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Bottom Freezer

VITARA VFFR1701ESE: $98 a year to run

This refrigerator uses 537 kWh of electricity a year. At the U.S. average price that is $98 a year and $1,172 over a typical 12-year life. It ranks #519 of 1421 bottom freezer models for running cost.

Per year (U.S. avg)
$98
Over 12 years
$1,172
Saves vs the federal minimum
$9/yr
Size
17.3 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
$98
Electricity over 12 years
$1,172
Add the price you pay
+ $1,172

537 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

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Beko BFBD30216SS16.1 cu ft$65/yrsaves $397

Specs

BrandVITARA
ModelVFFR1701ESE
TypeBottom Freezer
Energy use537 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type589 kWh / year
Width29.7 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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