Miele KFMC 3642 R: $125 a year to run
This model (Refrigerators) uses 595 kWh of electricity a year, which costs about $125 a year and $1,250 over 10 years at 21.0¢/kWh.
Energy use
595 kWh
per year
Running cost per year
$125
21.0¢/kWh
Running cost over 10 years
$1,250
Efficiency rank
3,994 / 4,667
11 % less energy than the federal minimum standard.
Product details
| Type | Bottom Freezer |
|---|---|
| Total volume (cu ft) | 20.2 |
| Adjusted volume (cu ft) | 25.4 |
| Refrigerant | R-600a |
| Federal standard (kWh/year) | 660 |
| ENERGY STAR Most Efficient | No |
| Available since | March 31, 2025 |
Compared with the average model (Refrigerators), this one costs about $44 more a year.
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- Freezers
- Washing machines
- Dishwashers
- Tumble dryers
- Room air conditioners
- Dehumidifiers
- Water heaters
- Electric cooktops and ranges
- Televisions
- Computers
- Air purifiers
Source: ENERGY STAR (U.S. EPA) · 21.0¢/kWh (August 2026) · Methodology