Buckle up! Imagine conquering Indian highways in a chrome-plated powerhouse. The 2024 Peterbilt – a legend on American roads – might be your next ride. These American beasts are known for their ruggedness, efficiency, and head-turning style. We’re diving deep into price estimates, mileage expectations, specs, and finding you the hottest images to fuel your trucking dreams.
2024 Peterbilt Truck Overview
| Brand | Model | Launch Date | Status | Price (Estimate) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peterbilt | Various (e.g., 579, 389, 220) | Not Yet Announced | Not Available | Not Available (India Specific) |
Price
| Model | US MSRP (approx.) | Estimated India Price (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| 367 | $189,950 | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore |
| 389 | $199,500 | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore |
| 579 UltraClass | $229,977 | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
Price in All States of India
| Variants | 367 | 389 | 579 UltraClass |
| Andhra Pradesh | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Arunachal Pradesh | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Assam | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Bihar | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Chhattisgarh | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Goa | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Gujarat | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Haryana | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Himachal Pradesh | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Jharkhand | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Karnataka | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Kerala | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Madhya Pradesh | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Maharashtra | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Manipur | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Meghalaya | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Mizoram | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Nagaland | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Odisha | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Punjab | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Rajasthan | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Sikkim | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Tamil Nadu | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Telangana | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Tripura | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Uttar Pradesh | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Uttarakhand | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| West Bengal | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Madhya Pradesh | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Maharashtra | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Manipur | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Meghalaya | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Mizoram | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Nagaland | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Odisha | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Punjab | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Rajasthan | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Chhattisgarh | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Tamil Nadu | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Telangana | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Tripura | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Uttar Pradesh | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| Uttarakhand | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
| West Bengal | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore |
Colors
| Model | Color Options |
|---|---|
| 367 | * Standard Solid Colors (e.g., White, Black, Red) * Premium Metallic Colors (through Axalta’s offering) * Custom color options |
| 389 | Same as 367 |
| 579 UltraClass | Same as 367 |

Mileage
| Model | Expected Mileage (MPG) |
|---|---|
| 367 | 5.5 – 8.0 |
| 389 | 5.0 – 8.5 |
| 579 UltraClass | 6.0 – 9.0 |
Top-speed
| Model | US MSRP (approx.) | Estimated India Price (approx.) | Expected Top Speed (governed) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 367 | $189,950 | ₹1.35 Crore – ₹1.50 Crore | ~65 mph (105 km/h) |
| 389 | $199,500 | ₹1.45 Crore – ₹1.60 Crore | ~65 mph (105 km/h) |
| 579 UltraClass | $229,977 | ₹1.65 Crore – ₹1.80 Crore | ~65 mph (105 km/h) |
Features
| Feature | 367 | 389 | 579 UltraClass |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety, Security & Locks | |||
| Airbags | Standard (Driver & Passenger) | Standard (Driver & Passenger) | Standard (Driver & Passenger) |
| Seat Belt Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Electronic Brake-Force Distribution (EBD) | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobilizer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Comfort & Convenience | |||
| Parking Sensors | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers | |||
| Anti-glare Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| ORVMs (Outside Rear View Mirrors) | Heated (Standard) | Heated (Standard) | Heated (Standard) |
| Boot-lid Opener | N/A | N/A | N/A (Not Applicable) |
| Door Handles | Exterior & Interior | Exterior & Interior | Exterior & Interior |
| Interior Door Handles | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Pockets | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Lighting | |||
| Headlight Height Adjuster | Manual | Manual | Manual |
| Tail Lights | LED | LED | LED |
| Cabin Lamps | Dome & Reading Lights | Dome & Reading Lights | Dome & Reading Lights |
| Seats, Upholstery & Storage | |||
| Seat Upholstery | Cloth | Cloth | Leather (Optional) |
| Driver Height Adjustable Seat | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Passenger Seat Adjustment | Fore/Aft | Fore/Aft | Fore/Aft |
| Rear Passenger Seats | Optional | Optional | N/A (Day Cab Only) |
| Interiors | |||
| Interior Colours | Limited Options | Limited Options | More Options |
| Cup Holders | 2 | 2 | 2+ (Optional) |
| Entertainment, Information & Instrumentation | |||
| Instrument Cluster | Analog gauges with digital display | Analog gauges with digital display | Digital instrument cluster (Optional) |
| Trip Meter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Warranty | |||
| Standard Warranty (Years) | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Standard Warranty (kilometers) | 400,000 | 400,000 | 400,000 |
| Technology features: | |||
| Infotainment system: | Optional | Optional | Standard (Basic) |
