2018 Venture Sonic Lite Sl169vbh Specs

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This RV's GVWR
4,000 lbs
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Safe Towing Capacity
80%
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Mint Score

Overall Score
3.2
out of 5
Tow-Ready Score
3.9/ 5
Living Space & Layout
3.0/ 5
Comfort & Features
2.7/ 5
Storage Space
3.0/ 5
Off-Grid & Campsites
3.3/ 5

About the 2018 Venture Sonic Lite Sl169vbh

The Sonic Lite SL169VBH stands out with its lightweight design at just under 3,000 lbs, making it exceptionally towable for smaller vehicles or SUVs, while still comfortably sleeping four. Its compact 21.3 ft length enhances maneuverability, perfect for weekend getaways or tight campsites. You’ll appreciate the efficient use of space, featuring a well-equipped kitchen and a full bathroom, ensuring all the essentials are at your fingertips. This travel trailer is ideal for couples or small families seeking a hassle-free camping experience.

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Large Pass-Through Storage Exterior Speakers Vinyl Flooring Throughout Water Heater Bypass

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Small Fresh Tank

Specifications by Category

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Towing & Dimensions

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
GVWR 4000 lbs Class 4 Receiver Shop Receivers -
Dry Weight 2990 lbs CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller Shop Weight Distributing Hitches -
Hitch Weight 410 lbs ReeseTrailer Hitch Shop Hitches -
Payload Capacity 1010 lbs Coil SumoSprings Shop Suspension Kits -
Length 256 in Furrion Backup Camera Shop Cameras -
Width 90 in Clip On Mirrors Shop Mirrors -
Exterior Height 113 in Telescoping Ladder Shop Ladders -
Interior Height 82 in - - -
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GVWR
4000 lbs
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Safety Essential
Class 4 Receiver
4.5
Dry Weight
2990 lbs
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CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller
4.5
Hitch Weight
410 lbs
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Safety Essential
ReeseTrailer Hitch
4.5
Payload Capacity
1010 lbs
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Recommended
Coil SumoSprings
4.5
Length
256 in
Details
Recommended
Furrion Backup Camera
4.5
Width
90 in
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Recommended
Clip On Mirrors
Exterior Height
113 in
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Telescoping Ladder
4.5
Interior Height
82 in

Tank Capacities

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Number Of Fresh Water Holding Tanks 1 - - -
Number Of Gray Water Holding Tanks 1 - - -
Number Of Black Water Holding Tanks 1 - - -
Fresh Water Tank Capacity 38 gal - Fresh Water Tanks -
Gray Water Tank Capacity 30 gal - - -
Black Water Tank Capacity 30 gal - Back Water Tanks -
Number Of Propane Tanks 1 - - -
Propane Tank Capacity 20 lbs - Propane Tank Capacity -
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Number Of Fresh Water Holding Tanks
1
Number Of Gray Water Holding Tanks
1
Number Of Black Water Holding Tanks
1
Fresh Water Tank Capacity
38 gal
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Gray Water Tank Capacity
30 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
30 gal
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Number Of Propane Tanks
1
Propane Tank Capacity
20 lbs
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Tires & Wheels

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Wheels Composition Aluminum - - -
Front Brake Type Not Applicable - - -
Rear Tire 15 Inch Radial Tires Full Spec - - -
Rear Wheel Diameter 15 - - -
Rear Brake Type Electric Drum - - -
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Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Front Brake Type
Not Applicable
Rear Tire
15 Inch Radial Tires Full Spec
Rear Wheel Diameter
15
Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum

Heating & Cooling

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Air Conditioning Type Automatic Dometic 13.5K Air Conditioner Shop All RV AC -
Water Heater Tank Capacity 6 g RV Tank Water Heater RV Water Heaters -
Heater Type Automatic - - -
Water Heater Pump Power Mode Electrical / Propane - - -
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Air Conditioning Type
Automatic
Details
Recommended
Dometic 13.5K Air Conditioner
4.3
Water Heater Tank Capacity
6 g
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Recommended
RV Tank Water Heater
4.4
Heater Type
Automatic
Water Heater Pump Power Mode
Electrical / Propane

Living Room / Bedroom(s)

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Number Of Bunk Beds 2 - - -
Living Area Location Center - - -
Number Of Bathrooms 1 - - -
Number Of Queen Size Beds 1 Queen RV Mattress Shop Mattresses -
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Number Of Bunk Beds
2
Living Area Location
Center
Number Of Bathrooms
1
Number Of Queen Size Beds
1
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Queen RV Mattress
4.3

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Kitchen / Dining

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Kitchen Table Configuration Pedestal Table - - -
Refrigerator Power Mode Electric / Propane - - -
Kitchen Location Center - - -
Number Of Oven Burners 2 - - -
Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type Vinyl - - -
Refrigerator Size Compact - - -
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Kitchen Table Configuration
Pedestal Table
Refrigerator Power Mode
Electric / Propane
Kitchen Location
Center
Number Of Oven Burners
2
Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type
Vinyl
Refrigerator Size
Compact

Bathroom

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Bathroom Location Center - - -
Bathroom Flooring Type Vinyl - - -
Toilet Type Porcelain RV Toilet with Sprayer Attachment Toilets Top 5
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Bathroom Location
Center
Bathroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Toilet Type
Porcelain
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RV Toilet with Sprayer Attachment

