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Winnebago EKKO Sprinter 23B Review — Small coach, bigger life for US adventurers
Winnebago EKKO Sprinter 23B brings full-time Sprinter AWD, a larger multi-use lounge, a pivot-wall dry/wet bath, a heated full-width gear garage, and a lithium-solar power pack that makes two to three days off-grid realistic for real travelers in real weather
Winnebago EKKO Sprinter 23B on a mountain highway with Sprinter AWD, three-quarter front view in bright daylight Three-quarter highway shot shows why Sprinter AWD matters when the forecast turns
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If you’re shopping a compact coach that doesn’t cancel plans when the forecast turns ugly, Winnebago EKKO Sprinter 23B deserves a hard look. Moving the Ekko formula onto the Mercedes-Benz chassis adds traction, ground clearance and long-haul tech, while the floorplan evolves into a legit multi-room layout. The promise is simple and useful: short footprint, real shower, real storage, real off-grid time.
Chassis and ride
Winnebago EKKO Sprinter 23B rides on the latest full-time Sprinter AWD with a smart torque split that sends drive forward the moment slip appears. The higher stance and all-terrain tires matter in the real world, from snow-dusted trailheads to rutted campground access. MBUX with modern ADAS takes the grind out of highway stretches, which is exactly where a compact B+ earns its keep across the American West.
Space and lounge
The step up to the 170-inch wheelbase gives the front of the coach room to breathe. Winnebago EKKO Sprinter 23B turns the lounge into a true multi-use space: ride with belted seats, swivel into a five-seat conversation nook, drop the table into a 30×78-inch single bed at night. In back, twin 32×80-inch beds convert into a larger platform when you need it, and the optional pop-up roof adds sleeping for two more. The point is flexibility without the usual tiny-coach compromises.
Bath and galley
A pivot-wall shower separates dry and wet zones so the toilet, mirror and storage stay dry. It’s the difference between “you can shower if you must” and “you will shower because it’s easy.” Across the aisle, the portable induction cooktop frees up counter space when not in use, and the convection microwave, stainless sink and 150-L fridge cover daily life without clutter. Winnebago EKKO Sprinter 23B keeps the tools simple and the workflow clean.
Storage and outdoor living
The heated full-width gear garage runs wall to wall with L-track tie-downs, 12V and household outlets and a removable liner, so bikes and long gear load fast and ride secure. Add a 270-degree batwing awning and your door plus rear storage stay dry, which changes rainy-day reality at camp. This is where a compact B+ starts to feel like a base camp.
Power and climate
The standard pack hits the sweet spot for short trips: 320Ah lithium battery, 530W solar, 2kW inverter, with a generator option if you prefer that safety net. Ducted A/C and Truma heat keep the cabin quiet and even. Fresh water sits at roughly 50 gallons, which combined with the power pack makes two days easy and three days credible depending on appliances and weather. Winnebago EKKO Sprinter 23B is built to be used, not babysat.
Driving and safety tech
MBUX navigation and phone integration blend with adaptive cruise and lane support to reduce workload on long interstate runs. Night driving benefits from the digital rearview mirror and clean forward lighting. The headline, though, remains traction and control from Sprinter AWD, because confidence is the difference between going and staying home.
Who should buy it
If your weekends include bikes, boards or skis and you keep traveling when the forecast goes sideways, Winnebago EKKO Sprinter 23B matches that rhythm. It also suits remote workers who need a quiet, ducted A/C cabin and a lounge that flips into a real workstation. If budget and dealer service access rank first, Transit-based alternatives remain smart; if capability and winter trailheads matter, Sprinter AWD pays you back.
Buying notes for US readers
Decide your power strategy first. If you can manage with the 320Ah lithium, 530W solar and 2kW inverter, skip the generator and carry a compact induction plus a propane grill. If you camp in shade, the generator option remains practical. Check tire spec for your terrain, confirm the pivot-wall shower action in person, and make sure the full-width gear garage fits your actual bikes and tie-down routine. Insurance and off-street storage requirements vary by state; verify before you sign.
US pricing and dealer reality
Winnebago EKKO Sprinter 23B pricing moves more with options and dealer programs than with MSRP. Ask for a written out-the-door quote that breaks out freight, doc fees and prep. In markets with winter inventory, a Sprinter AWD coach can see stronger incentives after the first snow, while mountain-state dealers sometimes hold price longer. If you plan to finance upgrades like lithium capacity or a generator, lock both the APR and the parts lead time in writing.
Insurance and storage
Before you commit, call two insurers in your state and request RV-specific quotes that include comprehensive, collision and roadside with a clear deductible. Many US cities restrict curbside storage; confirm HOA and municipal rules and measure your driveway slope against the rear departure angle. The Winnebago EKKO Sprinter 23B sits higher than a typical van, which helps with scraping, but you still want a spotter for the first week at home.
Winnebago EKKO Sprinter 23B heated full-width gear garage with two bikes and L-track tie-downs, doors open Full-width heated garage with power ports and tie-downs fits two bikes and long gear
Off-grid power in the real world
The 320Ah lithium, 530W solar and 2kW inverter combination covers two days easily in fair weather. A realistic daily pattern looks like coffee maker twice, microwave twice, lights, fans, water pump and device charging. Add ducted A/C or space heat and the curve changes fast. If you camp under trees, consider parking with the awning to the shade side and the panels to the sun side, and shift high-draw appliances to midday when solar is strongest.
Shower and moisture control
The pivot-wall shower keeps the toilet and storage dry, which is the difference between tolerating a shower and wanting one. After each use, squeegee the wet zone and crack the opposite window for three minutes while the fan runs. This simple routine keeps smells down and makes the next morning feel like a hotel rather than a tent.
Transit 22A or Sprinter 23B
If budget and service network come first, a Transit-based layout still makes solid sense. If your calendar includes winter trailheads, muddy trail access and long interstate days, Sprinter AWD pays back with traction and calmer highway manners. The Winnebago EKKO Sprinter 23B also buys you the larger front lounge, which is where remote work actually happens on a Tuesday.
Verdict
Winnebago EKKO Sprinter 23B is the most convincing “small coach, big life” package Winnebago builds right now. It unlocks real off-grid time without giving up a real shower or a real place for bikes. That’s why this compact B+ keeps showing up where the asphalt ends.
External links For the base vehicle platform, the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter AWD overview on the official Mercedes-Benz Vans site is a solid reference (https://www.mbvans.com/en/sprinter).
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