BETTER THAN the Winnebago EKKO? | ALL NEW AEONrv Detailed Walkthrough
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- In this episode we take a tour of the AEON RV. Chad has been dying to step inside this rig since he first heard about it. It's checks off SO MANY BOXES for many couples. Let us know what you think!
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At first, I was put off by the bathroom in the entry way, but by the end of this video, I was sold. That is probably the best use of otherwise dead space I have ever seen. And the solar/battery capabilities of this thing is insane. This is the smartest Class C I have seen. Smarter than Winnebago or Leisure Travel Van. Bravo!
They took that straight from EarthCruiser, who have been doing it for more than a decade. It’s a great idea.
It's a great idea until you need to take a dump while your date is on board. And who would shower outside the entrance and create a mud bath at the step out?
Sorry but I'll take the full bath and shower and except any consequence. 😊
But, when you are in and out, the showered wet floor will get messy , won't it?
@@Eec2023 if a woman u just met is willing to have a date in an rv, she's not going to mind dumping in this bathroom or shower in the entrance. lol Uhhm, anyone who's ever rv'd or done vanlife knows u have to wipe down the shower and sink after use due to condensation in a small space. ;)
@@nyjunie1941 when in an rv or van, one has to dry the shower and sink of moisture because of condensation. drying the shower after use resolves this. unless it's wet outside which will cause any floor to get wet anyway. lol
ordering one. This is going to replace our Revel. I am glad you did this tour. I would have missed out on this. It is going to be the closest we can get to an EarthRoamer!
Very nice design, but as one gets old, they tend to get up in the middle of the night. Crawling over each other is no Buenos
I love this RV, but I gotta ask a few critical questions...
- the grey tank is on the wrong side. Every dump station assumes driver side. And there seems to be no standard hose hookup. Is this surreptious dump only?
- Is there a water hose hookup in the garage somewhere?
- I love the idea of using engine heat for hot water, but is there a water tank temperature sensor somewhere? Also is there a temperature limiter on the faucets to prevent scalding?
- How do you dump the fresh water tank and flush the lines?
- You mentioned in another video a new rear bumper but we havent seen it. What would be tow rating?
- Current license plate mount seems to have no light.
- the seal between cab and box seems worrysome- this joint will surely flex on rough roads possibly leading to leakage.
Just wondering why on a small RV where the cab IS part of the living space (swivel chairs) you would wall-off the cab? I use a insulated exterior cover that fits around the cab glass for privacy and insulation and use the front space as limited part of the living space.. Otherwise I love this rig...
That soap dispenser in the doorway is brilliant, every time someone's shoulder bumps it, a squirt of soap on the floor to make getting in and out more exciting.
😂 LOL!! 💕💕💕
If you're a person that bumps into shit - don't put soap in it.
I love this unit, however, the price starts at $219,000 plus fees. I'm definitely not sold at that price.
Idk man. It looks kinda small. I'd have to see in in person, but it looks way closed off compared to the ekko. Why no cabover storage? It's also ugly outside, and inside is way too sterile. The whole thing is white.
AEON has Better ground clearance, and build quality is TBD, but ekko has my vote so far. Plus pop up sleeper in Ekko is amazing
7:32 The battery bridge lugs should have the lugs next to each other, not sandwiching the battery terminal to prevent heat build up in the terminal itself. It just protects the batteries better.
In general we agree and we attach our battery lugs next to each other in our builds. We did some maintenance on a couple batteries and we temporarily attached across the terminals, which according to Battle Born is not a big deal. In fact you can find installation videos of theirs showing them attaching the lugs on each side of the battery terminal. Thanks for pointing this out though!
Very impressive. The off-road capabilities along with the interior design is very efficient and comfortable.
Missing the ekko's twin bed option. Big plus for older campers.
It would be absolutely amazing if they could add twin beds. I travel with my adult son, and I don’t want to share a bed with him.
