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KitchenAid KSSC48QVS series
29.5 cu ft · Side-by-Side refrigerator
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About the KitchenAid KSSC48QVS series
The KitchenAid KSSC48QVS series is a 29.5 cu ft side-by-side refrigerator certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 805 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $146 a year, or $1,757 over a typical 12-year life.
That is 9% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of fridge (885 kWh a year), a saving of about $15 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.
Among 122 side-by-side models it ranks #122 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $840 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 Frigidaire FRSN2610A series uses 524 kWh a year and would save about $613 over 12 years.
Listed features: ice maker, door dispenser, counter depth.
Cost to run where you live
805 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 extra large (27 cu ft and up) model ranked.
| Frigidaire FRSN2610A series | 26.4 cu ft | $95/yr | saves $613 |
| Samsung RS27T5202 series | 27.4 cu ft | $99/yr | saves $565 |
| Frigidaire GRSN2620A series | 26 cu ft | $110/yr | saves $437 |
| Samsung RS27T5201 series | 27.4 cu ft | $116/yr | saves $360 |
Specs
| Brand | KitchenAid |
| Model | KSSC48QVS** |
| Type | Side-by-Side |
| Energy use | 805 kWh / year |
| Federal maximum for this type | 885 kWh / year |
| Size | 29.5 cu ft |
| Width | 47.8 in |
| Features | Ice maker, Door dispenser, Counter depth |
| Height | 83 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 KitchenAid KSSC48QVS series cost to run?
About $146 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 805 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 KitchenAid KSSC48QVS series cost in electricity over its life?
About $1,757 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 KitchenAid KSSC48QVS series 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 Frigidaire FRSN2610A series uses 524 kWh a year, about $613 less in electricity over 12 years.
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