Storyteller Overland’s 2027 Lineup: Tour Mode, GXV Wild, and Grand Bohemian Explained

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Overview: Storyteller Overland’s 2027 Lineup

Storyteller Overland introduced its full Model Year 2027 lineup on August 4, 2026. The Storyteller Overland 2027 lineup adds three vehicles to a nine-model range: Tour Mode, GXV Wild, and Grand Bohemian. Each one targets a different kind of buyer. Tour Mode joins the brand’s Sprinter-based camper vans, for example, while GXV Wild opens a lower-priced door into its heavy-duty expedition trucks. Grand Bohemian, meanwhile, starts an entirely new micro-camper category built on the INEOS Grenadier platform, first detailed in the company’s own press release.

The Birmingham, Alabama, builder calls this its biggest expansion since launching in 2018. It also arrives alongside strong sales numbers. Storyteller’s Class B unit sales rose 51.7% year to date, according to Statistical Surveys data cited in the announcement. The overall Class B segment, meanwhile, fell 7.8% over the same stretch. Three new models plus growing market share, as a result, put Storyteller in a stronger spot heading into 2027.

For 4wdTalk readers, the headline numbers matter less than the hardware underneath them. This article breaks down what each new model offers, since chassis and drivetrain choices vary sharply across the three. It also covers which model fits which kind of overlander. For background on how camper vans stack up against other overlanding platforms, 4wdTalk’s guide to different types of camper vans covers the basics.

Key Facts at a Glance

This table lines up the three new models before the deeper breakdown below. Prices reflect each model’s published starting point. The full nine-vehicle range also includes six other models. Four are Sprinter van platforms: CLASSIC, DARK, BEAST, and CREW MODE. Two more, GXV HILT and GXV EPIC, sit among the heavier expedition trucks. Those six carry over largely unchanged for 2027, aside from the galley and Starlink updates covered below, so this breakdown focuses on what is genuinely new.

The Three New Models for 2027, Plus What’s Refreshed

Tour Mode: More Livability on the 170-Inch Sprinter

Tour Mode joins CREW MODE on the 170-inch Sprinter platform. Storyteller calls it its “Grande Tourer.” The TroupeLounge seating converts to a queen bed and opens extra galley space, a layout it shares with CREW MODE. Standard equipment includes a full wet and dry bath, a 16.8 kWh battery system, a 3,000-watt inverter, and several 150-watt solar panels. Starlink Mini now ships standard, too, along with CREW, BEAST, and DARK MODE. Starting price is $254,012, according to CamperReport’s coverage of the model’s earlier debut.

GXV Wild: The New Entry Point Into Expedition Trucks

GXV Wild opens the lowest-priced door into Storyteller’s expedition truck category. It starts roughly $100,000 below the flagship GXV HILT. Under the hood sits a Ram 3500 single-cab Big Horn chassis with a 6.4-liter HEMI V8. It is rated at 375 horsepower and 429 lb-ft of torque, paired to an 8-speed automatic. AEV suspension, a 3-inch lift, 37-inch tires, and a 12,000-pound Warn winch back up its off-road claims. GVWR runs 14,000 pounds, with a 1,000-pound payload and up to 11,000 pounds of towing capacity. Its signature feature is the FlipOut Rear Deck, a fold-down open-air deck Storyteller calls first to market in the segment. The entire rear wall of the camper box folds into an elevated outdoor platform, complete with railing and lighting. Starting price is $299,898, according to HiConsumption’s spec breakdown of the model, and dealer deliveries begin in the third quarter of 2026.

Grand Bohemian: A New Micro-Camper Category

Grand Bohemian builds on the INEOS Grenadier Trialmaster platform. Power comes from a BMW 3.0-liter inline-six paired to an 8-speed ZF automatic. Standard equipment includes EVICTUS suspension, BFGoodrich off-road tires, a front winch, and a twin ARB onboard air compressor. An Alu-Cab pop-top roof adds standing headroom, while a 270-degree awning extends outdoor living space. This micro-camper runs a 5.4 kWh power system, with up to 400 watts of solar and 10.5 gallons of fresh water. It sits outside standard RV size classes. Yet Grand Bohemian carries full RVIA certification, so financing and dealer warranty support stay in line with the rest of the lineup. Starting price runs around $199,000, based on coverage of its earlier March 2026 debut.

The Refreshed 144-Inch MODE Vans

Alongside the three new models, Storyteller also refreshed its existing 144-inch MODE vans for 2027. CLASSIC, DARK, and BEAST all get a full galley redesign, with a reworked sink, a taller fridge, and an updated Groove Lounge seating layout. New drawer latches, slides, and door bumpers cut down cabin noise on rough roads, too. Starlink Mini now ships standard on BEAST, DARK, and CREW, matching what Tour Mode offers at launch. None of these changes carry a new starting price, since Storyteller positions them as running updates rather than a new model. These three new vehicles and six refreshed ones sit behind the sales numbers below.

Why the Storyteller Overland 2027 Lineup Is Gaining Market Share

Storyteller’s sales numbers stand out against a soft Class B market. According to Statistical Surveys data cited in the company’s announcement, Storyteller’s market share grew 64.6% year to date. The broader Class B segment, meanwhile, slid 7.8% over the same period. This gap places Storyteller at roughly fifth in the U.S. Class B market, among builders growing fastest in a shrinking category.

