2024 Coachmen Encore 350DS vs 2025 Coachmen Pursuit 29SS

Detailed Comparison

Before committing to the 2024 Coachmen Encore 350DS or the 2025 Coachmen Pursuit 29SS, it pays to understand exactly where each one shines and where it falls short.

Starting with size, the Coachmen Encore 350DS measures 43.5 ft long and tips the scales at 16,400 lbs dry weight. The Coachmen Pursuit 29SS comes in at 35.0 ft with a dry weight of 27,100 lbs. That gives the Coachmen Encore 350DS roughly 8.5 extra feet of length.

The Coachmen Encore 350DS sleeps 8 while the Coachmen Pursuit 29SS accommodates 6. Slide-outs play a role in livability: the Coachmen Encore 350DS has 2 and the Coachmen Pursuit 29SS has 4.

For boondocking enthusiasts, tank sizes matter. Fresh water capacity goes to the Coachmen Encore 350DS at 101 gallons versus 99 gallons. Solar-wise, you get 500W on the Coachmen Encore 350DS and 550W on the Coachmen Pursuit 29SS. Battery banks are 200 Ah and 250 Ah.

At $295,000 MSRP for the Coachmen Encore 350DS and $418,000 for the Coachmen Pursuit 29SS, the Coachmen Encore 350DS saves you $123,000.

If you're traveling with a family, look for the model with more sleeping positions and better storage. Boondockers: look at the fresh water capacity and solar/battery systems — they determine how long you can stay out. For the full-time RV lifestyle, every gallon of tank capacity and every inch of counter space counts.

Ultimately, both rigs have their merits — test drive each one and see which floor plan speaks to your lifestyle.