This iconic UK vehicle is now retired from rentals - this is a tribute to our legendary fleet.

VW Cosmo Campervan - A Legend

Step into the Digital Campervan & Motorhome Museum and meet the VW Cosmo, the final, most exclusive addition to the Spaceships UK fleet before our intergalactic rental era came to a close.

This one-of-a-kind, custom-designed VW Transporter T6 was built for adventure, blending retro charm with cutting-edge features for the ultimate road trip experience.

VW Cosmo Tour

The VW Cosmo Campervan: From the UK to New Zealand

Want to experience the magic of the Cosmo VW Campervan on a road trip? Then we have awesome news for you...

The Cosmo VW Campervan has landed in New Zealand. Both the Cosmo versions (automatic and manual) are now for hire in New Zealand. Experience the land of the Long White Cloud while cruising the Kiwi roads in your Cosmo VW Campervan.

 

Rear view of the VW Cosmo Campervan with the trunk and back doors open, revealing a bed and storage space. Side view of an orange and white VW Cosmo Campervan parked in a wooded area, with the sliding door and pop-up roof open. Side view of an orange and white VW Cosmo Campervan parked in a wooded area, with the sliding door and pop-up roof open. Rear view of an orange and white VW Cosmo Campervan with its trunk and pop-up roof open, showing a bed inside and surrounded by trees. Open refrigerator inside the VW Cosmo Campervan, with a bottle of water on the shelf. Front view of an orange and white VW Cosmo Campervan parked on a gravel path, with a grassy field in the background. Dashboard of the VW Cosmo Campervan, displaying a navigation system with a map of Amsterdam. Front view of an orange and white VW Cosmo Campervan parked on a gravel path, with a grassy field in the background. Floor plan of the VW Cosmo Campervan Side view of an orange and white VW Cosmo Campervan parked on a gravel path, with a grassy field in the background. Front view of the VW Cosmo Campervan parked on a dirt path in a lush forest, with the pop-up roof open. Side view of an orange and white VW Cosmo Campervan parked

Why the VW Cosmo Was Out of This World

  • Compact & Versatile: Perfect for couples, small families, or three friends, with a king-size rear bed and a large single in the pop-top roof.
  • Off-Grid Ready: Equipped with an , 75-litre fridge, and , so you could explore further, for longer.
  • Easy to Drive: With automatic transmission, parking sensor, and a 2.0-litre turbo diesel engine, it handled like a dream—whether on motorways or narrow European streets.
  • Fully Loaded: Fully equipped kitchen, portable toilet, touchscreen infotainment, and ample storage made it a home on wheels.
  • Iconic Style: Its (including the signature Spaceships Orange) and pop-top roof made it stand out in any galaxy.

A Tribute to Innovation

The VW Cosmo was exclusive to Spaceships, designed to turn every journey into an adventure. While it never got its own video, its legacy lives on in the stories of who cruised the NC500, explored Cornwall’s lanes, or parked up at festivals in style.

Relive the Magic

Browse the photos and specs below to see why the VW Cosmo was a , a that proved big things come in small(er) packages.

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