Thor Tuscany 40RT vs Thor Delano 24FB

Thor Tuscany 40RT

• ✓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

Thor Delano 24FB

• ✓Mercedes Sprinter diesel platform at a lower price than competitors
• ✓Fixed rear bed means no daily setup/teardown
• ✓Lithium battery and diesel heating for comfortable off-grid stays

Thor Tuscany 40RT

• ✓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

• ✗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

Thor Delano 24FB

• ✓Mercedes Sprinter diesel chassis delivers excellent fuel economy — owners report around 15 mpg, strong for a motorhome
• ✓Murphy bed layout frees up daytime living space in a compact van footprint
• ✓Compact enough to park and drive almost anywhere a large pickup goes
• ✓Auto-leveling jacks and a diesel generator on many builds add real convenience for off-grid stays
• ✓A genuine premium Class B/C-B experience at a lower price than Airstream or top-tier Sprinter vans

• ✗Thor's quality control is the recurring complaint — owners report leaking water pipes, cracked side windows, and auto-leveling jacks leaking hydraulic fluid
• ✗Water intrusion is a theme: rain entering through the door and steps, and a bunk skylight that lets in excessive heat
• ✗Reported nuisance defects include a master cutoff switch that won't turn off, an awning cap that falls off, and a non-working propane gauge
• ✗Exterior paint quality complaints include orange peel and spotting on the front bumper
• ✗Mercedes diesel service is pricier and less widely available than gas-engine alternatives
• ✗At $175K it's a big spend, and Thor's QC reputation makes that price harder to swallow