@@aliciatran6093 why not he’s your son
Web site says they added a twin bed option now
@@kermit1 eww
The bed length seems like it would be a little cramped for anyone 6’-1” or so.
This box truck/van has so many amazing features. To date, this one beats what is on the market. Well thought out. Bright and open, yet allows one to close off areas to conserve energy, hot or cold. The clearance is nice too. I would need to learn a bit more about the electrical system.
I don't think anybody wants to be trapped inside the motorhome when I'm doing my business blocking the door. LOL !
And who wants a smell the moment guests arrive ! 💨
@@michaelchambers7665 use enough chemicals and it the toilet won't smell ,but yeah , I can get some serious hang time.
You can always escape out through the cab 😁
But it solves the problem of someone always knocking on the door when you are in the head :)
😂
It would've been nice if you zoomed out or did a sweep around to see the actual layout.
Kool Dude/Owner. Shiner Bock beer in his fridge!!! I’m his BFF already. Clever walk through bathroom 🚽 for entry. Dimmable lights!!!! Electrical… 12v VS 24v VS 48V… hmmm? Live n Work’n RV, smart. Watts VS Amps, need to decide as an industry what we want to use to measure for sanity of customer. Volta does watts, everyone else does confusing Amp Hours. He is cool, but talks like an engineer. He needs a Chad TH-cam Glamour course. Pantry & trash is cool . Bedroom with A/C is awesome. GLOW IN THE DARK steps !! ❤️ the A/C system; Clever !!! SLIPPERY MODE !!! Like to see the incorporation of marine-grade materials and assembly thoughts. Cheers to the Dirt Bags Paula Chad ;) WGO Ekko better take some notes. Price ?? Thx for sharing C n P
Any plans to offer it on a Sprinter chassis?, some really well thought out touches.. how durable has the mini-split been?… I am afraid long wash board drives would kill it rapidly …
This is probably the most well designed class b+ / C I have seen ever. This would make a awesome single person full time coach.
Great RV, great design elements. Small and practical for everyday use. I get that. But 200k, some other Class B Rv's go for half that with all the amenities. What a shame, the Ford transit chassis goes for what, 35-45k? The box is worth 150k? Think I'll wait till something else pops up in the market that's more affordable. Again, love the unit just wish it was reachable for the majority of us who actually want something compact and practical.
$219,500 right off their website
We are in a Winnebago Travato with the Volta system and can a;most make it through the evening (8 hours) when it's hot outside (80 degree evening temps). The van will autostart and charge the batteries to keep us going.
This is a key feature that rarely gets talked about.
This rig is much more efficient and better insulated. How long will the AC run in 100 degree day conditions that might dip into the 80s in the evening?
I was thinking the same thing about the summer desert heat
Oh man I love this thing! Scout Campers also do the entry shower. I dont understand why more dont do that - its already a stand up space. Its a great spot to leave wet gear. A couple things hold it back for me - the price of a house (not that its not deserving of it after the costs of materials, research and assembly) and the potential for vaporware. There are too many cool products that take deposits and then fail to deliver on the promise, or even at all. I certainly dont have the kind of income that would allow me to take the risk.
A suggestion: throw that box on a good trailer frame. Sure some features wouldnt make it across - heating water with the coolant lines, for example. But most of it would be a simple swap. With many newer trucks having the option for a second alternator... Heck you could take that front slider door and have it open onto a small patio or sunroom on the tongue :D
I had to give you a dislike and shut the video off when you said that area was used for lounging and is very comfortable. Come on now, we know it's not comfortable. For lounging around in the evenings in comfort, you'd need a barco lounger or a real couch.
I've never seen a design better than this. I have watched a ton of videos... this is the best van I've ever seen.
What did you think about the inside materials
Twin bed be nice for older couples. Door like ekko screen be nice for dog owners or you want to let air in and feel. More secure. Bathroom nice so you don't go thru rv. Rinsing off outside puddle right at your door. Seeing toilet every time you go in and out, need a nice curtain . An outlet at the outside table. Love the basic layout an privacy shade coming from bottom.
