Brinkley’s new Ix 25x trailer delivers comfort, space, and easy half-ton towing capability.
When a premium RV brand introduces a “more affordable” model, two things usually happen. First, the build quality still stays at the same high standard as the rest of the lineup. Second, the price still lands above average compared to many competitors, along with nearly everything else that comes with it.
That’s exactly the case with the all-new Model Ix 25x, the latest addition to Brinkley’s newer Ix lineup of travel trailers, first introduced last fall for the 2026 model year. The series originally launched with just one floorplan, the smaller Ix 20x, which remains the most compact option. Now, buyers can choose from four different layouts.
All of them measure under 30 feet (9.1 meters) and are designed for couples or small families who want to travel without giving up the feel of home. Even with a smaller footprint compared to Brinkley’s larger RVs, these trailers still feel unmistakably like a Brinkley, offering that same residential comfort buyers expect.
The Ix 25x is one of the two largest models in the new series, which serves as a lighter version of the older Model I lineup. It measures 29.11 feet (8.8 meters) long and rides on a tandem axle setup. It also includes a slide-out that expands the living area while parked, but the trailer remains functional even with the slide pulled in. To help with that, there are two separate entry doors—one in the front and one in the rear.
Like the other three models, this Ix is mainly designed for couples, but it can comfortably sleep up to four people without sacrificing comfort or privacy. The floorplan features a front bedroom, a pass-through bathroom, and a rear living area that can also serve as a second sleeping space.
Everything inside reflects Brinkley’s usual high standards, from the appliances and construction quality to the materials used throughout. Buyers get dovetail drawers, soft-close hinges, lumbercore cabinetry, solid-surface countertops, and stainless steel sinks. The interior is designed to feel like a real home, but one you can tow with most half-ton trucks and take almost anywhere.
One entrance leads directly into the private bedroom, while the second opens into the main living area. This setup becomes especially useful when the slide is closed, since you can still access the entire trailer by sections. It’s a smart desgin that keeps the RV fully usable even during quick stops on the road.
The rear living area includes a jackknife sofa with plenty of nearby storage, along with a pair of theater seats that share the slide with the two-door Furrion refrigerator and a large pantry beside it. There’s no traditional entertainment wall here, so you won’t find the usual fireplace, soundbar, and built-in TV setup.
Instead, Brinkley installs a portable Bluetooth speaker inside a cabinet and mounts a smart TV on a swivel above part of the kitchen counter. That same area also features the upgraded version of their patented Dinesk system, which now works as a fold-out dining table or desk. The extra chairs store neatly inside a dedicated compartment under the true queen bed, keeping the main living area open when they’re not needed.
The L-shaped kitchen comes fully equipped, minus a dishwasher, though there is prep for one under the sink. Standard features include a three-burner gas cooktop, the refrigerator, and a 3-in-1 oven that combines microwave and air fryer functions.
Brinkley also includes several signature touches, like a built-in paper towel holder inside a drawer, a dedicated trash cabinet with extra space for garbage bags, and plenty of storage that makes the kitchen practical for daily use.
The pass-through bathroom uses pocket doors on both sides, allowing access from either end of the trailer. This is especially useful when four people are staying inside. The doors also add extra privacy, though they feel less necesary for couples traveling alone.
The shower is slightly smaller than what you’d find in Brinkley’s larger trailers, but that choice creates room for a linen closet next to the foot-flush porcelain toilet. It still includes a multi-spray shower tower, built-in storage, and a sliding glass door. The sink across from it is smaller too, but still practical for daily use.
The front bedroom features a true queen bed with storage underneath and additional cabinets around the headboard. Since Brinkley skipped the usual front windshield design, the room gets a padded headboard and a more residential feel. There’s also prep for a wall-mounted TV, hanging hooks, and a vent ready for a second AC unit.
The Ix 25x comes standard with an 18,000-BTU Furrion Chill Cube ducted AC in the main living room, a 30,000-BTU furnace, a tankless on-demand water heater, an outdoor shower with hot and cold water, a power awning, and manual jacks. Water tank capacity includes 46 gallons (174 liters) of fresh water, 70 gallons (265 liters) of gray water, and 35 gallons (132 liters) of black water.
Other standard features include frameless Euro-style tinted windows with integrated blinds, upgraded Road Armor suspension, updated decals, LED lighting, a fully walkable roof, and a fully enclosed, heated underbelly.
The trailer weighs 6,888 lbs (3,124 kg) empty and carries a maximum GVWR of 8,495 lbs (3,853 kg). Brinkley lists the starting MSRP at $70,243, though actual sale prices will likely be lower depending on the dealer, so that figure should be viewed as a general reference.
Below, you can find a full walkthrough tour of the 2026 Brinkley Ix 25x, the newest addition to the growing Brinkley lineup.