2011 Winnebago Journey 40U
2011 Winnebago Journey 40U pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Year
2011
Parent Company
Winnebago Industries, Inc.
Generic Type (Primary)
Class A
Make
Winnebago
Display Name
Journey 40U
Manufacturer Country
USA
Introduction Year
2011
Regional Availability
All Regions
Price
Standard
MSRP
$269,174
Basic Warranty (Miles/Months)
15000 / 12
Structure Warranty (Months/Miles)
36 / 36000
Roof Warranty (Years)
10
Chassis Warranty (Months/Miles)
36 / 50000
Powertrain Warranty (Months/Miles)
36 / 50000
Engine
Standard
Engine Brand Name
Cummins
Chassis Brand
Freightliner
Engine Type
I6 Diesel Pusher
Chassis Model
XC-Series
Cylinders
6
Horsepower RPM
2200
Torque RPM
1400
Turbocharged
Yes
Supercharged
No
Fuel Type
Diesel
Fuel Requirements
Regular
Carburetion
Standard
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Horsepower (bhp)
360
Torque (Nm)
1423.6
Displacement (l)
8.3
Transmission
Standard
Transmission Brand
Allison
Transmission Type
Automatic
Number Of Speeds
6
Overdrive
Yes
Driveline Type
4X2
Dimensions
Standard
Weight
Standard
Capacities
Standard
Holding Tanks
Standard
Number Of Fresh Water Holding Tanks
1
Number Of Gray Water Holding Tanks
1
Number Of Black Water Holding Tanks
1
Number Of Propane Tanks
1
Length (in/mm/ft/m)
488 / 12400 / 40.67 / 12.4
Width (in/mm)
101.5 / 2578.1
Height (in/mm)
154 / 3911.6
Interior Height (in/mm)
84 / 2133.6
Wheelbase (in/mm)
276 / 7010.4
Towing Capacity (lbs/kgs)
10000 / 4536
GVWR (lbs)
32350
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
100 / 378.5
Total Fresh Water Tank Capacity (gal/l)
92 / 348.3
Total Gray Water Tank Capacity (gal/l)
62 / 234.7
Total Black Water Tank Capacity (gal/l)
64 / 242.3
Propane Tank (s)
Standard
Total Propane Tank Capacity (gal/lbs)
28 / 118.7
Construction
Standard
Body Material
Aluminum
Sidewall Construction
Fiberglass
Number of Doors
1
Sliding Glass Door
No
Slideouts
Standard
Number of Slideouts
4
Power Retractable Slideout
Yes
Awning
Standard
Number of Awnings
1
Power Retractable Awning
Yes
Screened Room
No
Slideout Awning
Standard
Leveling Jacks
Standard
Leveling Jack Type
Front Power / Rear Power
Power Retractable Entry Steps
Standard
Sky Light
Standard
Roof Vents
Standard
Exterior Ladder
Standard
Pass-Thru Storage
Standard
Exterior Wheel Skirts
Standard
Awning Length (ft/m)
14.5 / 4.4
Kitchen / Living Area
Standard
Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type
Tile
Kitchen Table Configuration
Bench Seats
Kitchen Location
Center
Living Area Location
Front
Layout
Oven / Stove
Number Of Oven Burners
3
Overhead Fan
Yes
Microwave Oven
Standard
Refrigerator
Standard
Refrigerator Size
Full-Size
Refrigerator Power Mode
Electric / Propane
Washer / Dryer
Optional
Sink / Faucet
Standard
Sink Cover / Cutting Boards
Standard
Sofa
Standard
Number Of Sofas
1
Sofa Material
Leather
Recliners / Rockers
Standard
Number Of Recliner / Rockers
1
Material
Leather
Fireplace
Optional
Beds
Standard
Max Sleeping Count
4
Number Of Queen Size Beds
1
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
1
Master Bedroom
Standard
Master Bedroom Flooring Type
Carpet
Master Bedroom Door Style
Full Sliding Door
Full Size Master Bedroom Closet
Yes
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors
Yes
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains
Yes
Master Bedroom Location
Rear
Bunkhouse
No
Bed Spreads
Standard
Bathroom
Standard
Number Of Bathrooms
1
Bathroom Flooring Type
Tile
Bathroom Location
Center
Toilet
Standard
Toilet Type
Porcelain
Shower
Standard
Door Type
Plastic / Glass
Bathroom Sink
Standard
Bathroom Medicine Cabinet
Standard
Bathroom Mirror
Standard
Bathroom Vent / Fan System
Standard
Ceiling Fan
Optional
Power Vent Fan
Standard
Wheels
Standard
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Number Of Axles
1
Tires
Standard
Front Tire Width
275
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
70
Front Wheel Diameter
22.5
Rear Tire Width
275
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
70
Rear Wheel Diameter
22.5
Front Tire (Full Spec)
275/70R 22.5
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
275/70R 22.5
Brakes
Standard
Front Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Type
Hydraulic Drum
Air Brake
Standard
Exhaust Brake
Standard
Anti-Lock Brakes
Standard
Rear Hitch
Standard
Rear Hitch Type
Receiver
Tongue Weight (lbs/kgs)
500 / 226.8
Seat Type
Bucket
Seat Material
Leather
Power Adjustable Seat
Yes
Reclining Seats
Yes
Swivel Seats
Yes
Seat Armrests
Yes
Seat Specifications
Standard
Number Of Seats
2
Number Of Rows
1
Propane Tank Gauge
Standard
Fresh Water Holding Tank Gauge
