Don't have a lot of time for a full review? Check out my Mini-Review of the SS Agile! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qLt6aZd3ztTGlGg.html *Also check out the live chat on the right to see viewer questions and answers about this review.*

Neil -- It frankly is shocking to discover just how little information on design, reliability, operating experience, etc., is actually available for RVs. And this is the state for a product category that generally sells north of $100k, sometimes well north. Your VLOG is a clear step in the right direction. Still, I do wish you could talk more about the user experience: what kind of fuel economy can we expect? just how reliable is that Dometic refrigerator? And just how many charge / discharge cycles can we expect to see from those $5k lithium batteries? And that generator, is it really as fragile as some of the rental houses would lead you to believe? Glad to have found your channel.

As always, your reviews are head and shoulders above all the ones I’ve been watching...and that’s pretty much all that are parallel in scope to your work. Detailed, thought through, most important features and a good evaluative spin on considerations of the buyer. I agree this one is a hot item. Only real downsides here for me are storage, and having feet under overhangs on both sides. But what can you do when space is that tight. I imagine we’ll see longer versions coming out of this van which will accommodate those items I mentioned. Roadtrek getsmy vote too for that outstanding warranty. They clearly want the business and are willing to stake their claim on quality and support. That’s a big thumbs up 👍! That’s again for an excellent review.😃

This review is so well done! You are stationary, but the camera moves around. It is so much better than the camera following the host who moves around and talks at the same time. You only appear in the vehicle when making a point about dimensions or comfort. The visuals that show information such as options and their costs are very helpful. I can take in the information more successfully when I can see it and hear it at the same time. Your assessments seem fair as you show the good and great, as well as the drawbacks. Excellent job!

Thanks for a thorough review. I couldn't agree more that this is a great model to consider if you don't need to sleep or seat a lot of people!

Thank you, Neil, for another excellent review. You're both fair and thorough.

Nice review Neil! The fully electric and ability to shed the propane tank is a huge feature for sure. Thanks for the review as always!

Love this camper van, has everything i need. Great review! Thanks

Huge thanks for the great and detailed review!. Great job! You really deserve more views!!

I just found you and enjoy your reviews very much😄👍🏼

I like it that there's no sink in the bathroom. Gives you more elbow space. Thanks for the review!

Very reasonable recommendation. If you like mobility, this is a cool cosch

Love it. Still interested in pop up rv with some kind of bathroom. Thank you for your show.

Thanks again that was awesome to see,, keep up the good work

As in all things there is good and bad, thank you for pointing out the differences to consider. I too love the larger kitchen counter, but hate that I would have to be mindful all night sleeping of not kicking the overhang. I still believe PW has the right idea of putting the kitchen on the passenger side for greater visibility while driving. 19' is a great length and IMO perfect for couples and/or the growing market of singles. Again, thank you for sharing your insight on our options.

Neil, your vids are so good. you make me want to buy things that i know i don't want, lol!

Thank you very much for all the details. I'm looking in 2022, obviously the price will have gone up, but at least I know what options I am interested in. For just two of us mainly for day trips, this seems to check all the boxes. I wanted a comfortable place to eat, a decent toilet set up, and a bed that would serve if we wanted to do an overnight. Amazing how hard it has been to find a decent dining set up. It will be our first time so I'm sure there are tons we will learn "the hard way" but it sure helps to have someone with experience give a detailed review and recommendation. Thanks again. ETA: Well, bummer. Reading down through the comments I find this company is out of business. That's good info too. Thank you.

Thank you for exposing us to something we hadn't considered before. We have been limited in finding choices within the Class B+ arena that are designed for sleeping _just 2 people._ The extra space provided when not trying to sleep more than 2 people is rare. . .and critical. This would be ideal, because we also want to be able to drive in the cities we visit easily. Unfortunately, we do not want a wet bath, and we want a bedroom that is separate like the _Leisure Travel Van's Unity IB_ (which is at the top of our short list). All that being said, the features here also show us what is possible. We may wait until such features are more common options (or are readily available as affordable after-market upgrades). Thanks Neil!

Great job sir! Love seeing your great videos!

I think this is my favorite short rv

Thanks Neil what great value for your money. You do s great review keep it up thanks

I am really looking forward to your review, thanks!

I like the SS Agile alot. I love the length, size and anonymity. I dont need any flashy attention. I just want to camp not party. I prefer propane for heating, cooking and the refrigerator. This one is my favorite, so far.

