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Hisense FV06C7ASE
5.5 cu ft · Compact Refrigerator refrigerator
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About the Hisense FV06C7ASE
The Hisense FV06C7ASE is a 5.5 cu ft compact refrigerator refrigerator certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 186 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $34 a year, or $406 over a typical 12-year life.
That is 40% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of fridge (310 kWh a year), a saving of about $23 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.
Among 1,440 compact refrigerator models it ranks #39 for running cost, in the cheapest 10%. The cheapest model of this type would save $175 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 Fisher & Paykel RS2435SB series uses 106 kWh a year and would save about $175 over 12 years.
Cost to run where you live
186 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 compact (under 10 cu ft) model ranked.
| Fisher & Paykel RS2435SB series | 4.6 cu ft | $19/yr | saves $175 |
| Liebherr UR3750 | 4.7 cu ft | $21/yr | saves $155 |
| Fisher & Paykel RS2435SB*T* family | 4.6 cu ft | $25/yr | saves $107 |
| Sub-Zero DEU2450R/ADA/ series | 5 cu ft | $29/yr | saves $59 |
Specs
| Brand | Hisense |
| Model | FV06C7ASE |
| Type | Compact Refrigerator |
| Energy use | 186 kWh / year |
| Federal maximum for this type | 310 kWh / year |
| Size | 5.5 cu ft |
| Width | 21.7 in |
| Height | 56.5 in |
| Defrost | Automatic |
| Built-in | No |
| Compact | Yes |
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 Hisense FV06C7ASE cost to run?
About $34 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 186 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 Hisense FV06C7ASE cost in electricity over its life?
About $406 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 Hisense FV06C7ASE energy efficient?
Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 40% less energy than the federal maximum for its type.
Is there a cheaper fridge to run of the same type and size?
Yes. The Fisher & Paykel RS2435SB series uses 106 kWh a year, about $175 less in electricity over 12 years.
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