This was an incredibly thoughtful build, especially on the Ford Transit AWD chassis. One critique would be no kitchen area exhaust fan that airs out. Commonly overlooked, directly above the stove or cooking devices. Thanks, guys.
We have positioned the fan so that it will exhaust cooking odors especially with the window cracked. In our testing it seems to work pretty well and thanks for the feedback.
@@jimritchie8966
With the cabinets being glued, how long does outgassing take before the odor/glue fumes are gone? I have chemical sensitivities that is a real concern.
That toilet can’t hold but one or two loads.
For someone who cooks the refrigerator is in an awkward place.
damn near 25 minute video with almost no views of the overall look of the vehicles exterior :/
I would say a rig such as this should be selling at a pricetag of $83k
It is like a mini Class B motorhome... yet is reflecting a price point of a Class A motorhome!!!
They'd need to do some serious work to get it down to a respectable asking price before we would even entertain buying one.
Sorry... just seen too many RV's and this price is way out pf the affordable ballpark, for whats being offered!
My opinion...
It is beautiful though...
You can't get a new Winnebago Solis Pocket for under 96k. lol Even the short entry level B van Thor Rize starts at 104k. Good luck finding all this at 83k ;)
Thanks for hosting this! Pretty innovative. It's curious that RV builders never thought of "box" vans until Winnebago did it, kinda sad. DYI guys have been doing it for years, generally because they don't have money for expensive RVs, lol. Safe Travels!
FYI the AEONrv was designed before Winnebago came out with the EKKO and we took no inspiration or design ideas from them. For instance we shared our design with the thefitrv folks before they announced they were going to upgrade to the EKKO. I think it just shows the US market was looking for some different options and more innovation.
Actually, Pleasure Way in Canada had the boxy van but no longer offer it. I guess it didn't sell well and was like most box vans ugly!
I wonder how long the leaf springs in back will last. (19min) I think it is really cramped inside and not much counter space, poor placement of the refrigerator. If someone is showering it ties up use of the RV. It is cramped not open. ... Lots of gadgetry. Good sales show too. IF YOU HIT EITHER THUMBS UP OR DOWN TWICE IT WILL TURN ON THEN OFF... ... WHEW....
Better off investing $200k (plus tac, registration, insurance) into Tesla shares and reap the rewards to buy an RV
Maybe in 2010. lol
Interesting, especially since I built a Transit HR AWD van with almost the same setup but I got everything to fit in a 19’6” van with queen e/w bed with small slide on drivers side to get the bed length @ 84”. Almost same mechanicals too with garage and mechanicals under bed from back door for up to 3 bikes, I have no ac though but familiar with mini splits. Nice van and shorter is better IMO.
Nice job Chad & Paul. Hard to believe a Class C vehicle with so many excellent features. I won't have to upgrade my driver's license, LOL. I want one!!
Love this rig! The bathroom placement is genius! The price…. Uhhh yeah maybe in my next life! Yikes
I like the idea of the bathroom doubling as the entry way, but it looks like it’s only practical in warmer weather…it doesn’t seem like a 4 season build. I can’t see someone showering in their entry way in the dead of icy-windy winter conditions
Why not, you would have the door closed. You aren't showering outside.
Really like the build
Hoorah for a mini split
Quality Style 4 season
But I'd have to wait for someone else's buyers remorse to gain entry into ownership
Not to say it isn't worth it, in fact it's a bargain compared most other New RV's comparable .....in fact cover the badging with a fake pet groomer or mobile technician of some sort and it's urban stealthy
Smart👍 “Urban Stealthy”
This has everything you wish a commercial RV had and probably should have at their price point. They act like a 100ah battery and 200w of solar is a premium robust solar powered system. You wouldn't have to retrofit anything with this.
I like it, and a lot of the features I've been planning on for my own build... but way out of my price range at $195K. Wow... And the garage isn't large enough for my bikes.
