Thor·Class A·2025

Thor Tuscany 40RT

Name: Thor Tuscany 40RT
Brand: Thor
Price: 385000 USD

4.5across 1,200 reviews on retail listings

|41 ft|36,000 lbs|Sleeps 4

The Thor Tuscany 40RT is a diesel pusher Class A with tag axle, air ride suspension, and full residential amenities. It's a rolling luxury apartment for serious full-timers.

Full-TimeLuxurySnowbirds4-Season

MSRP from

$385,000

$$$$$ Ultra-Luxury

ChassisFreightliner XCR

EngineCummins 6.7L Diesel

Solar300W

Slide-Outs4

Specifications

Length

41 ft

Weight

36,000 lbs

Sleeps

Fresh Water

100 gal

Gray Water

60 gal

Black Water

40 gal

Features

Diesel Pusher

Tag Axle

Air Ride Suspension

King Bed

Residential Fridge

Washer/Dryer

In-Motion Satellite

Aqua-Hot Heating

Highlights

Diesel pusher is whisper-quiet in the cockpit while driving

Aqua-Hot heating system provides unlimited hot water and radiant heat

4 slides and 41 feet create a genuine rolling apartment

What owners report

Summarized from Reddit and owner forums — not a first-hand test.

The Thor Tuscany 40RT is Thor's run at an affordable luxury diesel pusher: a 41-foot, tag-axle coach on a Freightliner XCR raised-rail chassis with a quiet 450 hp Cummins, independent front suspension, a panoramic windshield, an Aqua-Hot hydronic system, and a true bath-and-a-half floorplan with a residential king. Its reputation is genuinely as 'the best value in a diesel pusher' - it delivers the diesel-pusher experience for substantially less than a comparable Newmar or Tiffin.

The driving and living experience is where it shines. The rear-mounted Cummins makes the cabin quiet, the IFS and 60-degree wheel cut give it ride quality and maneuverability that no gas F53 coach can touch, and owners describe the big windshield as IMAX-like. Inside, the wood, theater seats, and Aqua-Hot heating feel a class above the price, and the bath-and-a-half with a half bath usable underway is a real long-haul luxury. The serious caveat is Thor QC: while some owners log tens of thousands of trouble-light miles, others have documented brutal first years - one Tuscany-family owner reported 300+ issues and 230+ service days, including replacing the generator, multiple inverters, and an Aqua-Hot that failed four times. The premium systems that make the coach appealing are also the ones that can fail, and Thor's assembly doesn't always do them justice. Diesel service is pricier and more specialized, fuel economy lands around 8.5-9 MPG, and the 41-foot tag-axle rig demands real driving skill.

The Tuscany 40RT is best for buyers who want a luxury diesel-pusher feature set - IFS ride, Cummins power, Aqua-Hot, bath-and-a-half - at a price the premium brands can't match, and who will accept Thor's QC variability and weaker resale. Against a Newmar Dutch Star or Tiffin Phaeton (its natural diesel rivals) it dramatically undercuts on price and gives up build consistency, long-term reliability reputation, and resale value. Buy it for the diesel-pusher value and the panoramic, well-appointed experience - but go in with a strong inspection, a good warranty, and eyes open about the chance of a punch-list-heavy first year.

What owners like

+It's a genuine diesel pusher at a value price - owners widely call the Tuscany 'the best value in a diesel pusher,' delivering a 450 hp Cummins on a Freightliner XCR raised-rail chassis for far less than a comparable Newmar or Tiffin diesel
+Independent front suspension and a 60-degree wheel cut give it excellent ride quality and tight maneuverability for a 41-foot coach, a major step up from straight-axle gas chassis handling
+The huge front windshield is a standout - owners describe it as 'seeing the world in IMAX,' making the driver and passenger experience genuinely panoramic and pleasant on long days
+First-rate interior appointments for the price - owners praise the wood quality, comfortable theater seats, sofa, and dinette, plus a true bath-and-a-half layout that's hard to find at this price
+Aqua-Hot 400D hydronic heating provides continuous hot water and even, quiet heat without propane, a premium system more associated with much pricier coaches
+Diesel-pusher fundamentals - more torque for grades and towing, better high-speed stability, longer chassis service life, and roughly 8.5-9 MPG that beats a gas Class A despite the size

Common complaints

−Thor build quality and QC are the big risk at this price - one 2023 Tuscany-family owner documented over 300 issues and 230+ days in service in the first year, including replacing the generator, multiple inverters, and an Aqua-Hot that failed four times
−At 41 feet with a tag axle it's a large, heavy coach that demands real driving confidence, careful campground selection, and a non-CDL-but-substantial skill set to handle safely
−Diesel-pusher service and parts are pricier and more specialized than gas - Cummins/Freightliner service, Aqua-Hot maintenance, and DEF add cost and require shops that handle big diesel coaches
−Fuel economy drops to around 8.5 MPG at higher speeds, so while it beats a gasser, a 41-foot coach still drinks diesel on long hauls
−Brand perception works against resale - a Thor diesel pusher generally won't hold value like a Newmar Dutch Star or Tiffin Phaeton, so you save buying but give some back selling
−Some owners report needing coach alignment and chassis sorting early, and reported problems with refrigerators and toilets reflect component-level QC inconsistency
−The premium feel is real but not flawless - it's a value-built luxury coach, so materials and assembly don't fully match a true high-end Newmar or Tiffin diesel despite the upscale presentation

Questions owners ask

Is the Thor Tuscany 40RT a good value as a diesel pusher?

Yes - it's widely regarded as the best value in a diesel pusher, giving you a 450 hp Cummins, Freightliner XCR chassis with independent front suspension, Aqua-Hot, and a bath-and-a-half for far less than a comparable Newmar Dutch Star or Tiffin Phaeton. The catch is that you trade some build consistency and resale value for that lower price.

What's the catch with Thor build quality on the Tuscany?

QC is the main risk. Some owners report tens of thousands of reliable miles, while others have documented severe first-year punch lists - one Tuscany-family owner logged 300+ issues and 230+ service days, including replacing the generator, multiple inverters, and an Aqua-Hot that failed four times. The premium systems are great when they work but add complexity, so a thorough inspection and solid warranty matter.

How does the diesel pusher drive compared to a gas Class A?

Much better. The rear-mounted Cummins is quiet, the independent front suspension and 60-degree wheel cut deliver a smoother ride and tighter maneuverability than any straight-axle gas F53 coach, and the big windshield gives a panoramic view. It's a 41-foot tag-axle rig, though, so it still demands confident driving and careful campsite selection.

What fuel economy and systems does the 40RT have?

Expect roughly 8.5-9 MPG depending on speed - better than a gas Class A despite the size. It uses an Aqua-Hot 400D hydronic system for heat and hot water instead of propane, and runs on diesel with DEF. Those premium systems are part of the appeal but add to maintenance cost and complexity.

How does the Tuscany 40RT compare to a Newmar Dutch Star or Tiffin Phaeton?

It undercuts both significantly on price while offering a similar core feature set - 450 hp Cummins, IFS, Aqua-Hot, bath-and-a-half. What you give up is the Newmar and Tiffin advantage in build consistency, long-term reliability reputation, customer service, and resale value. If budget is the priority and you'll inspect carefully, it's a lot of diesel pusher for the money; if you want bulletproof quality and strong resale, the premium brands justify their cost.