Great video and I'm sure there is tons more that can be covered as well, but this one covers a great majority if things. Being a kinda DIY person myself, I would just put some kind of padding on the corners of the overhangs that I might kick at night that way it lessens the blow severely. As for the rattles, I would stop by Rag Shop or Home Depot or even order on Amazon some felt pieces with glue on the back and put it in those places that rattle the most...that or lots of velcro to keep things tight during bumpy drives. Probably even buy my own wall mount for the television that does a better job locking it in place or forgo a flat panel TV altogether and buy a pocket sized projector and make my own fixed frame screen that pulls out AND hides away neatly without rattling. Anyways, thanks for the hard work and effort making this video.

We bought a 2018, the electrical system is a total joke if your in climate that requires constant use of the AC. The "Under hood generator" couldn't keep up with the load from the AC. Our dealership replaced the 2nd alternator thinking it was bad, which did not help. Roadtrek was no help either, could/would not provide the specs for the alternator to determine exactly how undersized it was. Ended up having to find a better alternator on our own which is able to keep up. The marketing and misinformation (or lack there of) around the ecotrek and voltstart is staggering.

This is my first time watching your reviews and it was quite impressive enjoyable to listen to and informative . I do have one question don't know if you do that, If you were someone who needed full time A/C how long can this deliver , and im not talking battery power only lets say that whenever needed there was shore power, can this thing go 24/7 for a week month ? thank you David

Omigoddess! Your channel is the best for trying to sort out the complexities of the rv market! I'm going to watch all your videos that apply to my interest … I am a single woman with a dog, who wants a very short (20 feet or under) with the kitchen/bath in the back, and dinette/work station/table seating up front near the driver. May I say that your videos are very well done … edited well, your voice is very pleasant (not everyone's is) and you don't ramble on with extraneous details. Everyone's videos should be so good! Thank you for the fine work. If you happen to have a moment and you can tell me what the top makes/models are that are 20' feet or under. I had no idea there were so many choices! Overwhelming! Thanks again!

wow that ia a first Neil! great review! thank you. i hope the longer version that will come out will accomodate a second sleeping area. the extra 2 3pts seat in this one means the 2 other person will have to sleep in a tent hahaha

They only sell through the factory. But I’ll bet they would win any comparison to any of the coaches you have reviewed. Hands down.

I need a front wheel drive one. I plan on going to the mountains, a lot.

Love it!!! During prior videos you complained about the quality of Roadtrek as being under par. What were your thoughts this time?

thanks for the review. any chance of a video on the changes to the pleasure-way ascent for 2019? shorter rear bed now only 72 in, resonator on the onan generator now standard, new larger sink and new front cab sleeping system etc

Please review the Midwest Automotve Legend and compare it to Lexor. Thanks very much.

Yup overall it is a great van. The propane generator was the main problem. Why get the 6 cylinder the 4 cylinder works fine 22-mpg.

Breaks my heart what happened to Roadtrek, this was such a smart design!

Induction range requires special cooking pans, which are heavier and more expensive, furthermore, you only have one burner instead of two. Other than that this is a great van very worth considering.

Do you still recommend buying an SS Agile like this now that Roadtrek has gone out of business? My concern is that the electrical system is proprietary. I love watching your channel! Thanks, Judy

Just saw a gloss cabinet version of this model and it is beautiful. This unit would be wonderful for running around town and short duration camping trips. Being in it for a couple weeks would drive me crazy. The bed with your feet under counter and storage cabinets would be difficult to deal with. The fridge is very small and the wet bath is a nonstarter. The induction unit is outstanding but it only has a single cooking surface. The price is very attractive but the unit is just to small for my wife and I.

Hi Neil, thanks for another informative review! Any concerns that Roadtrek lost their MB Master Upfitter rating? Robin

My new favorite channel. By the time I retire I’d like to sell my house and travel the Country with my wife. About 13 yrs to go so I thought I’d start researching now. Later.

Excellent, well done.

The only "negative " is that there doesn't seem to be splatter guards for the galley to protect the interior wall and possibly more importantly the rear of the driver's seat. Other than that would be a great short trip travel van

Neil - Just perfect!!! You truly have hit a home run with the format.....Keep them coming!!! Thanks again for all the great insight and awesome information.

I love your videos, Have you ever reviewed the avion azur?

I think this is one of my favorites next to the Hymer Activ 2.0. I’m 6’1 and I want to city dwell full time. I’m looking for something that I can boondock mostly while being as self sustainable as possible. I like the stealthy look especially and it’s mobility. With a trip to a hardware store or Walmart I can eliminate the rattles and items flying everywhere. This video is a huge help, thanks!

