Walkthrough of 2025 Winnebago EKKO 22A

2025 Winnebago EKKO 22A: All-Wheel Drive Adventure Awaits

The 2025 Winnebago EKKO 22A is a Class C RV built on the Ford Transit all-wheel drive chassis. It’s powered by a 3.5L EcoBoost V6 gas engine, delivering 310 horsepower and 400 foot-pounds of torque through a 10-speed automatic transmission. This powertrain provides a 5,000-pound towing capacity. The chassis includes driver-assist features like adaptive cruise control, active lane assist, and active braking assist for enhanced safety and ease of driving.

Exterior Highlights

Personalized Aesthetics and Awning

This EKKO features an exterior graphic delete option, providing a clean white finish without the standard green or brown striping. A Carefree awning extends to cover your campsite, equipped with an integrated LED light strip for evening illumination.

All-Season Storage and Outdoor Kitchen

The EKKO offers approximately 65 cubic feet of exterior storage, with all bays being both insulated and heated—a key feature for all-season camping. One bay can be optioned as an outdoor kitchen, featuring a two-stage slide tray with a Dometic refrigerator/freezer, a two-burner camp stove connected to propane, and a pop-out silicone sink. Regardless of the kitchen option, a hot and cold water hookup is available for general outdoor use, such as rinsing gear or outdoor showers.

Flexible Gear Garage

The rear gear garage is accessible via three doors and is also heated and insulated. It includes L-track tie-down systems, 110V and cigarette outlets, and a dedicated heat vent. The rear door opens on gas struts, offering protection from the elements while accessing cargo. This space is designed to accommodate items like two bicycles.

Roof Access and Solar Power

A ladder provides access to the roof, which is largely covered by 455 watts of solar power, distributed across three panels. A backup camera integrated into the dash display assists with maneuvering.

Wet Bay and Smart Shore Power

The wet bay houses the coach's utilities, including a 50-gallon fresh water tank and a 51-gallon gray water tank. It features a gravity fill option, hot and cold quick connect, and winterization valves. The 30-amp shore power hookup uses a Smart Plug, which illuminates green for a good power supply or blinks red if issues like grounding or neutral faults are detected, protecting the coach's electrical system. An expansion port is also available for additional solar panels.

Innovative Cassette Toilet System

Instead of a traditional black tank, the EKKO utilizes a removable 5-gallon cassette toilet. This unit is easily detached, features a handle and wheels for transport, and can be emptied in various locations beyond traditional RV dump stations, such as pit toilets. Additional cassettes can be purchased for extended travel.

Interior Comfort and Connectivity

Entry and Pet-Friendly Design

Upon entry, an automatic step deploys. A notable upgrade is the screen door, which now features a durable chain-link material designed to prevent pets from scratching through it. Interior controls for the awning, awning lights, step override, and coach battery disconnect are located near the entrance.

Flexible Living and Sleeping Area

The coach includes two jump seats in the main living area. The mattresses on these seats hinge up, allowing for top-loading access to the exterior storage compartments. A hidden compartment towards the rear offers secure storage for valuables. In the rear sleeping area, amenities include blue reading lights and bright lamp lights, 110V outlets, cigarette outlets, and USB-A charging ports with a cord drop-through feature. The double-pane acrylic windows throughout include day and night shades, capable of nearly blacking out the interior. A privacy curtain separates the sleeping area, and a wall-mounted TV setup with 110V and cable hookups is available on the driver's side wall.

Cab Features and Climate Control

The EKKO can be optioned with an entertainment center, including a 24-inch TV and a Bluetooth-capable Bose soundbar. A Sony Blu-ray player with an HDMI port is also included for connecting additional devices. For climate control in extreme temperatures, an insulated cab curtain can be button-clipped around the cab area. This helps to isolate the less-insulated cab windows from the main living space, preserving battery and propane life. Both front cab seats swivel 180 degrees to face the coach, and booster cushions are provided for comfort. The adjustable table can serve as a laptop tray when the passenger seat is swiveled. The Ford chassis offers Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration for the entertainment system.

The Bottom Line

The 2025 Winnebago EKKO 22A stands out for its robust Ford Transit all-wheel drive chassis and its focus on all-season capability, enabled by features like heated and insulated exterior storage and a significant 455 watts of solar power paired with a 640 amp-hour lithium battery. Its innovative 5-gallon cassette toilet system offers unique flexibility for off-grid dumping, making it particularly well-suited for buyers seeking a self-sufficient and adaptable RV for diverse environments.