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Miele KFN 9855 iDE li

Bottom Freezer · 14.1

Summary

The Miele KFN 9855 iDE li is a bottom freezer with 14.1 capacity that uses 507 kWh per year, costing approximately $81.12annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $811.20 in energy costs alone. It uses 15% less energy than the federal minimum standard. This is a solidly efficient choice.

Ranked #3285 out of 4363 refrigerators by annual running cost, it costs $19.12 more per year than the category average of $62. At 29.9" wide, it is a standard size for its category.

$81.12
per year to run
65
efficiency score /100
$811.20
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Refrigerators

Ranked #3285 out of 4363 in the refrigerators category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$81.12 vs avg $62
$19.12/yr more expensive
Energy Use
507 kWh vs avg 385
122 kWh more
Efficiency Score
65 vs avg 63
Above average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use507 kWh/year
Federal Standard584 kWh/year
Better Than Standard15%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$81.12
Monthly Cost (estimated)$6.76
Capacity14.1
Width29.9"
Height79.5"
BrandMiele
TypeBottom Freezer
Date Certified2026-01-07

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$6.76
1 Year
$81.12
5 Years
$405.60
10 Years
$811.20

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 KFN 9855 iDE li costs more to run than the average refrigerator. At $81.12/year, you'll pay approximately $191.20 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 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.