Motorhome Market

Motorhome Market Size By Model Type (Class C, Class B, and Class A), and By End-User (Direct Buyers and Fleet Owners), Regions, Global Industry Analysis, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2024 to 2033

Base Year: 2023 Historical Data: 2020-22
  • Report ID: TBI-14018
  • Published Date: Jan, 2024
  • Pages: 231
  • Category: Automotive & Transportation
  • Format: PDF
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The global motorhome market was valued at USD 32.2 billion in 2023, growing at a CAGR of 8.5% from 2024 to 2033. The market is expected to reach USD 72.8 billion by 2033. The growing requirement for big passenger groups to have easy travel and housing will eventually drive the development of motorhomes. Customers' shifting preferences from traditional holiday packages to road trips drive the demand for towable and motorized recreational vehicles.

Market Introduction:

Recreational vehicles that are self-propelled and have engines and chassis are called motorhomes. They are intended to function as independent living spaces for vacationers. Typically, a motorhome has a kitchen, sleeping quarters, and storage. These are further divided into categories: Type A, Type B, and Type C. Families or small groups of people are the main target market for personal motorhomes. Typically, people use these recreational vehicles for private purposes, such as outdoor activities with their families and friends. Truck campers and camper vans are among them. With the lifting of lockdown limitations, consumers worldwide are looking to take short journeys and go camping in recreational vehicles like RVs. Customers buy motorhomes for their usage, such as family vacations and other social gatherings. This tendency is anticipated to fuel the market expansion for personal motorhomes. A commercial motorhome is a vehicle used for camping. RV parks, campgrounds, and tourist routes are typically close to commercial motorhomes. The growth of the tourism business worldwide has led to an increase in the demand for commercial motorhomes. Travellers and residents alike use a great deal of motorhomes for camping. Regarding leisure travel, camping is the most popular option for those who want a smaller living space with more opulent amenities. It is anticipated that this trend will fuel the segment's expansion.

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Recent Development

In Nov 2022, German RV maker Hymer increased the scope of its usage of digital design tools in the development of RVs by implementing Siemens Xcelerator software and services for its VisionVenture concept vehicle. 

In July 2022, Adria, a Slovenian company that manufactures caravans, campers, and motorhomes, just revealed the Adria Supersonic, their flagship model. The motorhome has a large interior inspired by yacht design and a brand-new body. It is based on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. 

In Jan 2022, A framework agreement was struck by Ford-Werke GmbH and Erwin Hymer Group (EHG) to supply Ford Transit and Ford Transit Custom as the cornerstone for RVs and motorhomes that are ready for customers. Ford Transit panel van and skeletal chassis cab types, together with Ford Transit Custom kombi vans, are included in the supply arrangement. EHG brands will convert these vehicles into camper vans, semi-integrated motorhomes, and alcove motorhomes. 

In June 2021, The Interstate 24X motorhome was the most recent model to join Airstream Inc.'s lineup of upscale class-B motorhomes.

Market Dynamics:

Drivers

Changing outlook of leisure and recreational activities- Recreational and leisure activities have become more popular worldwide as people focus on leading positive lifestyles to manage stress. Around the world, the main elements that encourage leisure activities include changes in consumer purchasing outlook, weather conditions, and geopolitical developments. Additionally, people worldwide are concentrating on leading healthier lives, fueling the expansion of the outdoor and active leisure market. It is anticipated that leisure pursuits will continue to grow in popularity. Around the world, motorhomes and other recreational vehicles are frequently used for leisure. The rise in health concerns and changes in public lifestyle are expected to contribute to the recent expansion of recreational activities. Over the projection period, the rise in recreational activities would fuel the expansion of recreational vehicles, which will, in turn, accelerate the growth of the motorhome market.

