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FORTE;KUCHT F16BFRESC450PR
16 cu ft · Bottom Freezer refrigerator
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About the FORTE;KUCHT F16BFRESC450PR
The FORTE;KUCHT F16BFRESC450PR is a 16 cu ft bottom freezer refrigerator certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 551 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $100 a year, or $1,203 over a typical 12-year life.
That is 9% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of fridge (603 kWh a year), a saving of about $9 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.
Among 1,422 bottom freezer models it ranks #619 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $766 in electricity over 12 years, though it may differ in size and features.
If you want the same type and a similar size for less to run, the Liebherr C7620 uses 305 kWh a year and would save about $537 over 12 years.
Listed features: ice maker.
Cost to run where you live
551 kWh a year (ENERGY STAR test figure) × 18.19¢ per kWh, the average residential price in the U.S. for Jan–Aug 2026 (EIA). Your bill depends on your utility and how you use it.
Cheaper to run, same type and size
Or see every small (10 to 18 cu ft) model ranked.
| Liebherr C7620 | 15 cu ft | $55/yr | saves $537 |
| Miele KFN 4776 ED edt/cs | 15 cu ft | $55/yr | saves $537 |
| Beko BFBF2815SS | 14 cu ft | $59/yr | saves $489 |
| Blomberg BRFB1532SS | 14 cu ft | $59/yr | saves $489 |
Specs
| Brand | FORTE;KUCHT |
| Model | F16BFRESC450PR |
| Type | Bottom Freezer |
| Energy use | 551 kWh / year |
| Federal maximum for this type | 603 kWh / year |
| Size | 16 cu ft |
| Width | 29.8 in |
| Features | Ice maker |
| Height | 83.6 in |
| Defrost | Automatic |
| Built-in | Yes |
| Compact | No |
Specs and energy use from the ENERGY STAR certified products list (U.S. EPA). An asterisk in a model number stands for colour or finish codes. HouseholdLeak is not affiliated with ENERGY STAR or the EPA.
Questions people ask
How much does the FORTE;KUCHT F16BFRESC450PR cost to run?
About $100 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 551 kWh a year. In a state with expensive power it can be much more; pick your state on this page to see your number.
How much will the FORTE;KUCHT F16BFRESC450PR cost in electricity over its life?
About $1,203 over 12 years, a typical life for a refrigerator. Add that to the price you pay to get the true cost to own.
Is the FORTE;KUCHT F16BFRESC450PR energy efficient?
Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 9% less energy than the federal maximum for its type.
Is there a cheaper fridge to run of the same type and size?
Yes. The Liebherr C7620 uses 305 kWh a year, about $537 less in electricity over 12 years.
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