The folks at MHSRV are friendly and professional. We were a bit apprehensive about traveling from Iowa to buy but it was worth it! The price, internet comments and our salesman explaining the procedure were the main reasons we decided to buy at MHS. We really like our coach's king bed, shower, storage and fit and finish. Our closing was quick and easy and our walk-through was very good. Thanks Folks.
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Thor Aria Luxury Class A Diesel Pusher Motorhomes For Sale
Thor Aria diesel motorhomes for sale at Motor Home Specialist, the #1 Volume Selling Motor Home Dealer in the World and the #1 Thor Motor Coach RV dealer in the country. The Thor Aria is a luxury Class A diesel pusher motorhome built on the Freightliner XC-R raised rail chassis with an Atlas foundation, powered by a Cummins ISB-XT 6.7-liter diesel engine. Shopping for a new Thor Aria or a used Thor Aria? MHSRV stocks one of the largest selections of Thor Aria diesel motorhomes for sale in the country, all backed by industry-leading discount pricing.
The Aria sits in the upper tier of Thor Motor Coach's Class A diesel pusher lineup, pairing a high-end residential interior with a serious diesel-pusher chassis. It's aimed at buyers stepping up from a smaller motorhome or moving over from a competing diesel brand who want long-haul comfort, real towing capability, and a luxury feature list. Cross-shoppers usually compare it against Thor's own Thor Riviera and Thor Palazzo GT diesel pushers.
Freightliner XC-R Chassis and Cummins Diesel
Every Aria is built on the Freightliner XC-R raised rail chassis with the Atlas foundation, powered by the Cummins ISB-XT 6.7-liter diesel with the engine mounted at the rear. Standard chassis equipment includes Air-Ride suspension, Sachs shock absorbers, a VFS front axle with a 55-degree wheel cut (which helps in tight-radius turns at fuel islands and campgrounds), and a 10,000-pound rated hitch. Up front, the cockpit carries a 14-inch touchscreen dash radio with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and SiriusXM prep, plus blind spot detection and heated, powered side mirrors with integrated side-view cameras.
Off-Grid Power
A 100-watt rooftop solar charging system with multiplex-panel monitoring is standard, and buyers planning extended off-grid time can add the optional 400-watt solar upgrade for a total of 500 watts. Standard AC power includes SurgeGuard electrical protection integrated with the Rapid Camp+ multiplex system for surge and load monitoring at shore power hookups.
Rapid Camp+ Multiplex and Connectivity
The Aria carries the Rapid Camp+ multiplex wiring control system paired with SurgeGuard electrical protection. Owners run lighting, climate, and tank levels from a 7-inch touchscreen or a paired Wi-Fi device. Connectivity comes from the Winegard ConnecT 5G system, which combines a Wi-Fi extender, a 5G hotspot, and a TV antenna in a single rooftop unit. Multiple LED Smart TVs are placed throughout the coach, and a 40-inch exterior LED TV with a Bluetooth-enabled soundbar handles outdoor viewing at the campsite.
Interior, Kitchen, and Living Area
Inside, the Aria carries a Dream Dinette booth, a central vacuum system, and residential-style kitchen appliances. The galley pairs a two-burner electric induction cooktop with a convection microwave with air fryer, a residential refrigerator with in-door water and ice, a stainless-steel double-bowl sink with pull-down sprayer and stainless cover, soft-close drawer guides, a pantry cabinet, and a countertop pop-up wireless phone charger with outlets and USB ports. Most Aria floor plans carry power-reclining theater seats with heat, massage, USB ports, and cup holders. The 3702 and 3901 add an electric fireplace in the living area.
Sleeping Configurations
Every Aria floor plan carries a Tilt-A-View King-size bed in the master with an inclining headrest (useful for reading or TV before sleep), plus a removable power drop-down overhead bunk with a Cotton Cloud mattress. The 3901 and 4000 add a leatherette sofa bed as standard (optional on the 3702), and the 4000 adds dedicated bunk beds for family travel. The 3702 also carries an electric fireplace in the bedroom for cooler-weather comfort.
Exterior, Paint, and Appearance Packages
Every Aria runs full-body paint with gel-coated sidewalls. Three paint colors are offered: Cobalt, Arcadia, and Luna. Two appearance packages are available: the Stealth Black-Out Package for a darker, more understated finish, and the optional Chrome Chassis Accents Package for a more traditional luxury look. Storage and outdoor amenities include basement pass-through storage with a slide-out tray and a power lateral-arm patio awning.
Floor Plans at MHSRV
The Thor Aria is available at MHSRV in three floor plans. Two designer interior collections are offered across the lineup: the Asheville Collection and the Chalet Collection.
Aria 3702. Tilt-A-View King master, electric fireplace in both the living area and the bedroom, optional leatherette sofa bed. Pick this floor plan for the extra fireplace-in-the-bedroom comfort and the mid-size length.
Aria 3901. Tilt-A-View King master, electric fireplace in the living area, standard leatherette sofa bed. Available for a full 360° virtual walk-through tour. Pick this floor plan for the extra sleeping capacity from the sofa bed and the ability to preview the layout virtually before you visit.
Aria 4000. The family floor plan. Tilt-A-View King master plus dedicated bunk beds and a standard leatherette sofa bed. Pick this floor plan for family travel or shoppers who need multiple sleeping zones beyond the master and cab-over bunk.
Cross-shopping the Aria? Buyers usually compare it against Thor's own diesel pushers: the Thor Riviera (a close sibling in Thor's DP lineup) and the Thor Palazzo GT. Shoppers who want a Super C diesel alternative should look at the Freightliner S2RV-based Thor Pasadena.
Thor Aria FAQs
What is the Thor Aria?