Product decisions likely explain part of this growth. GXV Wild opened Storyteller’s expedition-truck tier to buyers roughly $100,000 below the flagship HILT, a meaningful price drop in a category few builders serve at all. Grand Bohemian, similarly, created a sub-$200,000 entry point which did not previously exist in the lineup. Both moves widen the buyer pool without touching the flagship models, which likely helped push unit sales up even as the broader segment contracted.

CEO Neil Grimmer frames the growth around a shift he calls “from RV to AV,” short for adventure vehicle. The framing positions Storyteller’s owners as trail-focused explorers, not traditional RV travelers. Storyteller also runs a branded owners’ community, with regional chapters and a companion trip-planning app. This messaging, as a result, reaches buyers well beyond a single press release. Still, whether “AV” becomes an industry-standard category or stays a lasting Storyteller marketing term is not yet clear. Either way, the underlying sales figures come from an independent research firm, not the company itself. This distinction gives buyers a real data point beyond the branding.

How Storyteller Overland Compares to the Rest of the Market

Storyteller’s three-tier structure, Sprinter vans, expedition trucks, and now a micro-camper, gives it a wider spread than most single-category competitors. EarthRoamer and EarthCruiser both build heavier expedition trucks in the GXV Wild price range and above. Its current lineup, notably, has no model priced under $400,000. Winnebago’s Revel competes more directly against Tour Mode on the Sprinter platform instead. The heavier Arka, built on a Ram 5500 chassis, lines up closer to GXV Wild and the GXV truck tier. Storyteller’s GXV heritage, inherited when it acquired Global Expedition Vehicles in 2022, still gives it a heavier-duty option Winnebago’s van-based lineup does not match. 4wdTalk covered Winnebago’s new off-grid adventure truck when it debuted, a useful comparison point against GXV Wild.

The GXV name traces back further than Storyteller itself. Global Expedition Vehicles started in Missouri in 2005, building large expedition trucks alongside early peers like EarthRoamer. Storyteller acquired the company in 2022, folding this heritage into its own lineup rather than starting an expedition-truck line from scratch. This history matters for buyers weighing build quality against newer, less-proven competitors, since GXV’s underlying engineering predates the Storyteller brand by over a decade.

Grand Bohemian creates a category with fewer direct comparisons. Its closest overlanding peers are smaller pop-top conversions built on similar mid-size 4×4 platforms. Storyteller’s RVIA certification and dealer network, though, give it financing and warranty support boutique builders often cannot offer. For readers weighing where any of these three fit against the broader field, 4wdTalk’s ranking of the best overland vehicles covers how established options stack up.

Which New Model Fits Which Buyer

Tour Mode fits buyers set on maximum interior space and a smoother ride. Its Sprinter platform and TroupeLounge layout favor long trips with more people or gear, over raw trail capability. GXV Wild, on the other hand, gives buyers the most accessible entry into an expedition truck, with real off-road hardware behind it. Its 37-inch tires, 12,000-pound winch, and FlipOut Rear Deck target trail-focused overlanders who still want a full camper build.

Grand Bohemian works best for buyers who want a daily-driveable rig which still handles remote routes. Its Grenadier platform and RVIA certification split the difference between a lifted daily vehicle and a dedicated expedition truck. The entry price, notably, still lands lower than GXV Wild’s. None of these three decisions depend on marketing language, though. Chassis, suspension, tire size, and winch rating tell most of the story. Every buyer comparing the Storyteller Overland 2027 lineup, in the end, ends up weighing livability against off-road hardware and price. Buyers cross-shopping used inventory should also confirm the exact trim and options package on any listing, since Storyteller’s published prices cover base configurations only. Extra solar capacity, upgraded winches, or alternate floorplans push any of these three well past their starting sticker.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the Storyteller Overland GXV Wild cost?

GXV Wild starts at $299,898, roughly $100,000 below the flagship GXV HILT. Dealer deliveries begin in the third quarter of 2026.

What chassis is the GXV Wild built on?

GXV Wild uses a Ram 3500 single-cab Big Horn chassis with a 6.4-liter HEMI V8, an 8-speed automatic, AEV suspension, and 37-inch tires.

Is the Grand Bohemian a real RV or just a Grenadier conversion?

Grand Bohemian carries full RVIA certification despite sitting outside standard RV size classes. As a result, it qualifies for the same financing and dealer warranty support as Storyteller’s other models, rather than an aftermarket conversion alone.

What is the FlipOut Rear Deck on GXV Wild?

The FlipOut Rear Deck folds the entire rear wall of the camper box down into an elevated open-air platform, complete with railing and lighting. Storyteller says the feature is first to market in the expedition-truck segment.

How does Storyteller Overland compare to Winnebago and EarthRoamer?

The brand spans a wider price and category range than either competitor. Winnebago’s Revel competes closest against Tour Mode and the Sprinter-based MODE vans, while the heavier Arka lines up closer to GXV Wild. EarthRoamer and EarthCruiser, by contrast, compete near or above GXV Wild’s price range, without offering a comparable Sprinter-van tier.

Where can I buy a Storyteller Overland vehicle?

Storyteller sells through a dealer network, with GXV Wild deliveries starting in the third quarter of 2026. Availability for Tour Mode and Grand Bohemian follows the same dealer-order process as the rest of the lineup.