Restraints:

Fluctuating prices of raw materials- Manufacturers of motorhomes may see a decline in sales and profit margins due to fluctuations in the prices of raw materials like copper, steel, and aluminium. The availability of parts for motorhomes may fluctuate as a result of price fluctuations, and this is expected to lead to an incomplete supply of motorhomes to meet market demand. Additionally, the producer of motorhome is forced to raise the starting cost of the vehicle due to the rising cost of components due to fluctuating raw material costs, which affects the market's growth. Thus, one of the main factors limiting the market's growth is the fluctuating prices of the raw materials used to manufacture motorhomes.

Opportunities:

Rise in electrification activities- As electrical components are lightweight and have high output efficiency, motorhome OEMs rely on them, making electrifying motorhome a fuel-efficient solution. Moreover, electrification is the way of the future since most manufacturers are incorporating many battery-operated components and functions to meet the demands of green mobility. Furthermore, batteries are an important component of the motorhome since they provide the electricity needed to power numerous electrical components for proper operation. Furthermore, battery costs are coming down dramatically. According to a research report on vehicle batteries published by Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF), the price of automotive batteries was $1,100 per kWh in 2010 and dropped to $137 per kWh in 2020.

Regional segmentation analysis:

The regions analyzed for the market include North America, Europe, South America, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa. North America emerged as the largest global motorhome market, with a 39.5% market revenue share in 2023.

Due to the region's growing demand for motorhome rentals and the region's growing number of motorhome-owning families (most of whom are millennials), North America accounted for a sizable percentage of the market over the projection period. The United States is one of the main global hubs for manufacturing motorhomes and recreational vehicles. The leading tourist destination in North America is regarded to be the United States. Furthermore, the increasing number of millennials and other households owning motorhomes and the growing demand for rental motorhomes in the region are expected to drive market expansion.

North America Region Motorhome Market Share in 2023 - 39.5%

 

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Model Type Segment Analysis

The model type segment is divided into class C, class B, and class A. The class C segment dominated the market, with a market share of around 42% in 2023. Class C motorhomes, or mid-sized recreational vehicles (RVs), are not constructed on the chassis of a contemporary truck or van. The fuel efficiency of these RVs is higher than that of category A or B motorhomes. Their length ranges from 20 to 33 feet.

End-User Segment Analysis

The end-user segment is divided into direct buyers and fleet owners. The direct buyers segment dominated the market, with a market share of around 57% in 2023. In contrast to fleet owners, direct owners are free to travel whenever and wherever they like, which is expected to drive the segment’s growth.

Some of the Key Market Players:
  • Winnebago Industries, Inc.
  • Hymer GmbH & Co. KG
  • Rapido Motorhomes
  • Tiffin Motorhomes Inc.
  • BURSTNER GMBH & CO. KG
  • Thor Industries, Inc.
  • Dethleffs GmbH & Co. KG
  • Forest River Inc.
  • The Swift Group
  • Triple E Recreational Vehicles

Report Description:

Attribute Description
Market Size Revenue (USD Billion)
Market size value in 2023 USD 32.2 Billion
Market size value in 2033 USD 72.8 Billion
CAGR (2024 to 2033) 8.5%
Historical data 2020-2022
Base Year 2023
Forecast 2024-2033
Region The regions analyzed for the market are Asia Pacific, Europe, South America, North America, and Middle East & Africa. Furthermore, the regions are further analyzed at the country level.
Segments Model Type, End-User

Frequesntly Asked Questions

As per The Brainy Insights, the size of the motorhome market was valued at USD 32.2 billion in 2023 to USD 72.8 billion by 2033.

The global motorhome market is growing at a CAGR of 8.5% during the forecast period 2024-2033.

North America emerged as the largest motorhome market.

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This study forecasts global, regional, and country revenue from 2020 to 2033. The Brainy Insights has segmented the global motorhome market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Global Motorhome Market By Model Type:

  • Class C
  • Class B
  • Class A

Global Motorhome Market By End-User:

  • Direct Buyers
  • Fleet Owners 

Global Motorhome Market By Region:                                        

  • North America
    • U.S.
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • France
    • U.K.
    • Italy
    • Spain
  • Asia-Pacific
    • Japan
    • China
    • India
  • South America
    • Brazil
  • Middle East and Africa  
    • UAE
    • South Africa

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