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Char-Broil A107-7000-9000

Compact Refrigerator · 2.7

ENERGY STAR Most Efficient

Summary

The Char-Broil A107-7000-9000 is a compact refrigerator with 2.7 capacity that uses 198 kWh per year, costing approximately $31.68annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $316.80 in energy costs alone. It uses 30% less energy than the federal minimum standard, earning ENERGY STAR's "Most Efficient" designation — the top tier of certified products. This is an exceptionally efficient model.

Ranked #238 out of 4363 refrigerators by annual running cost, it costs $30.32 less per year than the category average of $62. At 27" wide, it fits in tight spaces where a full-size unit won't.

$31.68
per year to run
80
efficiency score /100
$316.80
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Refrigerators

Ranked #238 out of 4363 in the refrigerators category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$31.68 vs avg $62
$30.32/yr cheaper
Energy Use
198 kWh vs avg 385
187 kWh less
Efficiency Score
80 vs avg 63
Above average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use198 kWh/year
Federal Standard284 kWh/year
Better Than Standard30%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$31.68
Monthly Cost (estimated)$2.64
Capacity2.7
Width27"
Height36"
BrandChar-Broil
TypeCompact Refrigerator
Date Certified2017-09-15

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$2.64
1 Year
$31.68
5 Years
$158.40
10 Years
$316.80

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 Char-Broil A107-7000-9000 is cheaper to run than the average refrigerator in its category. At $31.68/year, you'll save approximately $303.20 over 10 years compared to a typical model in this category.

With a high efficiency score, this model is one of the better options if minimizing long-term energy costs is a priority.

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