Exterior

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Awning Length 11 ft/m Awning Fabric Replacement All Awnings -
Number of Awnings 1 Motorized RV Awning Set Shop Awnings -
Leveling Jack Type Front Manual / Rear Manual - - -
Number Of Axles 1 - - -
Sidewall Construction Aluminum - - -
Number Of Emergency Exits 1 - - -
Number of Doors 1 - - -
Door Type Curtain - - -
Body Material Aluminum - - -
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Awning Length
11 ft/m
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Recommended
Awning Fabric Replacement
4.6
Number of Awnings
1
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Recommended
Motorized RV Awning Set
4.4
Leveling Jack Type
Front Manual / Rear Manual
Number Of Axles
1
Sidewall Construction
Aluminum
Number Of Emergency Exits
1
Number of Doors
1
Door Type
Curtain
Body Material
Aluminum

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Options

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Wallpaper Yes - - -
Battery Power Converter Yes - - -
Power Retractable Awning Yes - - -
Sliding Glass Door No - - -
Metallic No - - -
Water Heater Tank Bypass Yes - - -
Cable Prewiring Yes - - -
Satellite No - - -
TV Antenna Prewiring Yes - - -
Air Conditioning Prewiring Yes - - -
Phone Prewiring No - - -
Interior Wood Finish Yes - - -
Screened Room No - - -
Washer / Dryer Prewiring No - - -
Bunkhouse Yes - - -
Refrigerator Standard - - -
Surround Sound No - - -
Overhead Fan Yes Overhead Fan - -
Heat Prewiring Yes - - -
Satellite Prewiring Yes - - -
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Wallpaper
Yes
Battery Power Converter
Yes
Power Retractable Awning
Yes
Sliding Glass Door
No
Metallic
No
Water Heater Tank Bypass
Yes
Cable Prewiring
Yes
Satellite
No
TV Antenna Prewiring
Yes
Air Conditioning Prewiring
Yes
Phone Prewiring
No
Interior Wood Finish
Yes
Screened Room
No
Washer / Dryer Prewiring
No
Bunkhouse
Yes
Refrigerator
Standard
Surround Sound
No
Overhead Fan
Yes
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Recommended
Overhead Fan
4.2
Heat Prewiring
Yes
Satellite Prewiring
Yes

Entertainment

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Speaker Location Interior / Exterior RecPro Exterior Speakers - -
Number Of Discs 1 - - -
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Speaker Location
Interior / Exterior
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RecPro Exterior Speakers
4.4
Number Of Discs
1

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Instrumentation

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Number Of Radios 1 - - -
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Number Of Radios
1

Quick Overview

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Parent Company Thor Industries Inc. - - -
Year 2018 - - -
Make Venture - - -
Display Name Sonic Lite SL169VBH - - -
Class Travel Trailer - - -
Max Sleeping Count 4 - - -
Introduction Year 2014 - - -
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Parent Company
Thor Industries Inc.
Year
2018
Make
Venture
Display Name
Sonic Lite SL169VBH
Class
Travel Trailer
Max Sleeping Count
4
Introduction Year
2014

How We Scored This RV

Our MintRV Rating analyzes over 50 specifications across 5 key dimensions. Each dimension starts at 5.0 points and adjusts based on how this RV's specs compare to others in its class. Below is exactly how we calculated each score for this travel trailer.

Tow-Ready Score
7.8/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +2.8
Final Tow-Ready Score 7.8
Living Space & Layout
6.0/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +1.0
Final Living Space & Layout 6.0
Comfort & Features
5.3/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +0.3
Final Comfort & Features 5.3
Storage Space
6.0/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +1.0
Final Storage Space 6.0
Off-Grid & Campsites
6.5/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +1.5
Final Off-Grid & Campsites 6.5
About Our Rating Methodology

MintRV Ratings are calculated using verified manufacturer specifications. We compare each RV against others in its class type and weight category. Scores are updated when new specs become available. Learn more about our methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

To safely tow the 2018 Venture Sonic Lite Sl169vbh, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of 4000 lbs. With a dry weight of 2990 lbs and hitch weight of 410 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.

This Travel Trailer has a dry weight of 2990 lbs and a GVWR of 4000 lbs, giving a payload capacity of 1010 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.

The approximate dimensions are length 256 in., width 90 in., and height 113 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.

The Sonic Lite Sl169vbh includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.

Many Sonic Lite Sl169vbh owners add a weight-distribution hitch, brake controller, leveling system, and portable generator to improve towing comfort. Solar kits, backup cameras, and upgraded tires are also popular upgrades.

With a GVWR of 4000 lbs and dry weight of 2990 lbs, the Sonic Lite Sl169vbh is light enough for smaller tow vehicles yet rugged enough for light off-road travel. Add solar, extra propane, and a generator for extended off-grid stays.

This floorplan sleeps up to 4 people comfortably - perfect for couples or small families seeking a lightweight, easy-tow Travel Trailer.

The Sonic Lite Sl169vbh features body construction with sidewalls and 1 axle(s). Its GVWR of 4000 lbs ensures strength without excessive towing weight.
?? Tip: Always check your vehicle's specific towing capacity in the owner's manual. Consider payload and tongue weight too!

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