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Bottom FreezerENERGY STAR certified

Thermador T48IT102NP

26.8 cu ft · Bottom Freezer refrigerator

Electricity, 12 years
$1,462
Per year
$122

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Per year (U.S. avg)
$122
Over 12 years
$1,462
Saves vs the federal maximum
$12/yr
Rank for running cost
#1150 of 1,422

About the Thermador T48IT102NP

The Thermador T48IT102NP is a 26.8 cu ft bottom freezer refrigerator certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 670 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $122 a year, or $1,462 over a typical 12-year life.

That is 9% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of fridge (738 kWh a year), a saving of about $12 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.

Among 1,422 bottom freezer models it ranks #1150 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $1,026 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 Samsung RM80F23VM series uses 510 kWh a year and would save about $349 over 12 years.

Listed features: ice maker.

Cost to run where you live

Electricity per year
$122
Electricity over 12 years
$1,462
Add the price you pay
+ $1,462

670 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 large (23 to 27 cu ft) model ranked.

Samsung RM80F23VM series23.5 cu ft$93/yrsaves $349
LG LF25S6000 series25.1 cu ft$97/yrsaves $295
Samsung RF30BB6602 series30.1 cu ft$99/yrsaves $273
LG LF27NCH10 series26.5 cu ft$100/yrsaves $264

Specs

BrandThermador
ModelT48IT102NP
TypeBottom Freezer
Energy use670 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type738 kWh / year
Size26.8 cu ft
Width47.3 in
FeaturesIce maker
Height83.6 in
DefrostAutomatic
Built-inYes
CompactNo

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 Thermador T48IT102NP cost to run?

About $122 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 670 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 Thermador T48IT102NP cost in electricity over its life?

About $1,462 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 Thermador T48IT102NP 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 Samsung RM80F23VM series uses 510 kWh a year, about $349 less in electricity over 12 years.

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