Compare 2015 Anthem to 2017 Aspire

[soundsuperio]

We have been offered reasonable prices on both of these in 42DEQ floor plan. Am on the road with limited internet. Can anyone give us insights on differences and perhaps known isssues on these coaches. We are part timers, usually a couple of long weekends and an extended trip or two yearly.
Thanks

[DeeGee]

They are remarkably alike. We bought a 2015 Aspire, the Anthem being out of our budget at the time. The Anthem then was a big step up and had a lot of features that we wanted: larger fuel tank, larger water tank, independent front suspension, etc. The 2018 Aspire has all of these now, along with 3 years worth of other improvements and a warranty. I would go for the new Aspire, definitely, unless it was really too much. Get the extra battery option and don't look back - you will have a brand new 2015 Anthem.

Edit: OK, I missed that it was a 2017 Aspire, not 2018. I'll have to look at it. I think the 2017s had IFS, but I'm really not sure.

[Matt D]

2015 Anthem has IFS and 150 gallons of fuel.

2017 Aspire has IFS and 100 gallons of fuel.

Same engine, same trans, same basic frame with some enhancements to the rear suspension on the Anthem.

I can’t speak to the Anthem, but the Aspire carries Goodyear G670s in 315 on the steer axle and 295 in the rear.

The 2017 Aspire interior is pretty dressed up, likely on par with the Anthem.

The Aspire will also have a 400D Aquahot versus the 450D in the Anthem. The significant differences there are the lack of the motor aid loop and some pump differences. Both are diesel fired.

IMHO, the 2017 Aspire was a very big leap toward the Anthem line with IFS and battery relocation. The elimination of the LP system closed the gap further.

If the tires bother you, get a set of Michelin’s and roll. It’s super easy to add another 2 L16 batteries if your use requires it.

Personally, we simply run the generator and bank the $1200 saved against fuel costs.

In short, the 2017 Aspire is a huge bargain IMHO.

-Matt