Fun to watch Chad get all excited.Love that innovation continues to spark more innovation. Nice rig! I’d have to get used to the walk in thru the bathroom idea. 🤙
Is there a shower? In addition I'd need this super high tech security, I'd like it custom built tailored designed. Oh, also a t.v. in snooze area 46" t.v.
I like it - much more reasonable than a Earth Roamer. I love the fixed bed & bathroom is very functional - honestly many aren't functional. Very nice rig.
This is it, that’s the right I want. Checks all of my boxes! Hopefully it becomes more affordable for me in a year or two
I love it. Literally everything about it. My wife hates it 🤦🏼 but it’s fine because I can’t afford it anyhow 🙁.
The water it holds is amazing, the power pack you can get plus upgrade the charging system and WOW it’s a power beast. I’d love to put some black graphics on it of trees and mountains on the sides. You know what I mean. Would look super cool. Great video guys 👍🏼👍🏼
No screen door?
I like that everything is electrical, including induction oven, love the dinette with window. Don’t like that there are no windows in the bedroom except for the skylight (feels confining and can’t view scenery), don’t like the big a/c above the bed, and I definitely don’t like the $199k “starting” price from their website. 😬
I love everything about this "Box" except the price, but ya gotta pay if you wanna play. Great tour!
The website says 4-person recreation vehicle but I don't see how 4 people can ride in this? Seatbelts in the dinette? But I like the design for two people and you can close off the bedroom. Although the rear is taken up with the AC. Prefer storage racks and moving the spare tire there if Off-Roading.
Cameraman -show the van not the man! Why is narrator in the frame and we don't get to see what he is talking about? Show the van in every frame, and save 5% of screen time for faces. VAN, not MAN. This was very frustrating. Do not show narrator. Zoom camera into fridge, bathroom, kitchen, bedroom. This is very poor camera work.
Van is poorly laid out. First thing you see is a toilet when you walk in? How pleasant. This entire side should be open for drivers view. Conceptually sounds good but in practice not a good idea. But at least, it dries fast near the door and vents out well.
Fridge is way over on other side of kitchen. Not a good placement. However, this looks like NovaKool, with a Danfoss compressor, which is a good modern fridge running on AC or DC power.
Huge dinette, which is outdated and not useful. Put an office space there with long counter, cabinets underneath and chairs alongside. This dinette design dates from 1940s. Dead dead dead! Look at what Euro RVs have - a lounge in the same space. Dinettes are dead. I hate them. I ripped mine out first thing. Put in a long desk, cabinets, and a good office chair.
Glued in cabinets not screwed in is poor quality, but the sleek profile is very nice. Good latches. Nice color.
Victron power grid is excellent. This looks robust and this is what all RVs should have. Very good battery power!!!
The garage is a game changer borrowed from Euro RVs. Don't know why it took America so long to copy this great idea.
Solarized. Yes!!!
Bed is nice and roomy, and its own private space. Works well.
Exterior is simple, and no messy decals plastered all over, big win!
Thank you for no music, what a joy. Good RV. I think the internals are better than the Ekko, but the layout is not as good. The Ekko looks like on the outside too, with all the cabinets outlined like pockets on pants. See what The Fit RV channel (James and Stef) have done to their Ekko in mods. I love their lounge /dinette area, this is much more attractive. You could borrow that idea for the next evolution.
Narrow access to East/West crawl (over your partner) bed far less convenient than Ekko split twin bed layout.
that tail pipe would get ripped out first time it was off road and the ekko you're not crawling over someone in bed.
Very impressive and thoughtful build. Duallys can be problem if you’re going off road because of getting mud and rocks stuck between the tires. I am curious what the GVW is with the upgraded chassis.
It is NOT a dually
@@paulbailey5915 that’s the point of the original post.
@@franzschubertv2874 Got it. But it's not clear as the focus is about a dually. What's on your mind did not translate onto "paper"!
One small comment. The cameraman wasn’t fallowing you completely. When showing the skylight in the bedroom, it got too frustrating to continue watching. Sorry. It was good otherwise!
