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LG WT7155C*

Top Load · 4.80

Summary

The LG WT7155C* is a top load with 4.80 capacity that uses 200 kWh per year, costing approximately $32.00annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $320.00 in energy costs alone. It is ENERGY STAR certified, meeting the program's energy efficiency requirements.

Ranked #346 out of 376 clothes washers by annual running cost, it costs $8.00 more per year than the category average of $24. At 27" wide, it is a standard size for its category.

$32.00
per year to run
50
efficiency score /100
$320.00
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Clothes Washers

Ranked #346 out of 376 in the clothes washers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$32.00 vs avg $24
$8.00/yr more expensive
Energy Use
200 kWh vs avg 149
51 kWh more
Efficiency Score
50 vs avg 50
Below average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use200 kWh/year
Federal Standard2 kWh/year
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$32.00
Monthly Cost (estimated)$2.67
Capacity4.80
Width27"
BrandLG
TypeTop Load
Date Certified2022-02-15

Running Cost Breakdown

Estimated electricity costs at different time horizons (based on $0.16/kWh US average rate):

Monthly
$2.67
1 Year
$32.00
5 Years
$160.00
10 Years
$320.00

Actual costs vary by location. States like Hawaii ($0.43/kWh) pay significantly more while Idaho ($0.11/kWh) pays less. Use our energy calculator to estimate costs at your local rate.

What This Means for You

The LG WT7155C* costs more to run than the average clothes washer. At $32.00/year, you'll pay approximately $80.00 more over 10 years compared to a typical model. Consider whether its other features justify the higher operating cost.

Energy costs are just one factor in choosing a clothes washer. Consider the purchase price, features, reliability, and how the total cost of ownership (purchase price + energy costs over its expected lifespan) compares to alternatives.

Energy cost estimated at $0.16/kWh (US national average). Your actual cost depends on your local electricity rate and usage patterns. Data from ENERGY STAR certified product database.