Capri Retreat vs Kingstar Explorer 8
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
 Capri Campers Hard-Side (No Slide) |  Kingstar Hard-Side (No Slide) | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP | $16,000 | $15,000★ |
| Loaded MSRP | $22,000 | $22,000 |
| Weight & Truck Fit | ||
| Dry Weight | 1,200 lbs★ | 1,800 lbs |
| Wet Weight | — | 2,300 lbs |
| Min Payload Needed | 1,500 lbs★ | 2,500 lbs |
| Min Truck Class | Half-Ton | 3/4-Ton |
| Fits Short Bed | Yes | No |
| Tailgate | Remove Tailgate | Remove Tailgate |
| Sleeping | ||
| Sleeps | 2 | 3★ |
| Bed Type | Cabover Full | Cabover Queen |
| Orientation | North-South | East-West |
| Kitchen | ||
| Kitchen | Yes | Yes |
| Cooktop Burners | 2 | 2 |
| Fridge | 3-Way Absorption | 12V Compressor |
| Oven | No | No |
| Microwave | No | No |
| Bathroom | ||
| Bathroom | None | Wet Bath |
| Shower | None | Indoor |
| Toilet | None | Cassette |
| Water System | ||
| Fresh Water | 7 gal | 20 gal★ |
| Gray Water | — | 12 gal |
| Hot Water | — | — |
| Electrical | ||
| Solar | — | 100W |
| Battery Type | AGM | AGM |
| Battery Capacity | 100Ah | 100Ah |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Shore Power | — | 15A |
| Climate & Insulation | ||
| Furnace | Yes | Yes |
| Furnace BTU | 10,000 BTU | 16,000 BTU★ |
| A/C | No | No |
| A/C BTU | — | — |
| Season Rating | 3-Season | 3-Season |
| R-Value | — | R-7 |
| Construction | ||
| Shell | Aluminum | Fiberglass |
| Frame | Wood | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | ||
| Interior Height | 72" | 76" |
| Overall Length | 108" | 130" |
| Overall Width | 82" | 88" |
| Setup & Usability | ||
| Setup Time | — | 15 min |
| People Needed | — | 1 |
| Jack Type | Manual | Manual |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is lighter, the Capri Retreat or Kingstar Explorer 8?
The Capri Retreat is lighter at 1,200 lbs dry weight, which is 600 lbs less than the Kingstar Explorer 8.
Which costs less, the Capri Retreat or Kingstar Explorer 8?
The Kingstar Explorer 8 starts at $15,000, which is $1,000 less than the Capri Retreat at $16,000.
Which sleeps more people, the Capri Retreat or Kingstar Explorer 8?
The Kingstar Explorer 8 sleeps 3 people compared to 2 for the Capri Retreat.