Standard
Gray Water Holding Tank Gauge
Standard
Black Water Holding Tank Gauge
Standard
Trailer Level Gauge
Standard
GPS
Optional
Water Pump Power Display
Standard
Voltage Meter
Standard
Exterior Flood Lights
Standard
Battery
Standard
Battery Power Converter
Yes
Prewiring
Standard
Air Conditioning Prewiring
Yes
Cable Prewiring
Yes
Heat Prewiring
Yes
TV Antenna Prewiring
Yes
Satellite Prewiring
Yes
Washer / Dryer Prewiring
Yes
Exterior Plugs
Standard
Ground Fault Plugs
Standard
Solar Battery Charger
Standard
Generator
Standard
Air Conditioning
Standard
Air Conditioning Type
Automatic
Heater
Standard
Heater Type
Automatic
Water Heater Tank
Standard
Water Heater Pump Power Mode
Electrical / Propane
Water Heater Tank Bypass
Yes
Freeze Proof Insulation
Standard
Water Heater Tank Capacity (g/l)
10 / 37.9
Air Suspension
Standard
Rear Video Backup Camera
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Smoke Detector
Standard
Carbon Monoxide Detector
Standard
Propane Alarm
Standard
Emergency Exit (s)
Standard
Radio
Standard
Brand Name
RV Radio®
Number Of Radios
2
Speakers
Standard
Surround Sound
Yes
CD Player
Standard
Number Of Discs
1
Exterior Entertainment System
Optional
DVD Player
Standard
Television
Standard
Number Of Televisions
2
Retractable Roof Antenna
Standard
Other Audio & Communication
Optional
Speaker Location (s)
Interior
Paint
Standard
Interior Decor
Standard
Wallpaper
Yes
Interior Wood Finish
Yes
Curtains / Shades
Standard
User Reviews
4 reviews
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Best floor plan ever!
By David Berry (I am an Owner)First RV purchased 1968 Have had many units over the years ,however this is the best by far. Especially the floor plan. would like to purchase one more before retiring from RVing if we could get the same layout.Excellent coach!Read More -
After Three Years on the Road, We LOVE our Journey 40U!
By Ed and Teresa Herbert (I am an Owner)I was looking at reviews and noticed our review after we first bought our 2011 Winnebago Journey 40U. We were surprised at first glance that Winnebago dropped the 40U from their lineup going to the 40R. But then we realized the 42E is so much like the 40U but with a tag (and higher price for the popular ... floor plan) that an upfront kitchen model like the 40R could be a hit. So, would we consider a trade? The Journey 40U has been an all star for us. No major mechanical issues. Very good mpg in its first 38,000 miles (we use it a lot). We still love the floor plan. When you open the four slides, this RV is spacious. Slide out the extendable sofa and the LR takes shape. The large TV is in a great location. The fireplace, while electric, adds to the ambiance while actually offering heat if necessary. We are looking to renovate the dining room table, possibly make it into a bar with the chairs facing the window. The kitchen and large countertops are greatly appreciated. The split bathroom concept works well. Behind the door on the right (as you move to the back of the RV) is the toilet and one sink. On the left, behind a another door is the BIG shower with a second sink. While we do not have any hot water on demand system, we have yet to not have hot water when needed. And it is HOT! The stacked washer and dryer in the bedroom are truly one of my wife's favorite options when we are out for a month or longer. We both sleep better in the RV on that sleep number bed than at our home base. Outside, the paint scheme still rocks! We have the Graystone exterior which really cleans up nicely. It matches our tow car, a 2010 Cadillac SRX4. When we arrive, people notice the Winnebago. I love the exterior storage of 246.5 cubic feet, much more than any other Winnebago, including the 42E and new 40R. I wish we had the DEF tank on the left side but have found ways to work around its location on the RV. Power and performance is excellent with the 380 hp Cummins engine. So as we hit the RV shows and salesman would ask what we have, they would say "We NEED your Journey!" Right. If we would give it away (virtually). They want to give us low wholesale and then sell us high retail for the new one. We never thought we would buy a new, off the lot RV but we liked this floor plan, and as I noted in an earlier review, after much negotiating between five dealerships, got a great deal (Tom Johnson Camping in Marion NC). After three years of driving, camping, vacating, working in it, enjoying it, my wife and I are very comfortable in it, very at home in it and plan to take it many more miles. While the manufacturers have new models, different styles and gadgets to woo us to the RV stores, we think the 2011 Winnebago Journey 40U is a winner. Others must too as there are rarely 40U models for sale and when they appear on line (have yet to see one in the trade journals), they are sold quickly. For those who do not need the bath and a half, do not wish to have a tag axle, but love the floor plan that is now appearing across the Class A RV world, the Winnebago Journey 40U is an EV to consider, sold from 2011-2014.Read More -