If you’re camping with family or friends and you’re feeling constipated. You’ll be blocking the entrance from people coming in and out. 👀
Another upgrade for extended off-grid use would be a recirculating shower.
I absolutely love this RV. We are seriously considering this for our next rig. Thanks Chad and Paul for the video. I’ve never heard of them until we watched this. I was leaning towards the Ekko next (we have a Revel now), but I think I like this even more.
Come check us out at another show or in person in Reno, NV if you like. Our show schedule is on our website.
I love the fact that it looks like a box truck and an apartment at the same time. The homely air conditioner compressor hanging of the backend is too much, I hope that thing gets smaller. I'd have to peal/paint their name off because it reads "rv". Otherwise it's stunning!
I absolutely love this unit. Some of the electrical choices are maybe something I wouldn't have done (specifically that 12v -> AC charging) but literally everything else I am loving. The suspension upgrades that we all pay to add to our Sprinters, the top-of-the-line Tern Overland windows.. I'm impressed.
I know this is a year late reply, but perhaps these guys were on to something by running an inverter from the Transit alternator. The Victron thinks it’s “shore power” charging, and it pulls roughly 100A at idle. By contrast, there was quite a number of 48V alternator failures last year, particularly on Sprinter chassis. To my understanding the root cause was heat related, but for owners of high end vans the result was often a stranded van with MB and the DC system providers pointing fingers at each other. Hopefully things have settled down by now as the lead times to get MB authorized service often took longer (and further) than expected.
@@ytJnC were these specifically failures in Volta vans? I hadn't heard about this but I'm looking at a 24v alternator on my Sprinter in the next couple of months and have only heard good things about this approach.
I want to like it, but I don’t 😢. I hate to use the term “woman’s touch” but there are so many things that need help.
LOL I’ve noticed this often in the differences between what these two lovely young men like and what I like in my van. Diff strokes?! I still appreciate their reviews because they are honest and fun. But yeah. This is real!
One of the AEONrv's design goals is to be user modifiable and customizable. Add a splash of color with pillows, bedding, wall art, etc. Also, custom cushion fabric, which we will be offering in the near future, thanks for the feedback.
I think it’s classy. I like that the materials are high quality and neutral. A person can easily add their unique decor and make it customizable. Great work Aeon!!! Thanks for avoiding the typical tacky RV vibe!
what is the cargo load capacity? I love it the only thing I would change is an overhead storage over the driver.
This is a European product, now being sold in the USA...
The price is insane though...
Its cool looking rig. It needs an entrance grab bar and all RVs need a dedicated flat spot lower than the mattress for a CPAP. CPAPs needs to be somewhat lower than the user.
Why is that? I've never worried about that with mine and haven't experienced a problem.
@@lynnpalmer8133 rainout from the humidifier. If the machine is even or above your head the water pools in the frame. Gravity kicks in if its lower
Very nice. Well engineered. I could full time in one of those.
Very nice but I don’t know if I figuratively and literally can get pass that bathroom.
Stopped listening at cassette toilet
I own a Revel and always want to change my RV to something like this, but this RV is too expensive even in Revel's standard.
I have a 2021 Revel, and the AEON is not much more than what the Revels are going for now, but with superior build quality, significantly better insulation, and substantially more lithium power with 700W solar on a more useful MPPT controller. Depending on the conditions, you can run the A/C almost indefinitely while boondocking versus a day at best with a RoamRig upgrade.
Clutch! Checks all the boxes! Once you get past the negative feng shui of the toilet next to the front door .... this is the ultimate! Would like to see havlock wool as an option for the insulation -- otherwise, this is a bit of a masterpeice for a world in economic flux and climatic change. Couple of questions --- glue (for cabinets / fiberglass, etc.) --- what is it? Any off-gassing? Can you order the Ford chassis in Eco-Boost? Suggestion: Where the drawers and steps are beneath the bed -- give an option for a dog-friendly climate controled crate (instead of the drawers). Do this -- and you've nailed it! WAY better than the Ekko. Bring the price down, a bit, and they won't be able to keep up with the orders.
