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Marvel MPRE424-IS31A

Compact Refrigerator · 5.1

Summary

The Marvel MPRE424-IS31A is a compact refrigerator with 5.1 capacity that uses 234 kWh per year, costing approximately $37.44annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $374.40 in energy costs alone. It uses 24% less energy than the federal minimum standard. This is a solidly efficient choice.

Ranked #901 out of 4363 refrigerators by annual running cost, it costs $24.56 less per year than the category average of $62. At 24" wide, it fits in tight spaces where a full-size unit won't.

$37.44
per year to run
74
efficiency score /100
$374.40
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Refrigerators

Ranked #901 out of 4363 in the refrigerators category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$37.44 vs avg $62
$24.56/yr cheaper
Energy Use
234 kWh vs avg 385
151 kWh less
Efficiency Score
74 vs avg 63
Above average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use234 kWh/year
Federal Standard306 kWh/year
Better Than Standard24%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$37.44
Monthly Cost (estimated)$3.12
Capacity5.1
Width24"
Height34"
BrandMarvel
TypeCompact Refrigerator
Date Certified2021-06-23

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$3.12
1 Year
$37.44
5 Years
$187.20
10 Years
$374.40

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 Marvel MPRE424-IS31A is cheaper to run than the average refrigerator in its category. At $37.44/year, you'll save approximately $245.60 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.