The Thor Aria is a luxury Class A diesel pusher motorhome built by Thor Motor Coach. It pairs a Freightliner XC-R raised rail chassis and Cummins ISB-XT 6.7-liter diesel engine with a high-end residential interior, making it a strong fit for buyers who want a premium long-haul diesel coach with full-time RV capability.
What chassis is the Thor Aria built on?
The Thor Aria is built on the Freightliner XC-R raised rail chassis with the Atlas foundation. Standard chassis equipment includes Air-Ride suspension, Sachs shock absorbers, a VFS front axle with a 55-degree wheel cut, and a 10,000-pound rated hitch. Power comes from the Cummins ISB-XT 6.7-liter diesel engine mounted at the rear of the coach.
Is the Thor Aria a diesel pusher?
Yes. The Thor Aria is a Class A diesel pusher, with the Cummins diesel engine mounted at the rear of the coach. Rear-mounted diesels are generally associated with quieter cabin acoustics, smoother ride quality, and stronger torque for towing and grade climbing than a front-engine gas or diesel configuration.
What floor plans does the Thor Aria come in?
The Thor Aria is available at MHSRV in three floor plans: the Aria 3702 (mid-size with electric fireplace in living area and bedroom), the Aria 3901 (mid-size with standard leatherette sofa bed, available for 360° virtual tour), and the Aria 4000 (family floor plan with dedicated bunk beds and standard sofa bed). Every floor plan carries a Tilt-A-View King master bed and a removable power drop-down overhead bunk with a Cotton Cloud mattress.
Does the Thor Aria come with bunk beds?
Yes, on the Aria 4000. The 4000 is the family-focused floor plan in the Aria lineup, with dedicated bunk beds in addition to the Tilt-A-View King master bed and the standard removable power drop-down overhead bunk. The 3702 and 3901 don't carry dedicated rear bunks. Every Aria floor plan does carry the drop-down overhead bunk for additional guest sleeping, so even the couples-focused plans have a second sleeping zone.
What interior decor collections are available on the Thor Aria?
The Thor Aria is offered with two designer interior collections: the Asheville Collection and the Chalet Collection. Each collection carries a different look, color palette, and material treatment.
What exterior paint colors are available on the Thor Aria?
The Thor Aria is available in three full-body paint colors: Cobalt, Arcadia, and Luna, all with gel-coated sidewalls. Two optional appearance packages are also offered: the Stealth Black-Out Package for a darker, more understated finish, and the Chrome Chassis Accents Package for a more traditional luxury look.
How does the Thor Aria handle off-grid power?
Every Aria carries a 100-watt rooftop solar charging system monitored through the multiplex panel as standard, with an optional 400-watt solar upgrade that brings total capacity up to 500 watts for buyers who plan extended off-grid or dry-camping trips. The Rapid Camp+ multiplex system with SurgeGuard electrical protection handles load and surge monitoring at shore power hookups.
What's the difference between the Thor Aria and the Thor Riviera?
Both the Thor Aria and the Thor Riviera are Thor Motor Coach Class A diesel pushers, and they compete against each other in the Thor DP lineup. The Aria carries the Freightliner XC-R raised rail chassis and Cummins ISB-XT diesel, along with the Asheville and Chalet interior collections and the Tilt-A-View King bed across every floor plan. The Riviera is Thor's other Class A diesel pusher, with its own chassis specification, floor plan set, and standard equipment mix that rotates by model year. Chassis specs, standard content, and current floor plans on both models rotate year to year, so verify with an MHSRV product expert. Pick the Aria for the Freightliner XC-R chassis, Cummins ISB-XT platform, the Tilt-A-View King, and the 4000 family bunk floor plan. Pick the Riviera if its current floor plan set and standard equipment better match your travel plans.
What's the difference between the Thor Aria and the Thor Palazzo GT?
Both the Aria and the Thor Palazzo GT are Thor Class A diesel pushers, but the Palazzo GT is Thor's shorter, more compact-footprint DP with its own chassis and standard equipment specification. The Aria is the longer, more residential-scale option with the Freightliner XC-R chassis, Cummins ISB-XT diesel, and a full luxury feature list (Tilt-A-View King, Asheville/Chalet interior collections, Rapid Camp+ multiplex). Pick the Palazzo GT for a shorter, easier-to-drive diesel-pusher footprint. Pick the Aria for the longer floor plans, richer standard equipment, and the family-friendly 4000 bunk floor plan.
Do I need a CDL to drive the Thor Aria?
Federal law exempts motorhomes from CDL requirements, so a commercial driver's license is not required regardless of the coach's size. However, Class A diesel pushers on the Freightliner XC-R chassis typically carry a GVWR above the 26,001-pound threshold that some states use for a non-commercial license class (not a CDL, but a state-specific endorsement). States that require a non-commercial Class A or B for motorhomes over 26,000 pounds include California, Hawaii, Nevada, Wisconsin, and a handful of others; exact rules and thresholds vary by state and change over time. Check your specific state's DMV rules for motorhomes over 26,000 pounds before purchase. Confirm the specific Aria floor plan's GVWR with an MHSRV product expert as well, since GVWR varies by model year and configuration.
Where can I buy a Thor Aria?
Motor Home Specialist in Alvarado, Texas is the #1 volume-selling Thor Motor Coach dealer in the country and stocks one of the largest selections of new and used Thor Aria diesel motorhomes for sale anywhere in the country. MHSRV serves Thor Aria buyers nationwide and offers in-house financing, trade-ins, and full-service support after the sale.
Manufacturer options, features, colors, etc. can all change without notice and MHSRV assumes no responsibility for the changes or possible errors in information provided by the manufacturer. All weights and measurements are approximate and not guaranteed to be 100% accurate. For the latest information be sure to check with your salesperson and/or the coach manufacturer and verify before purchase.
