a circular cutout for cable or power access, positioned above the bed for easy reach.
  • Dual nightstands with easy access outlets
  • Optional stackable washer/dryer prep in the bedroom, unheard of in a 30-foot trailer
  • Private entry door (no window for privacy)
  • Fully framed front windshield with blackout shades
Open RV wardrobe with slatted wood doors, hanging rod, and a few clothes on wooden hangers, next to a window and power outlets.

The Winnebago 24RKS Thrive bedroom offers residential comfort, storage, and privacy. As this new model prototype continues to evolve, you will most see adjustments to the door which will offer even more room to move.

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Exterior: Designed to Turn Heads and Handle the Road

  • Aluminum-framed sidewalls, floors, and slides (with a stick-built roof for snow load stress)
  • Norco huck-bolted chassis (not the typical I-beam)
  • Factory solar package (200W standard) with a 30-amp charge controller
  • Heated enclosed underbelly for shoulder-season camping
  • Power stabilizer jacks
  • Massive awning covering both doors
  • Dual sewer outlets
  • Skirt-mounted JBL speakers
  • Heated front pass-through storage, ideal for cooler temps

How does the Thrive 24RKS compare in key specs to the Brinkley Model I 265, Jayco Jay Feather 27BHB, Grand Design Imagine 2600RB?

Weights & Measures:
Hitch: 640 lb.
Max: 8,800 lb.
Empty: 6,378 lb.
Cargo: 2,422 lb.
Length: 29′ 4″
Height: 11′ 4″
Width: 8′
Ceiling: 6′ 8″
Fresh: 60 gal
Gray: 49+49 gal
Black: 49 gal
Solar: 200w

Road Mode: What Works When the Slide is Closed?

You can still access:

  • The bed
  • The bathroom
  • The refrigerator
  • The dinette
Interior of an RV slide closed and in road mode, showing a pair of tan leather recliners next to a wood dining table and bench seating, with a window in the background.

You won’t be able to use the oven, stove, and microwave when the slide is in, but when it comes to quick roadside stops, Winnebago made sure to provide function!

The Thrive 24RKS is one of the most thoughtful travel trailers Winnebago has built in years. It borrows some style from higher-end models like the Brinkley Model I, but carves out its own niche in value, execution, and everyday usability.

White and black Winnebago Thrive travel trailer with dual axles, panoramic front window, and roof-mounted AC unit, shown on a white background.

If you’re looking for a travel trailer that feels high-end without being high-maintenance, and fits a real-world towing lifestyle, the 24RKS might just be the next RV that’s right for you!