Thor Officially Unveils Range-Extended Electric Entegra Coach Embark Class A Model
The RV manufacturer fills in some of the blanks on this exciting new motorhome.
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The Entegra Coach Embark Class A motorhome has been an open secret since it was first unveiled to dealers back in July. We even wrote an article about it several weeks ago, sharing what little information we knew at the time. Now, as part of the big Elkhart Extravaganza/Open House this week, Entegra’s parent company, Thor, has revealed the rig to the public, filling in plenty of unknown details as a result.
One of the first things that stands out in the announcement is that the Embark is now officially branded as an Entegra Coach model. Back when it first debuted, it was labeled as a Jayco RV, which is technically still correct. Recently, Entegra moved under the Jayco umbrella in order to take advantage of the brand’s size and scale to improve design and manufacturing.
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We already knew that the Embark rides on an all-new electric platform co-developed by Thor and Harbinger Motors. But in a press release announcing the vehicle, we gained some more technical specs. For instance, we now know that the coach has a 140kWh battery pack, and an 800V electrical architecture that gives it rapid charging capabilities at public DC fast charging stations. The power cells can also be charged at a campsite power pole or at home, where it also has the ability to serve as a back-up power supply during a blackout.
Thor also shared a few more details on the rig’s gas-powered range extender. That comes in the form of a generator, which can recharge the onboard battery packs, as well. This gives the RV a measure of flexibility not found in most electric vehicles. Because the range extender can be gassed up at a traditional gas station, owners never have to worry about finding themselves stranded without any power, completely eliminating range anxiety.
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It was previously reported that the Embark’s range would be roughly 105 miles on electricity alone or as much as 500 miles using the range extender. The official specs now indicate the actual maximum range is closer to 450 miles, which is still impressive from a Class A coach. The difference in range could be due to Thor being somewhat conservative in its numbers. But it’s more likely that the 500 mile range is for the standard chassis, but the addition of all of the RV components has brought the number down some.
With the official announcement, we’ve also received a full floor plan of the new Embark. The layout includes a king-size bed in the rear, a midship bathroom with a toilet, shower, sink, and wardrobe, and a kitchenette that includes a mini-fridge, sink, and induction cooktop. Closer to the front, owners will find a dinette with a space-saving folding table, a sofa bench with hidden storage, and a 40” TV on a televator. Full specs and dimensions have yet to be revealed.
Photo Credit: Entegra Coach
According to Thor, the new Entegra Coach Embark will go into production soon, with the first models rolling off the assembly line in 2026. Those initial vehicles will not be for sale, however, but will instead be available to rent. The company will then use customer feedback to further refine and hone the RV before it becomes commercially available to the public. No pricing or availability beyond that has been announced as of yet.
For more information about the Entegra Coach Embark, visit the company’s website.
Kraig Becker is a writer in the RV, outdoors, and adventure travel space. Over the course of his career he has contributed to such outlets as Popular Mechanics, Outside Online, Business Insider, TripSavvy, Digital Trends, GearJunkie, The Adventure Blog, and countless others. An avid runner and cyclist, he enjoys camping, hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, and just about any other outdoor activity. His travels have taken him to seven continents and on many amazing adventures.