It IS already built on the Ford 3.5L Eco Boost V6 engine
havlock wool? there's no gaps to place it in unlike a van.
@ledtass0 It's not what you say, it's HOW you say it.
@@leannemeissner6344 HAVLOCK WOOL?!!! THERE'S NO GAPS TO PLACE IT IN UNLIKE A VAN!!!!!😜
@@ledtass0 😄 That WAS funny!
I love the overlanding look of this rig. Can we get them in Canada?
You didn't answer the question. So what is it? At $219,000.00 I do not think so.
Not a unique entry/bathroom. EarthCruiser has been making their rigs with entry bathrooms for over ten years.
This is a solid ride, I’d be willing to throw down cash on this. This is what the Ekko should've been, instead we got Winnebago's shoddy build quality.
Definitely not worth $219,500
It seems like everyone either loves or hates the location of the bathroom. Seems it would be wise to offer an alternative location.
Try to get a panoramic lenses next time you do the video. Great review though.
Beautiful designed and spacious RV. The brightness feels not claustrophobic and the coolest thing is the walk in-shower in the entrance. I think that's genius to regards of space usage. Well done
Yes, totally agree.
I’m totally agree
Thanks for sharing this🕊 The space saving entry/wet bath design is a de facto mud room! Mini-split units are efficient & quiet.
Thank you for featuring this. Interesting video
Is there an outside receptacle for the flip down table? It would be smart & clean to locate a receptacle inside the compartment the table closes into.
Price range? Options?
It’s kind of boxy and plain. But expedition vehicles generally have a more chunky & rugged design.
The overall quality, design, efficiency & functionality looks good.
I would change the logo. The big bold print on the outside is a bit garish.
They added the flip down outside table now, perhaps your idea? Agree, delete the "AEON RV" print on the outside
Love Flagstaff.....
That locking insulated door is a really nice bonus!
Seems like they engineered this unit really well, choose all good products to install, and looks well done....
I also like they extra precautions they took for safety... Interesting how they used a mini split!!!!!
interior could use a little more style to it, I would probably recover the seating and add a more fashionable bed covering....
I only say that having spent 35+ years in residential and hospitality design as well as designing a few tour buses and a plane for some vip customers.. and see the potential...
I hope you boys are doing great!
xoxo Randolph
Yes the style is the major thing missing I think, especially at this price point
Expensive at $145k❗️🤪
The walkthrough washroom is the best design I’ve seem yet.
This is a guy camper not a girl camper. Not luxurious at all
Without dually's in the rear, I'm always concerned with GVW and it does look like a heavy build. It would have been nice to know the weight of the rig.
About 8,300 lbs with full 31 gallons of gas so 1,200lbs OCCC.
@@jimritchie8966 Thank you sir!
Hello, you can make a camper for a two-door Ford F 250
So many great features, why can't we see prices?
Its different for sure, many good things, just not sold on it. Id have to definately see it in person. The rear storage is awesome, the off grid is awesome, insulated blocker from the cab is awesome.
What are you not sold on? I think its a pretty cool set up, the interior materials or at least the aesthetic I am not so sure about yet
Having been married to an electrical engineer who worked with software people with some truly questionable skills in the electrical area, I would have this reviewed before I bought it. But I really love the overall design and implementation!
How or where do you dump your gray tank. Is the gray tank insulated allowing the rug to be true 4 season capable?
The gray tank has 1" of high density foam insulating it plus is passively heated by the engine coolant lines as they go to the hot water heater. There is also a backup 12V tank heater pad. There is a 2" dump valve and a standard hose bib actuated ball valve you can open/close from inside to dump the gray tank.
Ot looks nice but $$ vs story teller?
Which model is the mini split?
I built basically the same camper on a Ford E350 cutaway van with a 14'5 box with a 84" ceiling height and 79" with.
