2024 Tiffin Phaeton 37BH vs 2025 Tiffin Open Road 36UA

Detailed Comparison

Before committing to the 2024 Tiffin Phaeton 37BH or the 2025 Tiffin Open Road 36UA, it pays to understand exactly where each one shines and where it falls short.

Dimensionally, you're looking at 44.5 ft for the Tiffin Phaeton 37BH and 27.5 ft for the Tiffin Open Road 36UA. The Tiffin Phaeton 37BH carries an extra 1,300 lbs, which affects tow vehicle requirements and fuel economy.

The Tiffin Phaeton 37BH sleeps 8 while the Tiffin Open Road 36UA accommodates 5. Slide-outs play a role in livability: the Tiffin Phaeton 37BH has 3 and the Tiffin Open Road 36UA has 2.

For boondocking enthusiasts, tank sizes matter. Fresh water capacity goes to the Tiffin Phaeton 37BH at 107 gallons versus 92 gallons. Solar-wise, you get 450W on the Tiffin Phaeton 37BH and 200W on the Tiffin Open Road 36UA. Battery banks are 400 Ah and 400 Ah.

At $491,000 MSRP for the Tiffin Phaeton 37BH and $515,000 for the Tiffin Open Road 36UA, the Tiffin Phaeton 37BH saves you $24,000. With only a 5% price difference, the choice comes down to features rather than cost.

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.

Remember, the perfect RV is the one you'll actually use. Pick the one that excites you most and hit the road.