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Miele G 5892 SCVi SL

Standard

ENERGY STAR Most Efficient

Summary

The Miele G 5892 SCVi SL is a standard 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 has earned ENERGY STAR's "Most Efficient" designation — the top tier of certified products.

Ranked #31 out of 707 dishwashers by annual running cost, it costs $5.00 less per year than the category average of $37. At 17.8" 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 Dishwashers

Ranked #31 out of 707 in the dishwashers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$32.00 vs avg $37
$5.00/yr cheaper
Energy Use
200 kWh vs avg 231
31 kWh less
Efficiency Score
50 vs avg 50
Below average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use200 kWh/year
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$32.00
Monthly Cost (estimated)$2.67
Width17.8"
BrandMiele
TypeStandard

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 Miele G 5892 SCVi SL is cheaper to run than the average dishwasher in its category. At $32.00/year, you'll save approximately $50.00 over 10 years compared to a typical model in this category.

Its efficiency score is moderate — solid but not top-tier. It balances upfront cost with reasonable energy savings.

Energy costs are just one factor in choosing a dishwasher. 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.