| Driver assistance features: | Limited (Lane Departure Warning Optional) | Limited (Lane Departure Warning Optional) | More advanced options available (Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Departure Warning, etc.) |
Specs
| Feature | 367 | 389 | 579 UltraClass |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions & Weight | |||
| Width (mm) | Approx. 2,500 | Approx. 2,500 | Approx. 2,500 |
| Height (mm) | Approx. 3,900 (can vary with cab option) | Approx. 3,900 (can vary with cab option) | Approx. 3,900 (can vary with cab option) |
| Wheelbase (mm) | Various options available | Various options available | Various options available |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | Approx. 400 | Approx. 400 | Approx. 400 |
| Capacity | |||
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Seating Capacity | 2 | 2 (Optional Passenger Seat) | 2 (Optional Passenger Seat, Optional Jump Seats) |
| No. of Seating Rows | 1 | 1 (Optional 2 with Passenger Seat) | 1 (Optional 2 with Passenger Seat, Optional Jump Seats) |
| Boot Space | N/A | N/A | N/A (Not Applicable) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | Approx. 568 | Approx. 568 – 946 | Approx. 568 – 946 |
| Engine | |||
| Displacement (L) | Various options available (typically 13L – 15L) | Various options available (typically 13L – 15L) | Various options available (typically 13L – 15L) |
| Engine Type | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Valves | Varies by engine option | Varies by engine option | Varies by engine option |
| Max Power (BHP) | Varies by engine option (typically 400 – 500) | Varies by engine option (typically 400 – 500) | Varies by engine option (typically 400 – 500) |
| Max Torque (Nm) | Varies by engine option (typically 1,800 – 2,500) | Varies by engine option (typically 1,800 – 2,500) | Varies by engine option (typically 1,800 – 2,500) |
| Mileage (ARAI) | Not available (ARAI ratings for commercial vehicles are not applicable) | Not available (ARAI ratings for commercial vehicles are not applicable) | Not available (ARAI ratings for commercial vehicles are not applicable) |
| Transmission | |||
| Transmission Type | Automated Manual (AMT) or Manual | Automated Manual (AMT) or Manual | Automated Manual (AMT) or Manual |
| No. of gears | Varies by transmission option (typically 10-18 speeds) | Varies by transmission option (typically 10-18 speeds) | Varies by transmission option (typically 10-18 speeds) |
| Drive Train | |||
| Engine type: | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission: | Automated Manual (AMT) or Manual | Automated Manual (AMT) or Manual | Automated Manual (AMT) or Manual |
| 0-60 mph (seconds) | Not applicable (performance specs not a focus for commercial vehicles) | Not applicable (performance specs not a focus for commercial vehicles) | Not applicable (performance specs not a focus for commercial vehicles) |
| Drive Type | Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) | Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) | Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | Approx. 568 | Approx. 568 – 946 | Approx. 568 – 946 |
| Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres | |||
| Suspension Front | Air Ride | Air Ride | Air Ride |
| Suspension Rear | Air Ride | Air Ride | Air Ride |
| Front Brake Type | Air Brakes | Air Brakes | Air Brakes |
| Spare Wheel | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheel Size (inches) | 22.5 | 22.5 | 22.5 |
| Tyre Size Front | Varies by configuration | Varies by configuration | Varies by configuration |
Competitors
| Brand | Notable Models | Strengths |
| Tata Motors | Prima LX (490-540 Hp), 4978 (400 Hp), Star series | Extensive service network, strong brand presence, competitive pricing |
| Ashok Leyland | Dost+, BOSS series (280-420 Hp), XLD (370 Hp) | Reliable engines, good fuel efficiency, established brand |
| Eicher Trucks & Buses | Pro Series (200-400 Hp), Pro 6000 (400 Hp) | Durable build quality, powerful engines, focus on safety |
| BharatBenz | Actros (400-483 Hp), Arocs (400-483 Hp) | Advanced technology, comfortable cabins, German engineering |
| Volvo Trucks India | FMX (420-500 Hp), FH (420-540 Hp) | Excellent safety features, fuel-efficient engines, superior driver comfort |
| Scania India | G (410-450 Hp), R (450-500 Hp) | Powerful and reliable engines, focus on uptime, excellent driver ergonomics |
Pros and Cons
Pros
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Brand Reputation | Peterbilt is a highly respected brand known for durability and performance. |
| Advanced Technology | Offers latest engine options and driver assistance features (depending on configuration). |
| Customization Options | Wide range of configurations available to tailor the truck to specific needs. |
| Comfortable Cab Environment | Designed for long-haul comfort with spacious interiors and ergonomic seating. |
Cons
| Feature | Drawback |
|---|---|
| Availability | Not officially sold in India, making purchase and service complex. |
| Import Costs | High import duties, customs fees, and transportation costs significantly increase price. |
| Homologation | Modifications may be needed to comply with Indian regulations, adding time and cost. |
| After-Sales Service | Limited authorized service network in India could lead to maintenance challenges. |
| Parts Availability | Replacement parts may be more expensive and harder to find in India. |
Accessories
| Category | Accessory | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior | Chrome trimming, bug deflectors, mud flaps, sun visors | Enhanced appearance, protection from road debris and sun glare |
| Wheels & Tires | Alcoa aluminum wheels, custom wheel covers, off-road tires | Improved weight capacity, aesthetic upgrade, better traction on rough terrain |
| Lighting | LED light bars, driving lights, fog lights | Increased visibility for nighttime or low-light conditions |
| Interior | Seat covers, floor mats, steering wheel covers, replacement interior components | Improved comfort and personalization, protection for factory components |
| Performance | Air intake systems, exhaust upgrades, suspension upgrades | Potentially improved power, better handling, increased ride comfort |
| Technology | In-dash navigation systems, upgraded sound systems, mobile device integration kits | Enhanced navigation, improved entertainment options, connectivity for smartphones/tablets |
| Safety | Backup cameras, blind spot monitoring systems, lane departure warning systems | Increased driver awareness and improved safety features |
FAQs
No, Peterbilt trucks are not officially sold in India.
Yes, it is technically possible to import a Peterbilt truck to India. However, the process is complex and expensive due to import duties, customs fees, transportation costs, and potential modifications for homologation (compliance with Indian regulations).
