AEONrv vs. Ekko
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Chassis and Exterior
| Feature | AEONrv | Winnebago EKKO (Transit-Based) | Winnebago EKKO (Sprinter-Based) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chassis | Ford Transit Single Rear Wheel 156" with AWD | Ford Transit Dual Rear Wheel 156" with AWD | Mercedes-Benz AWD Sprinter Chassis |
| GVWR | 9,950 lbs | 11,000 lbs | 11,030 lbs |
| Curb Weight with 31G gas | ~8,450 lbs depending on options | ... | ... |
| OCCC | ~1,500 lbs depending on options | ~1,500 lbs depending on options | ... |
| Fuel Capacity | 31 gallons | 31 gallons | 24.5 gallons |
| Parking Brake | Electric | Manual | Electric |
| Front Cab Seats | Cloth 10-way power heated | Cloth manual with swivel | Heated power seats with swivel |
| Radio | Ford SYNC 4 with 12" screen | Ford SYNC 4 with 12" screen | MBUX touchscreen with navigation |
| Safety Features | Co-Pilot360 Technology with BLIS, front and rear parkign sensors, as well as rear and front camera for driving | Co-Pilot360 Technology with BLIS | Mercedes-Benz Safety Suite |
| Key FOB Remote Start | Yes | No | Yes |
| Suspension Upgrades | Van Compass TPO 2.0 2” lift kit | No | No |
| Tires | BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO3 LT245/75R16 | Hankook Dynapro HT 205/75R16 | Continental VancoFourSeason |
| Box Design | Insulated fiberglass reinforced panels | Traditional aluminum framed | Traditional aluminum framed |
| Insulation Value | Average R-15 | Roof: R-14.7, Floor: R-6.6, Walls R-7.6 | Roof: R-14.7, Floor: R-6.6, Walls R-7.6 |
| Windows | Dual pane acrylic lockable windows | Dual-pane acrylic windows | Dual-pane acrylic windows |
| Exterior Length | 22' | 23' | 24'6" |
| Exterior Height | 10'3" | 10'6" | 10'11" |
| Exterior Width | 7' | 7'2.5" | 7'2.5" |
| Interior Height | 6'8" | 6'8" | 6'8" |
| Interior Width | 6'8" | 6'9" | 6'9" |
| Exterior Storage (cu ft) | 65 in heated garage | 65.3 total (54.6 in heated garage) | 64 total |
| Exterior Lighting | LED light bar and porch light | LED lighting in awning | LED lighting in awning |
| Awning | Optional 12’x9’ manual awning | 13' powered awning | 13' powered awning |
| Luggage Rack | Optional | Optional except with pop-top | Optional |
| Roof Access Port | Yes, above dinette | Yes, in back above bed | Yes, in back above bed |
Electrical
| Feature | AEONrv | Winnebago EKKO (Transit-Based) | Winnebago EKKO (Sprinter-Based) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 24V | 12V | 12V |
| Inverter | Victron MultiPlus 24/3000/70 | Xantrex Freedom XC 2000 | Xantrex Freedom XC 2000 |
| Remote Monitoring | Victron Cerbo GX with 5" touchscreen | None | None |
| Solar | 800W | 455W or 220W (pop-top) | 530W |
| Solar Controller | Victron 100/30 MPPT | Zamp PWM | Zamp PWM |
| Base Lithium | 10.9 kWh (≈455 Ah @ 24V) | 4.1 kWh (≈320 Ah @ 12.8V) | 4.1 kWh (≈320 Ah @ 12.8V) |
| Optional Lithium | 13.6 kWh (≈545 Ah @ 24V) | 8.2 kWh (≈640 Ah @ 12.8V) | 8.2 kWh (≈640 Ah @ 12.8V) |
| Generator | No | Cummins Onan QG 2800i | 2,500W LP generator |
Heating and Cooling
| Feature | AEONrv | Winnebago EKKO (Transit-Based) | Winnebago EKKO (Sprinter-Based) |
|---|---|---|---|
| A/C | 9K BTU mini-split | GE 13,500 BTU ducted | GE 13,500 BTU ducted |
| Heating | s/b 9k BTU mini-split and Espar Airtronic S3 B2L 2kW | Truma VarioHeat | Truma VarioHeat |
| Water Heater | Isotemp SPA marine | Truma AquaGo | Truma AquaGo |
Plumbing
| Feature | AEONrv | Winnebago EKKO (Transit-Based) | Winnebago EKKO (Sprinter-Based) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh Water Tank | 59 gal + 8 gal hot water | 50 gallons | 50 gallons |
| Gray Water Tank | 25 gallon | 51 gallons | 51 gallons |
| LP Tank | None | 40 lbs | 40 lbs |
| Toilet | Cassette or Tiny Urine Separett Toilet | Cassette | Cassette |
Interior
| Feature | AEONrv | Winnebago EKKO (Transit-Based) | Winnebago EKKO (Sprinter-Based) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bed(s) | Standard queen + convertible dinette | Twin beds w/ flex bed | Twin beds w/ flex bed |
| Clothes Storage | 2 wardrobes + cabinets | Wardrobe/drawer storage | Wardrobe/drawer storage |
| Cooking | Single burner induction (optional 2 burner) | 2-burner LP range | 2-burner LP range |
| Refrigerator | 6.8 cu ft Nova Kool with separate 1.8 cu ft freezer | 5.3 cu ft compressor fridge | 5.3 cu ft compressor fridge |
| Cabinets | Frameless European style (not particle board or construction with staples) | Laminate cabinets | Laminate cabinets |
| Dinette | Seats 4 | Seats 2 with seat belts | Seats 2 with seat belts |
Warranty and Price
| Feature | AEONrv | Winnebago EKKO (Transit-Based) | Winnebago EKKO (Sprinter-Based) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty | 2 years/24,000 miles | 1 year/15,000 miles | 1 year/15,000 miles |
| Box Integrity | 10 years | 3 years/36,000 miles | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Chassis Warranty | 3 years/36k miles, 5 years/60k miles drivetrain | 3 years/36k miles, 5 years/60k miles drivetrain | 3 years/36k miles, 5 years/100k miles drivetrain |
| Base Price | $224,500 | Starting at $215,551 | Starting at $250,014 |
Why "Winter Ready" Isn't Enough
The Winnebago Ekko is a popular choice for all-weather travel, but it relies on traditional manufacturing methods that create thermal bridges and energy loss.
At AEONrv, we didn't just tweak the standard RV formula—we reinvented it.
By using fiberglass reinforced panels, marine-grade technology, and aerospace adhesives, we eliminated the structural weaknesses found in mass-market competitors, resulting in an average insulation value of R-15.
- JQ
AEONrv customer since 2023
AEONrv Owner
After cancelling my Winnebago EKKO order due to all the design and quality control issues, I'm so glad to have found AEONrv. I wanted something with more space and better insulation than my current Revel. The AEONrv checks so many boxes vs. the EKKO, from the slightly shorter box, lower height, very efficient AC split, all electric with more lithium and no propane, a more modern interior design with appealing cabinets, a 3000W Victron inverter, 800W solar with a MPPT controller vs 455W with PWM, and the Total Composites box is a huge improvement over a heavier framed design.
I had a deposit down on an Ekko. I liked the size, but I was worried about the insulation reports. When I saw the AEONrv specs—specifically the thermal transfer data and the wiring quality—I cancelled my order. This is a completely different class of vehicle
- John
AEONrv customer since 2024
AEONrv Owner