Great layout
By Randy Cross (I am an Enthusiast)After reading the review, we checked out a Winnie Journey 40U. Love the LR layout. The caddy corner TV and fireplace is an excellent location. The kitchen is really spacious. The shower/sink on one side is behind a closed door. The toilet on the other side is behind another door. Lots of smart ... things in this vehicle. We are working to close a deal on a 2011 Winnebago Journey 40U. Nice job Winnebago.Read More -
The Journey 40U met the challenge!
By Ed and Teresa (I am an Owner)This is our third motor home. It replaces our first diesel unit, one we really loved. So the Journey had a great deal to overcome. And it has done just that.The 2011 Winnebago Journey 40U (and this specific model is key to our purchasing this unit) first caught our eye because, and I am serious, ... it was the right color scheme to match our tow car, a 2010 Cadillac SRX4 which is amazing and another review someday. Next thing that really caught our eye was the layout. As you enter the vehicle, the LR layout offers the extendable sofa on your left with a caddy corner electric fireplace and large color 42" LCD on your right. The TV is hooked up to an in motion HD Satellite system and surround sound. Moving further into the motor home is the kitchen counter on your left which offers an expandable counter top and a dinette table on your right which can pull out to comfortably seat 4. The kitchen has ample counter space and a large amount of cabinets. Next to the dinette is a stainless steel refrigerator just like the one at our land home. Moving to the back of the vehicle one will find a big 3 by 3 shower and sink behind a door on your left. On your right behind another door is a sink with a porcelain toilet. The toilet has a foot lever which works quietly and effectively. The shower is very big and the Journey hot water system is incredible. Moving into the bedroom, we have a king sized bed, Winnebago's version of the sleep number bed. It is very comfortable. We also have our first washer and dryer in a motor home which we have not used yet but will try them out soon. I found the bedroom did not have the same amount of interior space as our previous motor home but we were able to find space for all of our clothes. Outside was a different story as we found 246 cubic ft of storage, the most we found in any motor home. Sad part is the 2012 model does not offer this space since Winnebago increased the 40U chassis by 2000 pounds and decreased the storage by 28 cubic feet. Our Maxum Chassis rides very well so we don't miss the larger chassis on our 2011. We love the double cargo doors which offer a large cavernous pass through space. We have yet to fil up our storage space. On our initial rides, the fit was not very good on our driver side cargo doors and that created some issues. Other quality issues included a vinyl strip that wanted to fall off, our heat pump did not work at first and our generator door was loose. Considering this is a home that travels down the highway at 60 mph (our speed when towing the car), these were small issues easily corrected. The ride has been smooth and our fuel consumption has been right 8 mpg, not bad towing a car too. The driver and co-pilot seats are very comfortable. My wife has realized that the co-pilot seat is made for the woman, or at least a short person. It is near impossible to raise the leg lift as a man of 6'2", my foot is too close to the dash. Speaking of the dash, the satellite radio/Nav/entertainment center work exceptionally well. Reading the manuals, it was easy to set it all up. All in all, very good fuel consumption, comfortable ride, good power and once there, a wonderful layout we both love. Replacing our 2004 motor home was not an easy task for any vehicle but in the end, the 2011 Journey 40U with its floor plan, its amenities, its power, its paint scheme (match our car) and the price was very aggressive by the five dealerships with which we negotiated, the Journey 40U has more than met the challenge. We look forward to many years traveling down the road in our 2011 Winnebago Journey 40U.Read More
