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2024 Grand Design Imagine XLS 17MKE
by Grand Design
Full Specifications
General Info
| Manufacturer | Grand Design |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Year | 2024 |
| Category | Travel Trailer |
| Subcategory | — |
Dimensions & Weight
| Length | 21 ft |
| Width | 7 ft |
| Height | 10 ft |
| Dry Weight | 8,900 lbs |
| GVWR | 12,400 lbs |
| Hitch Weight | 1,510 lbs |
| Cargo Capacity | 3,500 lbs |
Engine & Chassis
| Fuel Type | N/A |
| Engine | — |
| Chassis | — |
| Horsepower | — |
| Fuel Capacity | — |
Living & Off-Grid
| Sleeping Capacity | 10 |
| Slide-Outs | 1 |
| Awning Length | 11.5 ft |
| A/C | 13,500 BTU |
| Furnace | 16,000 BTU |
| Fridge | 12 cu ft residential |
| Fresh Water | 32 gal |
| Gray Water | 57 gal |
| Black Water | 24 gal |
| Solar | 200 W |
| Battery | 150 Ah |
| Inverter | — |
About the 2024 Grand Design Imagine XLS 17MKE
Grand Design has built the 2024 2024 Grand Design Imagine XLS 17MKE for families and couples who want serious camping comfort without the commitment of a motorized RV. Unhitch at camp and your tow vehicle is free for day trips and errands.
Coming in at 21.0 feet end to end, a width of 7.0 feet and 10.0 feet in height, the 2024 Grand Design Imagine XLS 17MKE has a dry weight of 8,900 lbs, with a GVWR of 12,400 lbs, giving you roughly 3,500 lbs of payload room. With one slide-out, the interior opens up considerably at camp, creating a spacious feel.
Families will appreciate the generous sleeping capacity of 10, with bunk beds, convertible dinettes, and a master sleeping area all contributing to the count. The 2024 Grand Design Imagine XLS 17MKE delivers enough room for the whole family to spread out after a long day of hiking, swimming, or exploring.
The tank configuration includes 32 gallons of fresh water capacity, 57 gallons of gray water holding, a 24-gallon black water tank. On the power front, you get a 200W solar panel setup, 150 amp-hours of battery storage. 13,500 BTU of air conditioning handles warm-weather comfort, and 16,000 BTU of furnace output tackles chilly evenings. A 12 cu ft residential refrigerator keeps provisions fresh on the road and at camp. A 11.5-foot awning extends your living space outdoors, providing shade and shelter.
Towing the 8,900-pound 2024 Grand Design Imagine XLS 17MKE demands adequate tow capacity from your truck. and a tongue weight of 1,510 pounds that your hitch must support. When loaded to capacity at 12,400 lbs GVWR, proper weight distribution becomes essential for safe towing.
With an MSRP of $108,000, the 2024 Grand Design Imagine XLS 17MKE lands in premium territory with the build quality and features to justify the investment for serious RV enthusiasts. The 2024 Grand Design Imagine XLS 17MKE is an excellent choice for families with children who want everyone to have their own sleeping space on camping trips without the hassle of setting up tents.
All things considered, the 2024 Grand Design Imagine XLS 17MKE from Grand Design packs a strong feature set into a well-designed package. It deserves careful consideration alongside any competitor in the Travel Trailer space, and a thorough walk-through will likely confirm its appeal.
The 2024 Grand Design Imagine XLS 17MKE combines lightweight construction with premium features, making it accessible to a wide range of tow vehicles.
Tank capacities of 32/57/24 gallons (fresh/gray/black) allow for extended dry camping. The interior is finished with residential-quality materials including vinyl plank flooring, solid hardwood cabinet doors, and designer fabrics.
The 2024 Grand Design Imagine XLS 17MKE comes standard with stabilizer jacks, exterior utility center, and battery disconnect. At $108,000, it represents one of the best values in its class for families entering the RV lifestyle.