Travel Trailer
Forest River RV V-Cross Vibe 6501
Compare specs across all model years (2012–2014)
3
Model Years
4
Sleeps
20' 5"
Length
4,217
Avg GVWR
Our Recommendation
Which Year Should You Buy?
2014 V-Cross Vibe 6501
Best Choice
Highest Mint Score (32.3). Most recent model year with latest updates.
What Changed Year-Over-Year
2013
2014
Weight Increase
GVWR increased from 3,840 to 4,740 lbs (900 lbs heavier).
2012
2013
Weight Reduction
GVWR dropped from 4,070 to 3,840 lbs (230 lbs lighter), improving towability.
All Model Years
Best Value
2014
2014 Forest River RV V-Cross Vibe 6501
32.3
4,740 lbs GVWR
340 lbs Hitch
20' 5"
Sleeps 4
↑ 900 lbs heavier than 2013
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2013
2013 Forest River RV V-Cross Vibe 6501
31.5
3,840 lbs GVWR
340 lbs Hitch
20' 4"
Sleeps 4
↓ 230 lbs lighter than 2012
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2012
2012 Forest River RV V-Cross Vibe 6501
32.1
4,070 lbs GVWR
292 lbs Hitch
20' 4"
Sleeps 4
Original model year
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