I love it!!!!

Can you do a head to head with the Agile vs Revel ? Can a lift kit be put on the Agile and more aggressive tires ?

Great review Neil! This van has moved to the top of my list of considerations.

Great review. I'm also considering Winnebago BOLDT 4x4 with ALL LITHIUM power for around $150K. Will try to find your review of it. If you haven't yet made a review of the BOLDT please do so.

Id love to watch a video of your top 2018 class B RV

great review...is this all season van???...If you can I would like to see a comaparison between two all season vans....coachman crossfit and winnebago paseo....thanks Neil

Have the propane version, had so many problems due to quality issues. But because it was expensive with warranty void now due to receivership few years back, dishing out thousands to replace the horrific Ecotrek system with conventional lithium set up. Then of course numerous issues with DEF system from the Mercedes chassis. If I had the choice now, I would avoid Roadtrek, Mercedes diesel chassis and go with something like Pleasure Way with Promaster or Transit chassis.

Hi. Love your reviews! I have a few questions I wonder if you can answer... 1. Can this model be ordered without the wardrobe closet? 2. Do the front seatbacks fold flat such that they could be used to support a child's bed topper? 3. What is the height of the base of jump seats in the rear and the thickness of the cushion? I would like to be able to fit an ottoman between the kitchen-side jumpseat and the sofa to create an L-shaped lounge area (using the bathroom-side jump seat as a coffee table with the table top.) Ideally, the ottoman could also be used to seat a child at the front dining area and unfold into that front bed topper. Thanks for any info! Keep up the great work!

Love that the living space is all electric. I am hoping that when I retire in 4 years the vehicle will be electric as well.

How about a Mini-camper review. ReconCampers(California)has a pop top nv200 nissan minivan and DLM Distribution(Minnesota)has the Ford transit connect minivan conversions. Both under $50,000.

This is great I wonder are the tanks heated for winter camping? Also curious re clearance height below for 4x4 and boondocking Thank you:)

TAKE ayear or so get it used save bunch 6 year warrenty use it later if transferable

Hi Neil, I've been wondering about the induction cooktops that seem to becoming more prevalent. I can appreciate the increased counter space, the demise of the need for propane but unless you're cooking a one pot meal how does it work in the real everyday meal preparation. Have you any experience using the induction cooktop and if so can you address the pros and cons . Thanks for the great reviews.

A whole lot of shaking going on 🎶 you can’t drive it w/o things moving around and your feet didn’t have much room in the bed. Hopefully they fixed that issue on the newer models

Weve been considering an Agile for the past few months. I saw that there was a slight pay jump in the MSRP in 2021. Is it worth it, or is it essentially the same rig as say the 2019? Thanks!

Hello Neil, do you have any info./updates about the warranty after their bankruptcy / changed owner to a France company. Will they honor their RV’s warranties as usual for those sold prior bankruptcy. Or basically all warranties down to drain??

i'm worried about the seat beside cook top...from all the oil splashes and mess from stove top. is it easy to wipe off? your reviews are always the best Neil! 👌

Luv it, at 5'6" and no mother-inlaw, this will fit in my world ... 125k did that include the Lith batterys with underhood gen ??

Thank you for your video. I was wondering which Van size *B or B+ would you recommend? Height is important *hubby is 6’3.

Gorgeous but need all terrain tires and nice wheel!,

Is there a spare tire? If you get the 4x4 option is the ground clearance the same? What is the ground clearance?

Dean at Pleasure Way always makes the point of multi energy sources in case of failure of one. Since you have a PW and have conversation with Dean, what’s your opinion on the probable reliable of these all electric options. Have you heard of the Agile having an option of an under chassis ac unit? Thanks.

“Substantial price increase” in late 2018 according to my conversation with the Roadtrek ceo. Great vehicle nonetheless. I initially wanted no propane also but fortunately had in on my Interstate 19’ while boondocking and needed to perk up my Lithium 525 amp hour pack because the solar wasn’t attached properly. Also, there are no 4x4 in North America whatsoever from what I was told and you’ll need to wait until the factory in the Carolina’s makes them...June?

I am new to researching RVs, so please forgive if this is a naive question, but propane seems cheap, easy, and quiet. Why avoid it?

If you opt for the Diesel, does the LPG tank go away to expand another tank size? (Ie thr Black water tank...?)

