RV Up Close: Tiffin Phaeton

Jul 7, 2023 | 8 min read

The Tiffin Phaeton is what RV dreams are made of. The Phaeton is a Class A luxury diesel pusher in which comfort and style abound. Constructed with high quality materials, innovative features, and fine finishes, this motorhome leaves nothing to be desired. Intuitively designed, the Tiffin Phaeton stands out as one of the best selling luxury RVs on the market. Read on to learn more.

Top Features

  • Cummins diesel engine with dual fuel fill
  • Freightliner chassis
  • Onan quiet diesel generator
  • Optional solar preparations
  • Exterior entertainment center
  • Large powered patio awning
  • Up to four slideouts
  • Residential refrigerator
  • Sleeps up to eight people
  • Central vacuum system
  • Water filtration
  • Power and Performance

    Tiffin is known for dynamic luxury motorhomes, let's dive into the power and performance of the Tiffin Phaeton. Built on a Freightliner XCM Modular Rail chassis and powered by a rear Cummins L9 380 HP diesel engine with 1,150 lb-ft torque, Phaeton is a comfortable and powerful drive down the highway and into your favorite campground. The Allison 3000 MH six speed automatic transmission features a lock-up torque converter. Two 12-volt flooded lead-acid chassis batteries and 160-amp alternator keep your systems powered.

    Hydraulic leveling jacks come standard and most models include Freightliner V-Series VFS I-beam front suspension or ZF independent front suspension. Tiffin installed a full air brake system with automatic slack adjusters in addition to a three-stage compression brake and the front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Dual fuel fill capability makes pit stops more convenient as well as the tire pressure monitoring system which. Tiffin Phaeton has top of the line equipment powering it, let's see how the construction stacks up.

    Phaeton is substantially built for increased safety and reliability. Steel and aluminum reinforcements run throughout this motorhome. The cockpit is reinforced with a steel overhead support frame. While a tubular aluminum skeleton frames the roof and walls of the RV. The steel basement has a rust protective coating and engineered wood sub flooring. All of this adds up to a brawny Class A motorhome.

    Dynamic utility systems add to the robust nature of the Tiffin Phaeton. The 10.0-Kilowatt Onan quiet diesel generator on slide tray works seamlessly with the 2,000-Watt pure sine wave inverter with auto-generator start and interior remote control. Easily connect to shore power with the 50-Amp cord with powered retract reel. The Extraordinaire air conditioning system features three 15,000 BTU low profile air conditioners with heat pumps and condensation drains to maintain a cool environment even in the middle of the summer heat. Truma AquaGo Comfort instant water heater keeps the shower at a comfortable temperature. Monitor and adjust all of your systems with the Spyder Controls Multiplex System with app compatibility, convenience of the highest order comes standard with the Tiffin Phaeton.

    Tiffin Phaeton Exterior

    Enjoy your campground's natural surroundings in the shade of Phaeton's Girard side-mounted powered patio awning with LED lighting and optional dual pitch feature. Pop the popcorn and grab the cozy blankets for a movie night with the family on the exterior TV with soundbar. Exterior features also include a variety of Girard awnings, like manual window awnings, slide-out toppers, and powered door awning with integrated LED lighting.

    Tiffin provided ample basement storage space behind the side-swinging storage doors with gas shocks and lockable handles. Storage features include motion sensor lights, charcoal carpet cargo walls, pass-through compartment, even 120-volt and 12-volt outlets. Phaeton's expansive basement storage minimizes your restocking trips and allows you to spend more time in the natural world with your road trip companions.

    Take your pick from a wide variety of beautiful exterior full-body paint options all covered with four layers of clear coat. Tiffin added a custom rock guard, mud flaps, and a high performance protective film on the front cap to reduce wear. Phaeton has flush dual-pane windows for a sleek look and increased insulation. An exterior patio light accompanies daytime running and docking lights for increased visibility. Load up in Phaeton and seek out the adventures of your dreams.

    Driver Safety and Convenience

    • Ultraleather power driver and passenger seats
    • Tilt and telescoping steering wheel with integrated controls
    • Adjustable accelerator and brake pedals
    • One-piece panoramic windshield
    • Single-motor intermittent windshield wipers
    • Automatic LED headlights
    • Color back-up camera with monitor
    • Side-view cameras
    • Adaptive cruise control
    • Automatic traction control
    • Collision mitigation with forward warning and active braking
    • Electronic stability control
    • Keyless entry system for front entrance and component doors
    • Dual dash fans
    • USB dash receptacles
    • Driver's compartment overhead cabinets with wooden panel doors
    • Storage drawer in dash
    • Built-in driver and passenger consoles
    • 12-Volt dash receptacle
    • Digital dash cluster
    • Passenger side spyder system control panel
    • Powered solar and privacy windshield shade
    • Driver and passenger map lights
    • Stereo with AM and FM radio, CD player, and satellite radio
    • Ceiling mounted speakers
    • Tiffin Phaeton Interior

      Tiffin brings sophistication and pleasure of RV travel to a new level with luxurious finishes and an abundance of features inside the one of a kind Phaeton motorhome. Dining options include a booth dinette sleeper, dinette bar, or U-shaped dinette from Ultraleather. Comfortably lounge on the Ultraleather DE sofa bed or Air Coil sofa bed. Additional furniture options include Ultraleather theater or recliner seating. The living area includes two TVs, one over the cockpit and an additional hidden TV on a mounted lift behind the passenger side sofa. For additional sleeping capacity, you have the option of a drop down front bunk.

      Phaeton's kitchen is designed for optimal function and storage. Style is integral to the kitchen design with solid surface countertops, full tile backsplash, and LED countertop lighting. Tiffin included a stainless steel residential refrigerator with french doors and a bottom freezer. Stainless steel continues to the convection microwave and double bowl kitchen sink with pull-down sprayer. Choose between a three-burner propane cooktop or two burner induction cooktop each with a cover. Utilize the expand-an-island when in need of extra counter space. Storage abounds with a pantry and overhead pull out drawers. This kitchen comes with the option of a dishwasher as well, bringing this RV kitchen well above the rest. Tiffin elevates Phaeton's kitchen experience further with the panoramic galley window, allowing you to enjoy all the sights even when cooking for the family.

      Phaeton includes one and a half bathrooms (except model 36SH), a substantial convenience when traveling with a larger group or family. The bathrooms feature solid surface tops, shower skylight, and a handheld shower head with slide bar. In the rear, a memory foam king size mattress comes standard with the option of a queen size. A centralized entertainment center is conveniently located to enjoy your favorite show cuddled up in bed. The bedroom includes a ceiling fan for increased air circulation and bedside windows to let in natural daylight. Every model features under bed storage and additional storage with a standard closet, wardrobe, or walk-in-closet. Additional options include a safe and a washer/dryer. Tiffin Phaeton is designed for a variety of travelers who desire comfort and convenience when camping.

      Tiffin Phaeton continues to improve upon itself with each new design - improved features, new finishing touches, and versatile floor plans. There's something new to fall in love with each model of the Phaeton. Come to La Mesa today and see these one of a kind motorhomes for yourself. Be sure to check our live inventory of the Tiffin Phaeton here.