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Bottom Freezer

Summit SFD3017SSIM: $95 a year to run

This refrigerator uses 525 kWh of electricity a year. At the U.S. average price that is $95 a year and $1,146 over a typical 12-year life. It ranks #489 of 1421 bottom freezer models for running cost.

Per year (U.S. avg)
$95
Over 12 years
$1,146
Saves vs the federal minimum
$10/yr
Size
16.1 cu ft

Where to buy

Compare the price, then add the running cost below to get the true cost.

Cost to run where you live

Electricity per year
$95
Electricity over 12 years
$1,146
Add the price you pay
+ $1,146

525 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

Liebherr C762015 cu ft$55/yrsaves $480
Miele KFN 4776 ED edt/cs15 cu ft$55/yrsaves $480
Beko BFBF2815SS14 cu ft$59/yrsaves $432
Blomberg BRFB1532SS14 cu ft$59/yrsaves $432

Specs

BrandSummit
ModelSFD3017SSIM
TypeBottom Freezer
Energy use525 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type578 kWh / year
Width30 in
FeaturesIce maker

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.

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