I wanted the 7.3 gas motor for towing a jeep on a trailer.
I have 1,200 watts of solar panels and 900 amp hours of lithium batteries. I went with a 9,000 btu mini split ac/heat pump. 12.2 gallons of propane with a Propex HS2000 propane heater. It doesn't have 4x4 but it does have a limited slip differential.
Nice video 👍
Hi: These are thoughtful improvements on this build, along the lines of what I was thinking too. By box do you mean you built the external siding or just used stock walls?
@@TheAllang123 it's a FedEx spec van 2021. with a sliding side door and 70/30 rear doors.
It has a single rear wheel axle with 4.56 gears.
Getting 11.4 to 12.8 mpg.
Except for the bulkhead wall and door everything was basically square.
This made it easier and cheaper to build. But it is still taking longer than I thought it would.
Beautiful rig, unique layout with the shower at the entrance!
PRICE FOR THOSE INTERESTED:
The first true all-season, electric cabin, off-road capable, new and modern, 4-person recreational vehicle - $194,500 plus fees and taxes
Absolutely love it and want one. 💫 Ready to order after the Summer.
Looking forward to spending quality time in this rig. Thanks for always bringing the quality goods to us. All the best! ✨💛✨
You have to give us first the length .
Well-thought out for light off-roading and boondocking. However, we could not tolerate an E-W bed in a $200K rig, nor the heat pump unit hanging off the back. Adding 2 feet for a N-S bed is a poor solution as that will significantly decrease maneuverability and increase price. Finally, the rear overhang and steps look troubling for off-pavement; is that the exhaust hanging down in back? Best wishes in success but not quite what we are looking for.
Wish they did a cabover for storage
Winnebago’s product benefits from the typical stylistic design elements of a ‘big box’ RV manufacturer, calculated to draw the attention and approval of mass production RV market consumers.
Though I can’t compare the Aeon to the Ekko I’ve examined …everything I’ve seen for 18 months regarding this vehicle and it’s designers, inspires confidence for legitimately objective, analytical reasons. (Versus infatuation with attractive automotive packaging)
Analysis of the tedious technical details that determine systems performance and quality of recreational experience however, is where the Ekko begins losing ground. To be fair, until a handful of Aeon ‘beta units’ are put through the rigors of frequent ownership usage, the prospective design advantages must await validation to transcend the theoretical.
The Ekko FB owner’s group has no shortage of valid complaints documenting unacceptable QC, photographic proof of assembly-line ineptitude, product recalls and shoddy dealership practices.
Aesthetic appeal is a vital component in luring a specific market demographic …to part with approximately $175K.
But the pleasing contours, attractive finishes, complementary color palate and contrasting accents serve a far GREATER function (particularly in the RV industry).
RV manufacturers fully realize that the thin veil of a well conceived first impression, are the ‘smoke & mirrors’ essential to crafting a magically convincing showroom illusion.
Whether the intended aesthetic is: ‘sporty, flashy, rustic or understated elegance’ …each superficial facade seeks to win the prospective buyer’s confidence, through ‘visual redirection’ (sleight-of-hand stagecraft), so indicators of poor quality, are either unnoticed, or acceptably rationalized.
If a more refined, visually appealing integrated level of automotive finish is vital to a shopper, things like an HDTV, surround speakers, blu ray player and bike rack …likely matter as well. The Ekko then, is the better choice.
Your comment is Gold! Very well said! And if you ever were to offer grammar lessons, I’m sold!
Hmmm, where would one plug in the induction burner if placed on the exterior drop down table?
Run a short extension cord through the kitchen window right above and plug into the 20A plug about 5 feet away.
Oh wow! Walking in through the bathroom is BRILLIANT! It completely changes the use of space in such a smart way!
the bathroom in the entry door??
:28 "our unique walk through bathroom"
Sorry but that isn't unique. They obviously stole that from Earthcruiser who has been building those for years!
Actually the only unique thing about this seems to be the poor build quality.