The new Columbus Liner proves that you don't have to go full motorhome to get spacious mobile living accommodations.If you buy from a link, we may earn a commission. Learn moreUnless you're willing to spring for a full-on Class A motorhome, the life on the road has the potential to be… well, pretty cramped.That's because while a smaller camper van conversion might offer improved maneuverability and ease of parking, it obviously sacrifices interior space. It often requires efficient, tiny house-like engineering to make everything fit.Westfalia's Columbus Liner arrives as a more luxurious counterpart to the current offerings in the range. - Credit: WestfaliaBut that's where Westfalia's new Europe-bound Columbus camper bucks the trend. Though it's based on a Fiat Ducato, it brings impressive levels of space and refinement due to its Liner designation.A three-story Fiat vanAfter all, even though it measures under 21 feet long, it's a spacious offering in that it touts a whopping three distinct levels throughout its expansive interior. As such, it can comfortably sleep four.Large windows and a skylight ensure that the space feels open and airy. - Credit: WestfaliaIn practice, Westfalia makes this possible through some clever divisions and multi-purpose fittings. Up front, you'll find a spacious living room area that doubles as both a lounge and an additional bed.AdvertisementAdvertisementAccessing the second floor actually requires taking a short set of stairs. The whole level is devoted to a king-size bed, but that's not even the Columbus Liner's coolest party trick.The Sky Lounge serves as the rooftop terrace of Westfalia's Columbus Liner. - Credit: WestfaliaThat's because the bedroom provides direct access to the third level. In keeping with its pop-top expertise, Westfalia has fitted a Sky Lounge to serve as a rooftop terrace. Along with a Sky Roof with an integrated insect screen, it can even be equipped with an integrated SkyBar espresso machine for a serene early morning pour.And that's not all. Like its other campers, underneath the second level, Westfalia has fitted the Columbus Liner with an XXL garage that's completely separated. It brings enough room to house a pair of full-size e-bikes as well as some children's bicycles.The rear garage has enough room for two full-size e-bikes, and you don't even need to remove the wheels. - Credit: WestfaliaAll you need on the roadThe Columbus Liner might be headlined by its interior square-footage and smart use of space, but Westfalia has also equipped the camper van with a robust suite of standard appointments. AdvertisementAdvertisementAccordingly, you'll find it sports a wet bathroom with a fold-away washbasin and a sliding dry toilet that converts into a full-size shower. The space even touts some lighting and a window for ambiance.The bedroom features a full-size king. - Credit: WestfaliaThroughout the rest of the cabin, Westfalia has fitted the Columbus Liner with storage provisions aplenty. Along with multiple arrangements of cupboards and drawers, it brings a wardrobe and a shoe compartment to keep your things in order.Add to that necessities like a 90-liter compressor fridge, an induction hob and 95 liters of freshwater and 100 liters of greywater capacity, and it's made only better by its robust electrical system. Westfalia offers up to 540 Ah lithium batteries, a 3,000-watt inverter and integrated solar in the Sky Roof.While it comes in less than 21 feet long, the Columbus Liner manages to fit a lot inside its walls. - Credit: WestfaliaAvailability and pricingThe new Columbus Liner will make its world premiere at CARAVAN SALON 2026 in Düsseldorf, from August 28th to September 6th. Pricing is set to start from €83,900 (~$96,000).AdvertisementAdvertisementWhile import restrictions are likely to keep this one out of reach for US buyers, the good news is that Westfalia does have a renewed Stateside presence. As such, there are alternatives like the Wave Pop Top that deliver a similar experience.Westfalia Columbus Liner Learn More About the Author: Gray is an associate editor at Gear Patrol, covering cars, motorcycles and anything else with wheels. When he's not chasing the latest industry news, he's probably wrenching on one of many projects. For better or worse, he believes classics make perfectly practical daily drivers.Want to stay up to date on the latest product news and releases? Add Gear Patrol as a preferred source to ensure our independent journalism makes it to the top of your Google search results.