The Midwest Automotive Designs Luxe Cruiser and Passage are both Class B motorhomes on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500XD. Both include a full galley kitchen, private wet bath, solar power, lithium battery capability, and sleeping for two. The difference is in size, kitchen scope, power capacity, and floor plan range. This guide covers every meaningful specification difference so you can determine which one fits your travel style before visiting our Hoffman Estates showroom.
| Specification | Luxe Cruiser | Passage |
|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 170" EXT only | 144" (FD2) or 170" EXT (MD2, MD3, MD4) |
| Max Length | 24'2" | 24'2" EXT or 19'6" on 144" |
| Max Passengers | 6 | 7 (MD4) |
| Floor Plans | D4, S5, D6, LD4 | FD2, MD2, MD3, MD4 |
| Refrigerator (170" EXT) | Full front-panel fridge | 7.3 cu ft dual-door |
| Cooktop | Dual burner induction | Single (FD2) or Dual (MD2+) |
| Max Lithium Battery | 1,080Ah (Freedom Package) | 1,080Ah (Freedom Package) |
| Max Inverter | 3,000W | 3,000W |
| AC System | 13,000 BTU Gree Standard | 15,000 BTU Gree (2026) |
| Bathroom | Full Wet Bath | Full Wet Bath |
| Bed Size (170" EXT) | Full length | 68 x 80" (MD2/MD3/MD4) |
| RVIA Certified | Yes | Yes |
| MB eXpert Upfitter | Yes | Yes |
| MB Warranty Intact | Yes — 3yr/36k + 5yr/100k | Yes — 3yr/36k + 5yr/100k |
You travel primarily with 2 people and want the largest possible living space. You prioritize the kitchen as a core feature. You want the flagship floor plans (S5, D6) with the most living-room-like cabin. You plan extended travel and want maximum space per dollar.
You want to travel in a compact 144-inch wheelbase (FD2 floor plan) that fits tighter campsites and parking. You need more than 2 seats (MD3 adds a third captain's chair; MD4 seats 7). You prioritize the proven original Midwest Class B design that has been refined since 2001.
Both models include full galley kitchens, full wet baths, solar, and lithium capability. The differences are in floor plan geometry, maximum passenger count, and whether you want a 144-inch wheelbase option. For the vast majority of buyers traveling as a couple, either model will fully satisfy every requirement. The Passage FD2 is the right choice if 144-inch matters. The Luxe Cruiser S5 is the right choice if maximum interior space matters. For everything in between, the choice often comes down to the specific interior color palette and stitch pattern that speaks to you.
Both models in stock at Hoffman Estates. Our van specialists will walk you through every difference.
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