I like the idea of a short van RV, but of course this one is no longer available except in dealer stock. I am saddened by the loss of Roadtrek and it's Hymer cousins, especially with that great warranty. "Buy it," you said. Well, you can probably find a new one in stock at a blowout price, but you'll want to buy the dealer's warranty.

Thank you so much for your reply. Love your videos.

We are tall - are there any small vans that puts priority on beds over wardrobes/kitchens/baths?

Thanks. If only the Winnebago Revel offered the Pure Energy electrical system I'd be all over it, suits my intended needs better. Don't mind the lack of closet storage, the gear garage and well planned bins would take care of that. I like remote camping.

Really loved this review! I'd be a buyer, but my garage cannot fit even a Class B (height problem), and I am not about to buy a vehicle that lives outdoors 24/7/365, unprotected from the elements! What do you think, Neil? What does everybody do? Just leave these beauties outdoors??? Thanks!

Not even the Google will be able to find me when I get into this unit. I'll never come back out again.

Hi Neil. Thank you for the review. I had been looking at this SS Agile with the exact equipment :-). When I start shopping in Canada for prices, do you know how it would compare the US prices ? Thank you.

Wow, what a buy? I’d certainly consider it as an alternative to the Provan Tiger I’m looking at. The little Agile SS would get far better fuel mileage and I could use it as a daily driver!

Great buy. I know larger rigs have you looking for places to park but I am afraid this size would have me looking for places to potty! Nice review Neil.

Hi Neil, thanks for the review. I have two questions: Does the SS Agile have a bathroom sink tucked away in there? and by any chance is the SS Agile four season? Thanks!

How about doing a review of a Safari Condo class b

NEIL, Awesome production value and performance as usual. The video really moves well. I personally do not think you need to spend the time to produce the pie chart with the viewer request percentages..just say it, not worth the production time. This story was fantastic..great job, as usual! I would urge you to expand to other styles of RV's..you will get lots more subs because you are good at what you do. Streamline the production process even more, and serve a much larger audience. I personally love the class b's but I would watch you review lots of other things too.

Hi Neil - I’ve been meaning to ask you this, I’m curious what you have to do with your van once you’ve ended your trip. I think I’ve seen a video of you doing a “pre-flight” checklist but am curious about a “post-flight” checklist. Also how do you clean it, on the inside and out? Can you just take it to a car wash?

Did you say solar panels are an add on? And two batteries come standard? Maybe I am confused and they do come in the $125,000 price tag. If you really believe this is a good off grid option, you HAVE to have solar. It’s cheap and reliable. And you need more battery power than the two batteries that come standard. For $125,000, this should come with the lithium batteries and solar power as part of the package.

I think they should shorten the kitchen to increase the extra room for the bed, also offer an option for a shorter closet for even more room. Otherwise I wouldn't be able to have a good night's rest, feeling so contained.

I have a 2006 MB SUV with horrible reliability and very high maintenance cost. Can’t imagine how expensive the maintenance/ repair costs on this camper.

I would like to be able to buy fuel in Minnesota and Illinois. You once said this diesel only takes B5 bio-diesel and only B20 bio-diesel is sold in those 2 states. Can this diesel now take B20? I heard they were supposed to switch to gas engines.

Hello, two questions: 1. Any update on Roadtrek returning for business? 2. have you done a review on Adventurous RS? could not find it.. thanks

Very good, succinct, review!

How about the Airstream nineteen ??

What are fair prices for the PW Lexor FL base, a local dealer has a new 2018 for $120,820.00. I like the Ascent and the Lexor.

Nice

I'm surprised on your "Buy" recommendation, I think I will just "Consider" it (which is better than it was). Do you say this because Roadtrek has had another year to work out the bugs of their power system? I must agree It is a good price for all that comes with it... I'll have to take a look at it next time I'm at La Mesa RV in Sacramento (if they have one).

I am looking for a small camper van that can fit in a garage, for a single short person.

Hello Neil, Can you speak to the reported high cost of M.B. Maintenance

How many does it Sleep?

What does insurance on this go for?

Neil, any chance you could tell us who the dealer is for the price quoted in this review for the all electric version of this rv? Thanks, Kelvyn

Roadtrek quality? If your wanting to travel mainly back roads throughout the country is availability of diesel fuel a problem? Is this system more reliable than the Pure3?

I still like the look of the PW Ascent better. I prefer the bigger windows in the Ascent and would prefer the galley on the passenger side. Though I like the stealth exterior of this one and the price. I'm excited about all the new safety features of the new Sprinter vans!